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6 Essential skills you need in order to be a Virtual Assistant

Before I will share the 6 Essential skill on how to become a VA there are some questions I would like to answer.

Becoming a virtual assistant is no different than starting your any other business.

FIRST you need to know your why's? And be willing to learn- a marketable skill that you can offer to your client.

Why do you want to work as a Virtual Assistant? Because as an online professional you will perform various administrative tasks, including answering emails, calls, scheduling meetings and making travel arrangements, manage companies social media. For this role , a strong internet connection is required along with experience using communication tools like Skype, Viber and Messenger.

Do I Need a coach or mentor in order to become a virtual assistant?

If you have no idea what is virtual assistant then you need to have a professional coach/mentor to help you and guide you acquire necessary skills. In my personal experience I hired a mentor because I have no Idea what to do and where I should start in my online career. It was so effective and worth every penny! For me it's an investment because you need to invest knowledge and skills to become a successful VA.

Do you need a degree to be a virtual assistant?

The answer is no! You don't need a specific level of education all you need is basic computer skills, experience, and passion in doing your job as a virtual assistant.

6 essential skills you need to become a virtual assistant:

Basic knowledge in software and internet- It implies more than being able to occasionally surf the web and use email. Having a basic knowledge in software and internet means you know how to explore and use modern technology especially computer.

Communication skills communication is an essential skill for any virtual assistant. This means, they must have a great natural communication skills. This includes knowing how to talk to people as well as being able to communicate a message via phone call, text, chat or email.

Time management be on time. Time is the best teacher. Time is money. If you know how to manage your time then the more income you can make in an online job. Use your time wisely!

Develop your selling skills at the end of the day , no matter how you slice it, you're in the business of sales. It doesn't matter if you are a VA who specializes in Insurance product/Real estate, Architect, WordPress or social media.

Proactive personality if you are new in your online career or you are still in the process of honing your skills you need this character trait. Being proactive means that you take initiative- you make sure that you make things happen, instead of waiting for them to happen to you! Be resourceful in anyway you can. We live in a digital era where every information is just one click away.

Be passionate- if you cant find your purpose find your passion-allow your passion to become your purpose, and it will one day become your profession.

Passion is important in achieving your dreams. When you identify your passion and align it with whatever you are doing, a magical synergy happens that will effortlessly carry you to rarefied heights. Work becomes joyous and pleasurable. hours fly by, unnoticed. Tiredness and fatigue take the backseat as you power your way to greater achievements.

Do it with passion or not at all.