Being a virtual assistant to influencers has really and truly been the best thing for my family!
Here are some skills you should have if you're considering becoming a Virtual Assistant to an influencer.
1. Excellent communication skills: VAs need to communicate effectively through various channels such as email, phone calls, and messaging platforms.
2. Organizational skills: Managing tasks, schedules, and documents efficiently is crucial for a VA.
3. Time management: Prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines is essential in a virtual assistant role.
4. Adaptability: VAs should be able to quickly adjust to changing priorities and tasks.
5. Attention to detail: Accuracy in completing tasks and maintaining records is vital.
6. Tech-savviness: Proficiency with common software tools and the ability to learn new technologies quickly are important for VAs. ESPECIALLY for influencers. There are a lot of different tools and software to learn.
7. Excited to learn more: Like I mentioned above, there is a LOT to learn. Pull up YouTube, listen to a podcast and learn as much as you can!
8. Problem-solving skills: VAs may encounter challenges that require creative solutions. This is a chance to SHINE as an influencer VA. Be creative and solve those problems.
9. Multitasking abilities: Handling multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality work is a key skill for VAs.
10. Professionalism: VAs often interact with clients and colleagues, requiring a professional demeanor at all times.
11. Confidentiality: Maintaining the privacy and security of sensitive information is crucial in this role. The more your client can trust you, the better.
Those are the overall skills and talents! Here are a few software products you can learn to be ahead as well!
1. Flodesk, Mailchimp, Convert Kit (Any and all e mail systems)
2. Social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Tik Tok are the big ones)
3. CANVA! Canva is so so useful in this job
4. Wordpress, Wix, and other website builders
5. Podia, Teachable and other course sites.
DON'T let this overwhelm you! You can learn slowly and surely and add to your skills. Start with getting good at ONE thing. It will come!
If you are interested in becoming an Influencer VA, join my program!