Who works as a virtual assistant?

I started doing that, some one will send me a list of assignments they need done and will send there phone calls to me. It usually takes about 4 hours a day and it is quite fun. Sometimes you need just good communications skills, other times they want you to have some business background or education, but it is easy and lucrative. However the jobs are hard to find. That are real anyway.

I have been looking for various platforms for such jobs but it is very difficult to get if you are new.There are a few requirements in such jobs like you need to have high proficiency in microsoft office suite and should have good understanding of computer and internet.Also you should possess good administrative skills.I have been applying for such jobs for the past few months but due to the lack of experience I have not been successful.

I would like those answers too LOL. There is a site you can join that you can apply for jobs like those. It's called ODesk and they have all kids of jobs on there I really like the site. http://www.odesk.com/referrals/track/mbigras

Hi there, I'm a VA and have had my business since 2003. Being a VA is not a job, but a business, as we are self employed independent contractors/freelancers. I personally do secretarial and transcription work, but there are so many niche areas that VAs can specialise in, you would be surprised. As far as skills, you need enough skills to adequately perform in your niche area of service. I never take on a client if I can't help them properly, I would rather recommend them to another VA then drag the crediblity of the industry down. This site http://www.virtual-assistant-advice.com has a myriad of info, including a page on all the areas a VA can specialise in. Just run down the navigation bar on the home page and there is so much information to be learnt. Good luck in your venture. Kind regards, Sandra

Hi! I have been working as a virtual customer service rep for almost a year now. I went to www.sohojobs.org and was pleased with the service. I was able to apply directly to companies that are hiring virtual assistants, customer service reps, etc. I think it is worth checking out. I believe it is what you are loooking for. I currently take pledge calls for PBS Stations around the US and pledge calls for St Jude Children's Research Hospital. I have recently been hired as a Discussion Assistant also for a web-based company. I have the flexibility to work for both companies from my home :o) I hope this helps ~ Teri K "working from home thanks to sohojobs.org"