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Getting Started, Virtual Assistant

How to get started as a virtual assistant with zero experience

Get started as a virtual assistant with no experience or skills.

I started as a beginner VA 6 years ago and I’m here to show you it’s possible for you too.

Just over 5 years ago I launched my own VA business (after months of DIYing and almost quitting).

I had no clue where to start, find clients or what to offer as a service.

But I kept going…

I’ll never forget that first post I shared announcing I was now a Virtual Assistant looking for clients.

From that one post, I got my first two clients. 🎉

It was the exact validation I needed that this virtual assistant business stuff works. That I could actually work as an entrepreneur from the comfort of my own home.

And I’ve never looked back since!!!

Fast forward to today… I’m now helping other virtual assistants learn how to become fully booked with new clients! 🤯 😱

Starting as a virtual assistant online can be so frickn’ daunting and scary – but my gosh it’s so worth exploring!

That’s why I’ve taken all the guesswork out of knowing where and how to get set up as a VA so you can start working with clients confidently.

Download this FREE guide to get started easily: The Ultimate Roadmap to Set Up Your Virtual Assistant Business.

Karen Vivarelli

About Karen

Hi, I'm Karen Vivarelli! As an Intuitive Business Coach, I help entrepreneurs like you to build profitable online businesses that bring creative, professional and personal freedom. Whether you’re pre-launch, currently launching or growing your business, I offer a range of services, courses, resources and coaching packages to suit you at every stage of your business growth. It's my job to empower you to conquer more within your business and life.

Client Praise

“We worked with Karen to migrate our Email Marketing Program to a new platform, and are so happy that we did. In small business, there are times when you need to outsource, and Karen was the best person for us.

She delivered the project on time, provided us with clear communication throughout, and also provided some well-received advice and recommendations that we hadn’t considered. On top of all that, she went over and above with the back-end support that went with migrating files (in the middle of the night).

We will absolutely work with Karen again – she now feels like another team member that we can call on when we need some extra support!”

Helen & Jacqui, Two Girls and a Laptop (OBM Clients)
“Where do I start with Karen? I ask Karen to complete all types of tasks for me and each time she blows me away. Always adding extra pizazz to my ideas, I literally cannot speak highly enough of her! Karen is professional and goes above and beyond with every project. Karen is the VA everyone needs in their life!! Once you have her, you won’t know how you lived without her!”

Danielle, Readcity Writing (VA Client)
I would certainly recommend the VA Online Course. Setting up your own business is a mind field, the VA Online Course breaks each area of the journey down so things don’t seem too overwhelming! The course is packed full of information and tips on how to run a successful VA business. Karen is amazing, she certainly knows her stuff and works alongside a great network of ladies. After completing the course I’ve come away with a clear focus of exactly where I want my business to go!!

Kate Smith, Juno VA (VA Online Course Student)
I’ve loved doing this online VA course. Not only has is given me more confidence it’s taught me some cool new skills I can apply in any job venture.

Lidia Lowe VA (VA Online Course Student)
Karen is so lovely and knowledgeable. The course is well thought out and covers all you need to know. I would recommend to anyone who is wanting to be a VA or just wanting to upskill like I did. Thank you Karen xxxx

Jasmin Ellie, Your Business BFF (VA Online Course Student)
Investing in Karen was one of the most valuable investments I made in my business! Karen removed all of the guesswork in starting my business, instead, I was able to attract the clients I wanted to be working with. As I moved from side hustle while juggling a full-time job, to a full-time VA business, Karen was there to support and encourage!

The freedom in my business has allowed me to pick up my daughter every day from school! If you are looking for the freedom in your own VA business, Karen’s course will have you kick-started on the right path!!

Kirsty Whybrow VA (1:1 Coaching)
Karen’s course is a game-changer. If you have been a bit undecided about becoming a VA, Karen and her course will make you believe that you can do this. Her enthusiasm is infectious and she truly believes in her students – she’s an amazing mentor and months after finishing the course is still checking in with me, offering sage advice and being my number one cheerleader.

Sal Watson VA (VA Online Course Student)
When I signed up to the course I was in between jobs and wasn’t sure what my next step would be. I signed up to the VA Course as I wanted to learn more about someone who had experience as a VA and see if I had what it took to work for myself. Throughout the duration of the course, I managed to choose a niche based on my interests and I also pitched to a potential client on a pro-bono basis. I’m excited for what the future holds for my business and I know that I’ll get ongoing support from Karen and the group if needed.

Bianca Kloti, The Wellthy VA (VA Online Course Student)
For anyone wanting to work for themselves and create balance in their lives by working from home this is for anyone who wants more than an 9-5 has to offer.

Kat Nielsen VA & Content Creator (VA Online Course Student)
Karen has taken over my business as my Online Business Manager and has literally given me my life back. Without Karen I would be glued to my computer 24/7. With Karen as my OBM I have so much spaciousness, I can go about my day and know that everything will be taken care of. I don’t have to worry if things will get done.

Nadine Rohner, The Social Shells (OBM Client)
“I recently launched my signature program to my community for the first time and I reached out to Karen for support. Karen was so much more than an Online Business Manager. I’ve got all the ideas, I’m a visionary, but getting it out and bringing it to life, and going into all of the intricate detail was something that I was struggled with. Karen’s support was absolutely phenomenal and she was so available to be there and provide support. The truth is that I would not have had the success that I experienced in that launch for my program without Karen. I’m so grateful for her support. If you’re like me and you’re someone that has all of the ideas but when it comes to the detail, when it comes to getting those ideas onto paper, and to go through the steps to be able to breathe life into it and bring it into the world, there’s no one else like Karen. I know how much Karen has helped me and I know she would be an amazing support for your business as well.”

Gemma Benad, The Manifesting Mums (OBM Client)
“As an entrepreneur I found yourself doing all the things in the back-end that no one can see. When I found Karen I was so grateful for her help as she put so many systems in place that I didn’t know even existed. Karen helped to streamline everything in my business that I didn’t need to be doing myself. I now have more time to do those things that light me up.”

Amy Cox, Playful Families (Client)
What would I do without Karen?!?! Not only is she my mentor, but she is also my inspiration and I am so glad I have met her. Being a VA can be very isolating, but knowing I have Karen to lean on and have as my support, I am so forever grateful xx

Tanay Bulich – Founder of The Business Hub (VA Coaching)