Best Virtual Assistant Tools for Beginners (and they’re FREE!)

Best Virtual Assistant Tools for Beginners (and they’re FREE!). Hey future (and current!) Virtual Assistants! You want to MAKE MONEY not spend it, right!? 🌟 Abbey Ashley is here with the lowdown on the best FREE tools that will supercharge your business!
Time tracking software that won't cost you a dime? Abbey spills the tea! Need a recommendation for invoicing software that's both user-friendly and budget-friendly? Abbey's got your back.
Feeling a bit artsy? Discover the best simple graphic design tool for Virtual Assistants that won't make your wallet cry. 😭 And when it comes to project management, communication, and scheduling discovery calls, Abbey has rounded up the must-have tools that won't cost you a cent!
Need to share videos or screens with your clients or team? Abbey's got a free tool for that too! Plus, she's throwing in a bonus tool - The Virtual Savvy blog!
But hey, you might be wondering, "Now, how do I get clients?" Don't worry, we've got that covered too! Subscribe now for Abbey's expert advice on the best FREE tools and the secret sauce to kickstarting your VA journey!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
00:37 Who is Abbey Ashley?
02:02 What time tracking software should I use?
03:53 What invoicing software do you recommend?
06:45 What is the best simple graphic design tool for Virtual Assistants?
08:47 What are some project management tools?
14:05 What tools can I use to communicate with my clients or team?
18:39 What software can I use to schedule discovery calls and other appointments?
20:06 What tool can I use to share videos or share screen with a client or team member?
22:57 Bonus tool: The Virtual Savvy website!!
24:03 Now, how do I get clients?
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Join the Virtual Assistant Savvies Facebook Community
www.thevirtualsavvy.com/commu...
Take our FREE training: Become a Booked Out VA!
www.thevirtualsavvy.com/bbo
The Virtual Savvy blog
www.thevirtualsavvy.com/blog
Toggl: toggl.com/
Dubsado: www.dubsado.com/?c=virtualsavvy
Honeybook: share.honeybook.com/thevirtual...
Canva: www.canva.com/join/dart-inten...
Trello: trello.com/abbey135/recommend
Asana: asana.grsm.io/0lyeh5eynlng
Click Up: clickup.com
Slack: slack.com/
Voxer: www.voxer.com/
Zoom: zoom.us/
Calendly: calendly.com/
Acuity: squarespace.syuh.net/jWDZW0
Loom: loom.grsm.io/2igi0x27jnfe
(Affiliate Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links to products we've tried and LOVE. This means we may earn a small commission (at no additional cost to you) if you sign up for a program or make a purchase using our link.)
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[@thevirtualsavvy]

What software are you using in your business that wasn't in this video? Which tools will you be trying out?

[@AnastasiaRzhevskaya]

I love using Moxie for time tracking and invoicing. It's also free unless you have team members you want to add to your account.

[@user-zg6pf5fm3l]

@Anastasia Rzhevskaya do you withmoxie?

[@user-zg6pf5fm3l]

What are your thoughts on Waveapps vs Zoho?

[@soniakithinji]

I am a mom staying at home and needs an income with alot of time on my hands. I just turned 45 i hope its not too late to start this business.

[@DreamofJerine]

@@soniakithinjiIt’s not to late! Remember “action over perfection”! I’m 33 and have spent many years trying to find my entrepreneurial niche and I just discovered that this is it. Don’t doubt yourself!

[@carrieannkouri2151]

This was wonderful! I’m starting over at 55, and super excited for the next chapter!

[@thevirtualsavvy]

So excited for you! 👏👏👏 Glad this video was helpful!

[@kinny4035]

It was such an amazing, well explained video. Thank you so much!

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@theknockoutlawyer]

Loved this video! Very helpful as I just hired a VA for my law practice. Thanks and happy new year. :)

[@thevirtualsavvy]

I'm glad to hear it was helpful! Happy new year!!

[@superbvajhuvina]

Very Informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Glad it was helpful! Are there any tools you would add to the list?

[@vimo1435]

Great video! Thank you for sharing.

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@mirandamercadogregory2080]

such a brilliant video! good to have a quick tour on software that I know of but haven't used yet, thank you

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You're so welcome! If you want to go deeper with any of the software mentioned in the video check out www.savvyvault.com for our library of trainings.

[@AdedejiOyindolapo]

Thank you so much, i love your personality 😊

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@SarihnFranklin]

This video is chef's kiss. Thank you.

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You're so welcome!

[@uyai234]

I just stumbled on this video and I cannot thank you enough for it. You went straight to the point and made it fun. I learnt a lot and I cannot wait to land my first VA job.. BTW, you just earned yourself a new subbie 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Yay! I'm so glad you're here. Rooting for you!

[@alleycatcorner1357]

Thanks a mil. You have made my day. Today was the day that I decided to actually start my on business. You really inspired me with your presentation and confidence.

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You are so welcome! Congratulations on starting your journey to the #FreedomLife!

[@RosieLindsey-bq9tb]

Great information😊

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@daneikachickory421]

This was supper helpful. So glad I joined your platform.

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Glad it was helpful! What is something you've learning about Virtual Assistance lately?

[@daneikachickory421]

That you have clients that would only want assistance with one thing while some might want more. Just need to find them lol

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Yes! There are clients out there looking for you and your services too. You've got this!

[@ezekielsaleh7780]

Great Video, so informative

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Glad you liked it!

[@maryannsiame]

best video i have seen since i started looking into virtual assistant the past few hours lol..

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Wow, thanks! What other videos would you like to see on this channel?

[@melhutchinson2544]

Hi Abbey, thanks so much for sharing all your amazing tips - you are incredible. Do you have any tips for saving passwords for yourself and clients ?

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Great question! There are a few options out there. Check out Dashlane and LastPass to start with and find out which of all the options is best for you and your business.

[@MM-sz6ku]

Great Video!

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Thanks for watching!

[@letsgoviral777]

Thank you!

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You're welcome!

[@homegirl4614]

Thankyou so much you've helped me so much....I'm now searching for my first client can you do recommendations for that and how to pitch

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Hey there, thanks for watching! You might want to check out this live stream we did about showing value first: kzbin.infoGji8fun4K6E You can also use the search bar on our feed with the word 'client' to see our videos on where to find clients and how to sign clients fast! You've got this!

[@homegirl4614]

@@thevirtualsavvy thanks 😊

[@shakayunusa1753]

Very very helpful

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Glad you think so! Thanks for watching!

[@mandybeasley4753]

Heyyy! This information was so helpful! What software do you recommend for bookkeeping for multiple clients

[@thevirtualsavvy]

This is a great question to ask inside the VA Savvies Community on Facebook! www.thevirtualsavvy.com/community

[@MM-sz6ku]

Is there a free digital receptionist software you recommend?

[@thevirtualsavvy]

What would you like the software to be able to do?

[@My247virtualassistants]

What tool did you use to screen record the video

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Check out Loom.com!

[@delfavephe]

where the plaace we seaching fpr client ?

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Hey there, check out the other videos on our channel like this one: Get Virtual Assistant Jobs FAST | The 3 Best Places to Find Paying Clients kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioLVhYuCq6etqLM&lc=UgzTuG3Bah3qpDuYsqR4AaABAg Rooting for you!

[@mariabolanos6796]

Wow, so helpful video! great content...thanks for sharing :) I already subscribed. You got me at hello!! Lol 😄

[@thevirtualsavvy]

😁 Awesome! Thank you!

[@bfra8199]

Stinks Dubsado isn't available for Android 😢

[@thevirtualsavvy]

It looks like Dubsado is working on a mobile app! 🙌