How to Start as a Virtual Assistant on Upwork & Fiverr in 2024 | Interview

Ready to kickstart your Virtual Assistant career on Upwork and Fiverr? In this interview, I sit down with Sadiq, a successful VA who shares insider tips on how to thrive on the platforms in 2024.
From going above and beyond to tailoring proposals to each client, Sadiq's advice will help you stand out in a competitive market and land more clients.
The best part? His top tip: Get started NOW-take action today! 🌟
📈 What You’ll Learn:
1. Why going the extra mile makes all the difference
2. How to craft personalized proposals that win clients
3. The importance of taking action and starting your VA journey
❎ Learn more about Sadiq: digitalwealthm...
Follow him on KZbin: @sadiqumarnig
Thank you, ‪@sadiqumarnig‬ for this invaluable conversation!
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[@sadiqumarnig]

I am so glad we have this conversation. I really enjoyed it! 🙂

[@ErinBooth]

Me too!!

[@uchechukwuawoke]

Thanks for sharing such invaluable gems. I am trying to get all the necessary skills before starting my freelancing business, but I believe you spoke to my soul. Thank You! And applause to Erin for granting the interview!

[@livingasbrendah3511]

My two favourite VAs in one video🥰 This is really nice

[@iwuchukwusylvia922]

The duo I didn't know I needed. Thank you Erin for this collaboration. It was honest, relatable and deeply insightful.

[@TijaniJelilat]

My two favourite VA coaches in one video,kudos to you both Sodiq and Erin.

[@Ayomide-j9p]

Wow My two favourites collabs together 🎉 This is a sign for me that this freelancing VA must come to pass

[@gloriakiki8721]

The moment I saw Sadiq? I jumped on the video and I am glad I did, it's so insightful!

[@reyholdahmwale2336]

So lovely to have both of you on one screen 😊

[@benitheisingizwe]

i am starting VA course with ALX , i am feeling courageous to start and make it my ways of earning

[@dancilafavour8851]

Please could you tell me how long it took before you received a confirmation email from ALX. Thanks

[@benitheisingizwe]

@@dancilafavour8851 I don’t remember well how long it took but it didn’t take long time to get confirmation email ,from that we got information that we are starting in September and waiting to start was longer than applying to confirmation email .

[@elle8388]

The collab I never saw coming!! 🙌🙌

[@akeminiidiong163]

The best video I have seen on KZbin today. It's refreshing! This video is a Master Class. Thank you Sadiq for sincerely letting us in on your journey. Thank you Erin for all you do for us on this platform.

[@moinakram7319]

I want to express my respect and emotions related to your content. You don't even imagine how informative and helpful your videos are. I am a drop-out student living in Pakistan and learned a lot of useful lessons from creators like you. I am your virtual student and proud of that. Thank you so much.😀

[@ErinBooth]

I am so glad to hear that they are helpful! Please keep me posted, I wish you a lifetime of success!

[@moinakram7319]

@@ErinBooth I often find it challenging to stay focused when I sit down in front of my laptop to work on tasks. I easily get distracted by the abundance of online content. Do you have any strategies that have helped you stay focused and productive in similar situations?

[@GedionDereje]

Thank you so much, Erin. I follow you both. I found your videos on a VA course I was taking (ALX). This is like crossover in your favorite movie 😊. Keep it up.

[@emilyvillanueva9950]

I learned a lot in this conversation. Thank you Erin and Sadiq.

[@elizabethashley8481]

Thank you Erin, I remember one of your earlier videos was not in favor of Upwork. This is a refreshing change. I’m also on Upwork and doing well. Every tip he said is exactly what I did and still doing. Believe him y’all he is spot on with every word.

[@ErinBooth]

You're absolutely right - and I have changed my mind!! Sadiq also really helped me appreciate the platforms :)

[@josephikwu6161]

I have just concluded my Alx training as a VA. .. upwork done .. hoping someday I can get a hire..

[@castykathambi578]

My two favorites on one video! Thank you so much

[@MariaAimionomen]

I'm encouraged and inspired

[@brianvirtualassist]

Thank you Erin and Sadiq. You both really inspire me. I'm just starting on Upwork,got a profile ready to go. Fingers crossed with dedication and consitency I'm going to land my first client. Wish me luck😊

[@ErinBooth]

Good luck and please keep us posted!

[@brianvirtualassist]

@@ErinBooth Will absolutely update on my progress. Might take sometime though to get fully up and running. Thanks for everything Erin.

[@ceciliaokpani9012]

I love this collabo. I don't regret subscribing to your channels.

[@ErinBooth]

You're so kind, thank you! Sadiq is the best ❤️

[@Hauwa_Laryouh]

Thank you so much for this, I hope I will be hired someday. I just concluded ALX course on virtual assistance and look forward to getting started as one.

[@philysmurugi8765]

Wow! As a beginner VA, I am inspired to take the next step and go an extra mile. Thanks to you both☺

[@ErinBooth]

You got this!!!

[@ekekechoice-g4o]

Thank you so much Erin

[@Xristyctv]

I hope to find a client soon. I have really learn alot from since yesterday I followed you.

[@Xristyctv]

@Erin Booth I am glad i followed and subscribed your channel. I have basic skills to become a virtual assistant cos i have worked as an administrative secretary for years. Now i decided to become a virtual assistant so as to have time, freedom for myself. But at a point, i gave up expecially sending proposals on upwork and no response! not until i stumbled on your channel when searching for what to do. And I am glad I did subscribe. Keep it Up!

[@charlie7939]

This is such an amazing conversation that's full of journey-based knowledge. One thing that stood out to me was the "Video Proposal". I don't know what that is, will absolutely do my research. But can you give us the Erin way of doing a video proposal, please? Thanks a bunch!

[@ErinBooth]

Sure!!! Video proposals are a fantastic way to "stand out" from other applicants because clients can see you! You essentially film yourself for anywhere from 1-3 minutes (you want to keep it short and concise). I'll absolutely do a video to talk about the best ways to do this.

[@charlie7939]

@@ErinBooth Thank you so much Erin. Take your time, we'll wait for sure!

[@Esther_Nwankwo]

Wow, wow, wow. This is what we pay money to learn. Thank you❤

[@trendy6990]

Hello, i am from the philippines. I always watching your videos because it helps me inhance and be better when it comes to Virtual Assistant. Honestly i keep on applying for almost a year now but unfortunately still ddnt make it to my very first client. I dont know what really is wrong but i keep on hoping that someday there is one very first client that will hire me and trust me. Thank you for your videos. Godbless

[@trendy6990]

If there is someone out there who will hire me as their VA I would love to work with you even if it's free. I just want to have experience and how it feels like to work as a VA.

[@HalimatW247]

Amazing Interview ❤ I love how he kept going even when Fiverr banned his account. Tbh, I don't know why Fiverr does that most times, it's why I lost interest in the platform.

[@ErinBooth]

That's crazy that Fiverr keeps doing that :( Sorry that happened to you as well.

[@ezugwubibian7433]

thank you so much

[@thesabiqueen3887]

Thank you so much erin, i completely enjoyed this video and your points on sadiqs page, thank you both so much, you inspire me

[@ErinBooth]

So glad!

[@blessingstephen-uv2rt]

You both are amazing 🎉, Thank you

[@AsikuDaniel-e9v]

This combination is the best

[@AsikuDaniel-e9v]

Madam how I can really first client coz unworkable now days there is no free connect

[@bettysnewbeginnings]

Awesome tips. I love this video

[@BlessingFash0]

OMG 😳😳😳 Two of my favorite people ❤❤

[@ErinBooth]

Ah! I love this!! Sadiq is so wonderful and inspiring. We had the best time!

[@BrandiMoney]

Excellent video! Thanks.

[@ErinBooth]

HI!

[@karispamella6219]

Thank you ❤

[@oluwabampeodurombi5472]

Great Tips😊

[@TheQuranSpy]

I love this.

[@ErinBooth]

Sadiq is the best!

[@jeannievievegustilo-b5k]

hi there!!

[@kingsleyobike397]

Please erin i would love it if u can introduce me to any VA community 🙏 Have been scouting for one in a long time now

[@AsikuDaniel-e9v]

But Sadiq now on upwork there is no free bond

[@Sounddalarm]

I love the truthfulness and tips in the conversation. I am definitely following and subscribing. @umar, thank you.