How to Start a Virtual Assistant Agency

[@thevirtualsavvy]

What have you learned about starting a VA agency?

[@StephanieMitchell-z3o]

What I learned and didn't realize that you should be able to pay your subcontractors 30% of your profit! I've been wondering this for a while. What I'd like to know is it still ok to want to hire subcontractors right out of the starting gate?

[@alet42mac]

So far, what resonated with me is how to price my services based around what my revenue goals are and productizing my service offerings. Genius! This will help me build my Services page on my website. Can't wait to watch the rest of this video!

[@su7267]

Just starting out in VA and dreaming of having an agency. Your agency model is different than my idea, but certainly gives me some thoughts and options. So much to think about! Thanks for your video. You keep your information very "up", and are easy to listen to.

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Totally! There is always more than one way of doing things. Take what you need from each option and make it your own. Thanks so much for watching!

[@_justcmb]

This is a gold mine! Thank you so much for giving this info. It makes thinking process super clear.

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Glad it was helpful! What other topics would you like to see covered here on the channel?

[@CrystalCrescent22]

"Productized offer'-- that's what I had in mind in the abstract. Thank you for mapping it out!

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You're so welcome! You got this!

[@keylajenee]

Very informative 🌟 Although I’m just getting started, I want to quickly scale to agency status! I want to get paid without doing the actual client work myself as well!

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Knowing that up front is a gift because then you can plan accordingly! 🙌

[@yourresidengenius]

This is incredibly helpful, thank you so much! One of the only resources I've found so far on scaling a VA business and I'm grateful for the resource. Will definitely be checking out your site! Curious to know your thoughts on what is needed by way of insurance to protect the biz? Saw something somewhere about cyber liability/security insurance.

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Hi there, glad you've found it helpful! The question of insurance can vary by location and business type so you may want to connect with a business mentor in your area for advice that would apply to you and your business. If you're in the US, check out score.org or consult your current insurance provider for recommendations.

[@the_real_greywolf]

You mentioned you would add links to the management programs below but I don't see any. 🤔

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Asana- asana.com/ ClickUp- clickup.com Trello- trello.com/ You can also use Google to find other project management system like these ones.

[@PhiliPaynesChannelChin]

😮 This is so informative. Thanks, Ashley!

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@atiyahpetersen3137]

Thank you , very informative ❤

[@thevirtualsavvy]

You are so welcome!

[@nicolem3162]

Can you share which website creation sites you recommend for virtual assistants ? :)

[@thevirtualsavvy]

It totally depends on your needs but Squarespace, Wordpress, Showit, Canva are some options to consider. Check out this video: "How to Build a Virtual Assistant Website" kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3TQYZ1ng610h5I

[@filoblink7]

how and where did yoy get high paying clients? do you outreach?

[@thevirtualsavvy]

Hi there, great question! Check out the resources we have here on the channel. Use the search bar to find videos we've published on where and how to find clients. Here's one to get you started: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioLVhYuCq6etqLM And download our free Personal Outreach Template here: www.thevirtualsavvy.com/template