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

[@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!

[@pereebi6235]

These are my top 2 people, I watch when I need knowledge on anything concerning virtual assistance. I love the collab❤

[@MariamShehu-oe3fr]

Wow. I was really surprised at this collaboration. Congratulations to you Sadiq.

[@Ayomide-j9p]

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

[@henryelelegwu7584]

I have no regret stumbling on you, Erin and even getting your course on Udemy. I'm so optimistic about my future in Virtual Assistance

[@josephikwu6161]

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

[@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.

[@munenebrian997]

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!

[@munenebrian997]

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

[@bjovigirl101]

Love this video, I follow you both and having you both in one video- goals

[@shagomuneer]

This is valuable information for beginners like myself. Thank you

[@ceciliaokpani9012]

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

[@ErinBooth]

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

[@Xristyctv]

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

[@Esther_Nwankwo]

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

[@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 :)

[@hallavideos6037]

Thanks so nuch my two favorite teacher

[@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?

[@ekekechoice-g4o]

Thank you so much Erin

[@NginaGrace]

Thank you Erin and Sadiq for sharing this. It is so timely, useful and most importantly PRACTICAL

[@ErinBooth]

Glad it was helpful! We LOVE practical tips!

[@superbvajhuvina]

This interview was packed with so much value! Hearing firsthand advice about starting as a VA on platforms like Upwork and Fiverr is priceless. It’s reassuring to know that even in 2024, there’s still so much opportunity in this field. The practical tips on how to stand out and grow your freelance business really resonated with me, and I feel more confident about taking the plunge. Thanks for always giving such actionable advice - I’m excited to start applying these strategies and see where they take me!

[@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.

[@reyholdahmwale2336]

So lovely to have both of you on one screen 😊

[@valentinaruth2634]

I can't express how I feel rn but this video is amazing and insightful. I learned a lot from you both, I'm so glad I watched this.

[@gloriakiki8721]

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

[@olalereibrahim2050]

A very big thank you to both of you. I am very glad i came across your channels. I just started my VA journey on ALX and the two of you are already contributing to my learning. Thank you for everything. God bless.

[@mercyobi8351]

Wow! Am so glad i came across this interview...He is really a blessing...watching from Nigeria

[@elle8388]

The collab I never saw coming!! 🙌🙌

[@emilyvillanueva9950]

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

[@blessingbassey340]

I came across this and I am feeling inspired. Thanks for the advice, Sadiq.

[@FelixOjeaburu2014]

wow this is awesome,mind blowing am really excited with this inteview i got intrested in virtual assistant just this month and am learning from sadiq he has the complete videos from beginner to expert

[@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!!!

[@castykathambi578]

My two favorites on one video! Thank you so much

[@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 .

[@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.

[@MariaAimionomen]

I'm encouraged and inspired

[@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!

[@bloomydaisy8625]

9:24 That's a really good tips! I'm going to follow it. Thank you

[@ErinBooth]

Let us know how it goes!

[@keikofay9804]

Great topic, and thank you for confirming that I made the correct choice by subscribing to your channel today! Admitting to areas where you are not an SME highlights you as having a learning mindset and a certain amount of humility even as you show success. Also, I'm not a very good "schmoozy" person (not even virtually) so I'm going to likely need platforms like Upwork and Fiverr to leverage my presence.

[@ErinBooth]

Glad the video resonated! Also, I understand where you're coming from. "Schmoozing" feels inauthentic to myself as well. Same with pitching my services to people. Instead, consider approaching it from this angle: You’re simply asking what prospective client's needs are and tailoring your services to them.

[@blessingstephen-uv2rt]

You both are amazing 🎉, Thank you

[@bettysnewbeginnings]

Awesome tips. I love this video

[@Sounddalarm]

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

[@ezugwubibian7433]

thank you so much

[@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

[@FelixOjeaburu2014]

am looking to opening my account on up work and fiveer with the skill i have on entry level data analysis while still learning other skills like graphics design,audio editing and video editing as adviced by sadiq am really excited with thank you guys

[@BrandiMoney]

Excellent video! Thanks.

[@ErinBooth]

HI!

[@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.

[@ErinBooth]

Try these practice tasks! Working for free rarely (if ever) turns into paid clients - you can absolutely do this. Practice task playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGTdhZ2HaKehpac Clients: www.youtube.com/@ErinBooth/search?query=find%20first%20clients

[@thesabiqueen]

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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@karispamella6219]

Thank you ❤

[@oluwabampeodurombi5472]

Great Tips😊

[@BlessingFash0]

OMG 😳😳😳 Two of my favorite people ❤❤

[@ErinBooth]

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

[@TheQuranSpy]

I love this.

[@ErinBooth]

Sadiq is the best!

[@jeannievievegustilo-b5k]

hi there!!

[@milonvoice]

i want to Learn as a virtual assistant how can?

[@AsikuDaniel-e9v]

But Sadiq now on upwork there is no free bond

[@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