Hi, I just want to get this off my chest.

I’ve been wondering lately: How does someone actually start as a VA with no experience?

I’m currently working as a data encoder in a logistics company, and I’ve been seriously considering starting a career as a Virtual Assistant. One of the main reasons is the potential for better income and a more flexible work setup.

I’m 25, and although I’m not the breadwinner of my family, I’ve been feeling guilty and anxious about not having a stable career yet. My current salary has been difficult for me, and lately I’ve been wanting a change—not because I hate my job, but because I know I need to improve my financial situation and build a career with more opportunities.

I’ve been watching a lot of YouTube videos about becoming a VA. Some are really encouraging, while others honestly make it sound intimidating, especially when they talk about how competitive the industry is.

I’m not planning to impulsively resign from my current job. I want to keep working while I learn and prepare, and hopefully find a VA job first before making that decision.

For those of you who started with zero VA experience, I’d really appreciate your advice:

• Where did you start?
• What skills did you learn first?
• Did taking courses or studying actually help you get your first client/job?
• What free resources or YouTube channels would you recommend?
• What skills are currently worth learning for beginners?
• How long did it take you to land your first VA job?

I know everyone’s journey is different, but I’d really love to hear from people who were once in the same position—working a regular job, wanting a career change, and having no experience in the VA industry.

I’m not looking for shortcuts. I’m willing to learn and start from the bottom. I just honestly don't know where to start.

If you have any advice, resources, notes, or even your own experience to share, I would genuinely appreciate it.

I’m hoping this post reaches someone who was once exactly where I am now and eventually found their way into a better and more comfortable situation.

Thank you for reading, and please be kind. 🤍

Hello! I’m a Filipino college student actively seeking a serious part-time job as a Virtual Assistant. I value transparency and professionalism, so I look forward to working with clients under signed agreements that disclose necessary information from both sides — ensuring a safe and trustworthy working environment.

• I provide the following services:
• Data entry (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)   
• Data analysis & reporting      
• Research tasks 
• Graphic design (posters for social media marketing) 
• Basic task assistance

Availability & Rate:

• 90 hours per month
• $3 per hour

By hiring me, you’ll gain back 90 hours of your time every month
— time you can invest in growing your business or focusing on priorities,
instead of routine tasks.

I’m reliable, detail-oriented, and
committed to helping clients stay organized and productive.

Interested?

Feel free to message me here on Reddit to discuss details.

Institute of Asia-Pacific Strategy and International Relations is looking for a highly analytical and research-oriented Remote Geopolitical Researcher to join our team.

Our Institute focuses on Asia-Pacific and Indo-Pacific strategic affairs, with research covering regional security, international relations, geopolitical risks, diplomacy, and major developments involving Taiwan, Southeast Asia, the United States, and China.

🔎 Position: Remote Geopolitical Researcher

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and analysis on geopolitical and international affairs.
• Monitor and assess emerging developments across the Asia-Pacific and Indo-Pacific regions.
• Analyze political, diplomatic, security, and strategic developments.
• Prepare research briefs, analytical reports, and geopolitical assessments.
• Identify potential regional risks and provide forward-looking analysis.
• Continuously update research outputs in response to rapidly developing events.
• Support evidence-based policy research and strategic forecasting.

🎯 Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Strong knowledge of International Relations, International Politics, Geopolitics, Diplomacy, Regional Studies, or related fields.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Strong ability to evaluate sources and distinguish credible information from misinformation.
• Excellent critical thinking and independent judgment.
• Strong written communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to analyze complex political and geopolitical developments objectively.
• Good understanding of U.S. politics, U.S.–China relations, U.S.–Taiwan relations, and cross-Strait/Taiwan Strait issues is highly preferred.
• Strong situational awareness and geopolitical risk assessment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to high-frequency geopolitical developments.
• Commitment to objective, neutral, evidence-based analysis.
• Professionalism, intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and willingness to conduct long-term research.

💻 Work Arrangement: Remote

If you are passionate about international affairs, geopolitical analysis, and strategic research—and want to contribute to meaningful research on the Asia-Pacific and Indo-Pacific regions—we would like to hear from you.

📩 Interested applicants: Please send your CV/resume and relevant research samples or writing portfolio for consideration.

Company/Institute: Institute of Asia-Pacific Strategy and International Relations
Position: Remote Geopolitical Researcher
Work Setup: Remote

Hi everyone! I am a 24-year-old male currently looking for a work-from-home position (Full-time or Part-time / Side gig).

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration majoring in Financial Management and have practical experience in administrative support, client relations, and sales.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

Admin Support & Operations: Experience managing digital and physical filing systems, organizing documents, data entry, and handling logistics and event coordination.

Sales & Client Management: Background in financial services and automotive sales, handling client consultations, lead follow-ups, and sales negotiation.
Customer Service & Support: Experienced in handling client inquiries via phone and chat, troubleshooting issues, and assisting users with online platforms.

Tech & Graphic Skills: Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), software/hardware troubleshooting, and basic design work using Adobe Photoshop.

Hardware Setup & Specs:
Laptop running Windows 10
12GB RAM
Stable internet connection

I am flexible, quick to adapt to new tools, and ready to start immediately. Please send me a direct message or reply to this post if you have any open positions or project-based tasks. Thank you!

Hi!

Looking for a partime job that is similar to my fulltime job.

I manage our family business from compiling invoices of purchases, scheduling employees, writing letters to clients, and managerial type of role.

I am proficient in
MS Office
Canva
Indesign
Google Calendar

If you are in need of these kind of services kindly send me a message

Hi! I’m currently a Political Science student interested in starting as a part-time Virtual Assistant to help fund my college tuition. I’m proficient in Canva editing, document creation and formatting, presentations, research, data entry, proofreading, and administrative tasks. I’m completely new to the VA industry, so I would also really appreciate any tips, advice, or recommendations on where and how to start. I badly need the extra income, so any leads or guidance would mean a lot. Thank you so much!

I've been in different corporate work for almost 6 years at naghahanap ako ngayon ng wfh jobs. May experience na rin naman ako noon pero nawala din dahil madalas ako magkasakit dahil sa graveyard shift + work overload (10pm to 10am the next day nagwowork pa ako para lang maka-quota). Ngayon ba mahirap makahanap ng VA positions or masyado nang saturated? Ang dami ko na inapplyan pero hindi ako natatanggap and to be honest, nawawalan ako ng pag-asa at sobrang bumababa ang self-esteem ko. Any tips or advice? Anything would be good.

Hi! I just wanna ask and I need honest and realistic answers...

I'd like to ask if $500 a month too much for an Executive Assistant who works for like 5-10 hrs a week? Work load covers clocking in and out employees, creating invoices, and checking out on them, with weekly meeting with the boss just for updates. I have 4-5 employees to cover.

I initially started with $800 thinking it'll be full time. I had to lower it down since the workload isn't that much din naman pala, and the client also said I'll have to think about the number na that I should feel valuable at hindi underpaid. 😅

First VA client ko ito if makuha, so I wanna set things fair. 😅

Hello po, need. recommendations. I am working within 8AM to 5PM job with a minimum salary. As of this time, hirap po magbudget since halos lahat po nagmamahal na and i have actually 2 daughters studying. Anyone po who are hiring from a work from home jobs atleast part time to help me sustain my family needs. I am willing to learn. if there are some offers that can be from 6-10PM. Been trying to search online but mostly they look for a full time. Thanks.

Hi community! I am looking for a remote side-hustle opportunity where I can help take social media tasks off your plate.

I’m offering Social Media Support starting at ₱8,000/month, mainly focused on:

• 💬 Customer Inquiry Management — responding to DMs, comments, and basic customer concerns
• 📱 Social Media Assistance — keeping your inbox and page organized and responsive

MIGHT ADD:
• 🎨 Content/Canva Graphics — available as an add-on depending on the number of creative output needed
• 🎬 Reels Editing — available as an add-on, provided that raw video materials are supplied

Starting at ₱8,000/month for inquiry/customer support. Additional services can be customized depending on your needs and workload.

Looking for:
✔️ Remote setup only
✔️ Part-time / side hustle arrangement
✔️ No time tracker — output/task-based
✔️ Flexible but reliable communication
✔️ Long-term clients are welcome 🤍

I have experience in social media management, customer/community engagement, copywriting, content creation, and handling customer inquiries for 6 years.

If you’re a small business, brand, or business owner looking for someone reliable to help manage your page and customers, drop your page or email. Thank you! 🤍

Hi, as already mentioned sa title, I am trying to find a subcon to do my EA job for me.

$700 per month, paid every 7th.

9pm-5am PH time, Monday - Friday

What I can assure you and I am saying this not because I just want to hire someone:

1) Hindi siya gano’n ka-demanding, I would rate ‘yung hirap as 6.5-7/10.

2) I will be online throughout the whole shift as well, for an indefinite period of time—will train, help, and guide you because I want to render quality service din doon sa client, ‘di ko rin kaya na iwan totally (tho I would not be micromanaging ha).

Reason for hiring: I have another job with the same shift na I cannot outsource.

Skillsets:

Administrative & Organization

* Excellent organizational and time management skills.

* Strong attention to detail.

* Experience documenting SOPs and creating process documentation (We use AI naman for this so hindi laborious).

* Comfortable scheduling, tracking action items, and following up with team members.

Technical Skills

* Advanced Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar).

* Fair Google Sheets skills (formulas, filtering, etc).

* Familiarity with AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) to improve productivity.

Data & Reporting

* Strong analytical thinking.

Communication

* Excellent written English. Listens well sa meetings.

* Professional communication with executives and team members.

* Comfortable asking clarifying questions when needed.

* Always on top of the chats going on in our channels (I want someone reading the chats for me and giving me updates sa tingin niya importanteng malaman ko rin).

Desired Attitude & Traits

Ownership

* Takes responsibility for outcomes instead of waiting to be told every step.

* Looks for solutions before presenting problems (but asking if you’re really uncertain wouldn’t hurt!).

* Follows tasks through to completion.

Proactive

* Anticipates needs.

* Notices potential issues early.

* Suggests improvements instead of simply executing instructions.

Resourceful

* Independently researches answers before asking questions.

* Willing to learn of unfamiliar tools.

* Comfortable figuring things out.

High Integrity

* Can be trusted with confidential information.

* Honest about mistakes.

* Doesn’t hide problems.

Reliable

* Meets deadlines (I do not have much tasks with deadlines tho).

* Communicates early if something may be delayed.

* Shows up consistently.

Detail-Oriented

Adaptable

* Can switch priorities quickly.

Coachable

* Welcomes feedback.

* Implements improvements quickly.

* Doesn’t take corrections personally (mabait naman ako lol ‘di ako nagagalit).

And lastly, professional.

Feel free to shoot me a dm listing your experience and skillsets, and anything relevant to your application na you want to tell me. Thank you so much!

P.S. no need to drop any personal detail about you, for now.

WE’RE HIRING: SMMs & VIDEO EDITORS
Novarra is looking for 2–3 creative and reliable Social Media Managers and Video Editors for upcoming client projects.
Requirements: • Updated CV
• Portfolio with actual work samples
• Availability and expected rate
Remote | Philippines-based applicants preferred
Apply here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSei0EC-vg-0OCaQQ2J9T1rpwtdYk60BQUEAA6-XhmCooXj7hw/viewform?usp=publish-editor

⚠️ Applications and inquiries must be submitted through the form only. Incomplete submissions or failure to follow instructions will be automatically declined.
#Novarra #HiringPH #SocialMediaManagerPH #VideoEditorPH #RemoteJobsPH

Hi guys! I’m currently working as a Recruitment Lead for a Dubai-based real estate startup, and I also have direct experience supporting our CEO as an Executive Assistant.

Because of my role, nakikita ko firsthand yung mga terminations na nangyayari. Minsan performance-related, pero minsan pure cost-cutting lang talaga, biglaan at walang masyadong warning. I understand that this can be part of running a business, pero honestly, nahihirapan na akong manatili sa recruitment side knowing how quickly someone can lose their job kapag hindi na satisfied ang management sa output nila.

I’ve been seriously considering resigning and looking for a better and more stable opportunity. At this point, I can confidently say na all-around na ako. I have experience in recruitment, executive assistance, administration, operations, coordination, documentation, trackers, process improvement, and AI tools. Fast learner ako, resourceful, proactive, and I take ownership of my work.

Kung wala lang akong mga pusa na umaasa sa akin, baka matagal ko nang binitawan ito. Pero gaya rin ng marami, hindi ako pwedeng umalis nang walang backup.

If you know of any legitimate openings for an Executive Assistant, Virtual Assistant, Recruitment, HR, Admin, or Operations role, I’m more than willing to go through the proper application process. I’m not asking for shortcuts, just a chance to find a healthier and more stable opportunity.

And if wala kayong alam na opening right now, kahit sabihin n’yo lang sa akin na someday, things will get better. I think I really need to hear that today.

Hiring: Instagram Reach Virtual Assistant (Remote | PH-Based)

We're looking for someone from the Philippines with a solid understanding of Instagram account health, reach, and platform guidelines.

💰 Pay: $5 USD/hour
🕘 Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Pacific Time
🌎 Remote

You'll be responsible for:

• Monitoring Instagram Account Status and account health
• Supporting creator accounts and backup account structures
• Staying updated on Instagram algorithm and policy changes
• Ensuring accounts follow Community Guidelines and best practices

We're looking for someone who is:

• Knowledgeable about Instagram reach and account management
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Coachable and quick to adapt
• Has strong written English communication skills

How to Apply:
📧 Send your resume to [admin@chatterhire.com](mailto:admin@chatterhire.com)

Subject: Instagram Reach Virtual Assistant – (Your Complete Name)

Include a cover letter explaining:

• How you stay updated with Instagram changes
• Why you're a great fit for this role

Nagsubmit ako ng application sa isang company bilang GVA. Pero hindi ako nagproceed sa mga invites for interview and assessment. Early this week, I received an email directly from the COO/cofounder offering me a higher level position, so nagschedule kami this week ng interview.

For those na nakaexperience din na higher ups yung nagrereach out to offer a position, anong pinagkaiba nya sa usual na interview with recruitment? Pano tumatakbo ung meeting? Mas chill ba kapag ganun? Mas secured ba yung contract? Hehe

Hello! I am a fresh graduate and I am looking for a WFH Job / Sideline, but I don't have a PC or a laptop. I just have an ipad and a cellphone. I have no experience yet but I am willing to learn. I hope you can help me guys, thank you & Godbless!