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Why Virtual Assistants Get Stuck at Low Hourly Rates
I’m over it. You’re promised that as a VA with zero experience, you can rake in a whopping $75 an hour or $100k per year. Sounds enticing, right? But it’s not true.
I’ve heard about so many VAs stuck making a meager $20 to $25 an hour. You’re working tirelessly, but the rewards just don’t measure up. I’ve been there too. I started as a freelance writer, creating press releases for local businesses. Then, I ended up with a retainer client and everything shifted.
But I made a mistake. I stayed at $20 an hour for way too long. Because I didn’t understand my value. I didn’t have the confidence to raise my rates. But I learned more and started delivering high-quality results consistently. I realized it was time to step up and get paid what I’m worth.
In this episode, you’ll:
- Discover how to uncover your earning potential by saying no to low VA pay
- Find out why having skills and confidence can increase your VA income
- Get the lowdown on money-saving tricks to keep your freelance business financially healthy
- Hear how to make smart investments in courses to help you level up your skills
Don’t leave money on the table. Regularly evaluate your skills and the value you provide to your clients and adjust your rates accordingly.
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Links Mentioned in the Episode:
- FREE LIVE INFOSESSION: How to Become a Virtual Assistant. Wednesday Sept 20, 2023 @ 12pm est. What you need to know about the VA industry so you can figure out the best way to make money from home using your brain. If you’ve been wanting to get started, need the building blocks, and want to know how to get your foot in the door, make sure you save a seat!
How to Sign Better Clients and Make More Money as a Virtual Assistant
LIVE 12pm est Tuesday, Oct. 17
>>> for current virtual assistants and accidental freelancers <<<
(learn how to book clients without shameless self-promotion or having to send 1 single cold DM)
