Writing an application letter is an important part of the job application process. This is where you can properly introduce yourself to the hiring manager and sell your USP (unique selling proposition) as similar to the marketing strategy. A well-written application letter can help you stand out from the competition and increase your chances of…
It’s another challenging week for employees, students, and the public in general as we are now faced with a whole week of a transportation strike. We understand the emotions and the cries of the public transport on why they chose to do this, however, the impact will be most felt by the public in all…
As a Virtual Assistant, it is essential to acquire new skills that will support you in your career. Here are some ways to know how you can learn new skills. Set your learning goal Create a schedule that will best work for you. This will guide you to track your activities efficiently. …
Virtual Elves VAs, called VEVAs, have their monthly “Huddle of the Elves” last August 25th 2022. The huddle is usually the time when they share their ideas about a certain topic and interact with each other. In the recent Huddle of the Elves, each of the VEVAs who attended were able to share their personal…
Lenie is a shy VA who feels she could build her confidence more. Truly, that is what she did when she agreed to be interviewed. She shared what she learned during the Covid19 pandemic and gave advice to VAs on how to thrive during crisis.
I always believe in the golden rule “Honesty is the Best Policy” and this has been my professional mantra. I know that with my profession, I get to meet different people everywhere, and it is my goal to make the person believe in what I say which comes from my heart. Why am I saying this? It’s…
How do you create opportunities in this Covid 19 crisis? I know you would be happy to listen to my interview with Maria Dolores Florentino also known as Tiny, as she answers that question. This funny and positively-driven interview taught us how we can build opportunities amidst crisis. Tiny, cheerfully shares how she build her…
Building relationships with clients start with good communication. As a virtual assistant, it is important to notice how you communicate to clients because it impacts your “personal brand”. While it is true that being authentic and being “yourself” builds the friendship, it is equally important to sound formal and decent because it shows how well…
Ethics is defined as “the moral principles that govern a person’s behaviour”. As a VA, you are expected to have certain work ethics or values that drive your conduct in this chosen career. In our aim to develop professionalism while working remotely, we listed 5 important work ethics that every virtual assistant in Virtual Elves…
A virtual assistant is considered as someone who is working remotely either from an office or from home. They are generally working for clients who are located overseas. Many people want to be a VA because they think it has more flexibility with time and place of work, and possibly more earnings. But what…