Have you seen the people who seem to be able to work from wherever they want, make their own hours, set their own rates, and pretty much do the whole work thing on their own terms?  Maybe you’ve seen them taking trips and spending quality time with their families during times when most people are required to be putting in their forty hours a week and thought…

On the outside, it might seem overwhelming and impossible.

But, I’m here to tell you that it’s neither.

One of the easiest ways to create that same reality for yourself is by becoming a virtual assistant (or VA). 

(And if the word assistant annoys you, you’re not alone.  Keep reading!)

What exactly is a VA? I’m glad you asked.

The simple answer is that it is someone who can work virtually (so, you have the freedom to work from wherever you want), and that you use your skill set to assist other people or businesses who need what you offer.

The cool answer is that it can be whatever you make it. 

You can create something that is unique to you, how you want to work, and who you want to work with.  You can specialize in a specific industry.  You can specialize in a specific skill set.  You can create your own packages and experiences.

You’re only limited by what you don’t know (and many times, you don’t know what you don’t know!).

With the VA Skills Lab we are going to make sure you have the knowledge you need to remove those limits and support you as you create something that allows you to do the work you want to do in the world and get compensated the way you desire.

There really are no limits once you have the skills and understand the ways you can leverage your new-found knowledge.

Are you ready?

How does the VA Skills Lab Work?

The Skills Lab is divided into 12 different modules over a 12 month period and each module will:

Each month, you will gain a new skill set that you can immediately put into use and be paid for. This is not one of those courses where you have to make your way through all of the modules in order to get all of the information you need to put it into practice. Each month you will learn a specific skill that you can implement immediately for both yourself and for clients.  (Translation: you have the opportunity to make your money back from day one!).

What’s included in the VA Skills Lab?

12 monthly lessons

Learn the how and the why. 
Each month for 12 months you will be given a new lesson and assignment that will teach you the tech, give you the hands-on experience to do it yourself, and an understanding of the tools you are using and why you’re using them the way you are.  You not only acquire a new skill that you can immediately put into practice, but by understanding the why, you become an invaluable resource for your future clients.

Strategy

Whether it’s about the tech lesson of the month or the building of your own VA business, you will find guidance throughout the lessons with ideas on how to incorporate what you are learning for yourself and for your clients in creative ways you may not have thought of.  (Translation: this isn’t one size fits all, this is empowering you to create something awesome!).

Monthly Business Meeting

We will hold a monthly business meeting so that no matter when you sign up, you can attend a live business meeting that will help you as you are creating the foundation for your brand new business and get your questions answered. Of course, you’re welcome to attend them every month and the calls will be recorded so you can always go back and listen at your convenience.

Private Group

We will have a private members’ only Facebook group where you can ask questions, get feedback, support, and ideas from fellow students who are at all different places in the process, as well as have access to me during specific office hours each week so that you can make sure you have the support you need as you make your way through your lessons and work with clients.

VA Directory

There’s nothing I love more than being able to give recommendations when I find people who need a service and I have the perfect person.  By being a part of the online directory, you will not only be on my own personal list of people I recommend, but you will also receive exclusive emails when opportunities and needs arise! (Translation: job opportunities delivered to you!).

Lifetime Access

You will have access forever which includes any updates that are made (because lets face it, technology is constantly changing and improving!).  If you ever need a refresher, you will be set!

(Optional) VA Skills Lab PLUS (1-on-1 Support)

(Limited Spots Available)

If you are excited about being able to create something amazing and work with clients who will value and appreciate your work, but are nervous about all of the possible unknowns, I have you covered.  By purchasing VA Skills Lab PLUS, you will have me by your side as you begin to work with clients so that I can help you help them.  Sometimes it’s nice to have a wing-woman as you embark on a new adventure, and I am here for you.

What does this look like? 
You will have access to my calendar to schedule a time for us to speak one-on-one each month during the 12-month period that you are working your way through the course.  We will work on whatever you need assistance with at the time – this could mean you need more clarification or instruction on a particular skill, it could mean you’re getting ready to implement something new for a client for the first time and you want someone to come along side you to make sure that everything goes smoothly, or it could mean you need someone to help you figure out the direction you are taking your new business.  Whatever you need, I’m there for you!

FAQs

Hi, I’m Julie Daq.

I am the creator of the VA Skills Lab and have been working in the online business world for the past 10+ years.  When I started my first business, I realized that I loved learning the tech, marketing, and strategy that it takes to create a business more than running that actual business that I had started.  Soon after, I started implementing my new skill set for other businesses and entrepreneurs which has allowed me to move across the country multiple times, donate a portion of my liver to someone without having to ask permission to have time off from work, go to Texas for two months to wait for a baby to be born while still showing up for my clients, work from a sailboat while anchored off of various islands, and now, empower you to learn the skills you need to create a business that gives you the freedom to work where you want, when you want, and make the money you want.

When I am not working with clients or teaching aspiring entrepreneurs how to build their businesses, I can be found island hopping on my Newport 27, crocheting all the things, and listening to the Hamilton soundtrack on repeat!