What You Get:
MODULE 1: WELCOME TO THE SAVVYSYSTEM
I know what it’s like to show up every day at a job you hate.
I know what it’s like to stay at home with the kids, but secretly wish you could be working from home too.
What if I told you that there is a way that you can make money from home, on your hours and on YOUR terms?
I’ll show you the basic structure of how to build your Virtual Assistant business from scratch with the “Launch From Scratch Blueprint.”
LESSONS INCLUDE:
SavvySystem Introduction
Setting Expectations
Getting the Most Out Of This Course
Virtual Assistant Dictionary
The VA Template Vault
MODULE 2: DISCOVER YOUR SKILLSET
You have something unique to offer. One of the most difficult parts of establishing your VA business is realizing that you have value to offer.
Yes – I’m talking to you.
Do you really believe that people will pay you $30, $40, even $60+ per hour for your unique skills?
In this module, we will break down your experience and discover what unique skills you have to offer as a Virtual Assistant. I’ll show you what marketable skills should be next on your list to develop.
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Let’s Talk Services
10 Ways You Can Offer Services Now
To Niche or Not to Niche?
Deciding on Your Services
Mindset Minute
MODULE 3: PRICING AND PACKAGES
There are 1,000 different ways to package your services as a Virtual Assistant. Which way should you choose?
Should you charge by the hour? By the project? Will you work on a retainer? What the heck is working on a retainer, anyways?
We’ll work together to package and price your services in a way that is competitive to the market, suited for your skill-set, and structured to generate consistent monthly income.
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Mindset and Money
Packaging Your Services
Your Premium Package
Pricing Your Packages
Get Clients Now
MODULE 4: BRANDING ACADEMY
From the start of your business, you’ll want to develop a solid brand that will reflect your business.
What will you call yourself?
What colors will represent your biz?
Should you have a logo?
I’ll answer these questions and more as we work together to develop a solid and recognizable brand for your business.
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Discovering Your Brand Personality
Intro to Canva
Your Business Name
Branding Elements
Logo Creation
Branding Board Creation
MODULE 5: PROCESSES AND ASSETS
Systems work.
Developing a system that is clear to you and your clients will help you streamline your processes and appear more professional.
During this module, we will develop a portfolio and onboarding system for your clients. We will discover what the best way is for you to interact and work through projects.
This is the true “meat and potatoes” of the business that you’re not going to find from reading countless, outdated blog posts!
Let’s systemize your VA Biz!
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Your Processes
Your Facebook Page
Proposal & Portfolio Creation
Onboarding Your New Client
Claim Your EIN
MODULE 6: PAYMENTS, INVOICING, AND TAXES (OH MY!)
Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems.
But not if you handle it well.
In this lesson, we will set up your bookkeeping method to decide what the best process is for you to invoice your clients and receive payments. We’ll also answer all your questions about paying taxes as an independent contractor.
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Let’s Talk Money, Baby!
Dealing with Unpaid Invoices
Let’s Talk Taxes
Developing Your P&L Spreadsheet
MODULE 7: LEGALITIES
Let’s get your butt covered.
Legally, that is.
I want to make sure that you are covered in your contracts and know your legal rights as a Virtual Assistant. We’ll establish your contracts and answer your questions about negotiations and alterations to your contracts.
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Intro to Legalties
Understanding Your Contract
Live Outside of the USA?
Choose Your Legal Entity
State Requirements & Insurance
MODULE 8: MARKETING 101
One of the biggest hurdles you will cross in your Virtual Assistant business is landing your first client. It’s scary.
What will they think?
What questions will they ask?
Where do I even find my first client?
By the end of this lesson, you WILL have your first paying client. Guaranteed.
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Let’s Get Marketing
Value First Marketing
Organizing Your Leads
Facing Objections
Follow Up is Key
Nail the Sale: Discovery Call Training
Accessing Proposal Reviews
MODULE 9: THE ULTIMATE MARKETING PLAN
You’ve started marketing yourself using value first, but now what?? Follow these steps to find quality clients FAST!
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Personal Outreach Template
Finding Jobs on Facbook
Your Core Groups
Marketing Research Meetings
Local Networking Events
Freelancing Websites
Mastering LinkedIn
Job Search Sites
Craigslist for Clients
Conferences and Live Events
Instagram for Marketing
High End Client Targeting
Asking for Referrals
MODULE 10: WEB DEVELOPMENT 101
You don’t need to hire that fancy web designer just yet! We’ll give you the rundown on how to design a website that works for you and not the other way around.
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Your Website Options
Website Core Components
Purchasing and Linking Your Domain
SqareSpace Your Site
Submit Your Site
MODULE 11: THE VIRTUAL ASSISTANT LIFESTYLE
Congratulations! You’re officially building a thriving VA business! Now what?
Working as a Virtual Assistant has the potential to totally change your lifestyle and present some adventures along the way. In this module, I’ll be covering some of the challenges you’ll encounter and how to plan for success!
LESSONS INCLUDE:
You’re a VA! Now What?
Dealing with Difficult Clients
Asking for Testimonials
It’s About Time
Self Care and Balance
Transitioning to Full Time
How to Fire a Client
Vacation and Planning Extended Leave
MODULE 12: RAISING YOUR PRICES
Once you’ve completed the SavvySystem, you’ll have a Virtual Assistant business that you can be proud of. You’ll be working on your own terms doing the work that you love to do.
We’ll set you up to have continued accountability and support in this final lesson, so you can continue to grow your business beyond the course.
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Choose Your Adventure (Where Will You Go From Here?)
Your High End Service
Transitioning to High End Services
Overcoming Objections & Getting Paid what You’re Worth
MODULE 13: BUILDING A TEAM
You’ve built a successful VA business and you’re ready to SCALE! In this module, I’ll cover everything you need to know to make your FIRST hire and set systems in place for ultimate productivity!
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Intro to Outsourcing
How to Start Subcontracting
How to Hire the Perfect Team Member
Project Management Platforms
Workflows and SOPs
Parting Ways With A Subcontractor
MODULE 14: WHAT’S NEXT?
LESSONS INCLUDE:
Your Journey Doesn’t End Here
Scaling Your Agency Model
Scaling as an Online Business Manager
Scaling Your High End Service
Scaling Through List Building
Bonuses:
THE VA TOOLBOX AND MOCK PORTFOLIO TEMPLATE
Want to make sure your business is LEGAL? You’ll get our VA contract, subcontracting agreement, and portfolio template. This is literally ALL the documents you need to start accepting clients right away!
MARKETING FOR INTROVERTS
Embrace your quiet power! You don’t need to dance in front of your phone or post on socials everyday to market your VA business. Learn how Sara Austin fully booked her VA biz in less than 3 months as an introvert.
SKYROCKET YOUR BUSINESS USING LINKEDIN
LinkedIn is an invaluable resource for growing your Virtual Assistant business. Learn how to grow your network and leverage your contacts to sell out your services with this FREE LinkedIn training!
SAVVY YOUR SITE
Every great business has a website that works for them! We want you to get a headstart so we include Savvy Your Site, our step-by-step lesson on how to get your website off the ground without the tech-induced headaches.
THE VA TEMPLATE VAULT
Sometimes it’s hard to know what to say to potential clients. Don’t be at a loss for words any longer with this exclusive template vault – all of the scripts and templates you need to pitch and work with clients.
PROPOSALS THAT WIN
Taught by 6-figure VA Coach and Sr. Director of Product, Rachel Dorsey, this masterclass teaches you how to create proposals that win over your ideal clients!
DISCOVERY CALL DEMO
Watch The Virtual Savvy CEO, Abbey Ashley conduct a live discovery call to learn how to go into your next discovery call with confidence.
