The VA Journal
Practical guides for starting virtual assistant work.
Learn how to start, price and grow your virtual assistant business, written with Marie.
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Getting Started
Starting a Virtual Assistant Business in Georgia: The Basics
A clear, grounded guide to launching your virtual assistant business in Georgia, covering basic legal structures, administrative setup, and everyday client operations.
November 3, 2026
Getting Started
What Is a Virtual Assistant? A Plain-English Guide
A clear, straightforward explanation of what a virtual assistant is, how the work functions day to day, and how your current skills fit into remote business support.
October 21, 2026
Getting Started
Virtual Assistant Training in Atlanta: In-Person and Online Options
Looking for virtual assistant training in metro Atlanta? Compare the trade-offs between self-paced online courses and local in-person instruction to choose the right path for your schedule.
October 21, 2026
Getting Started
Types of Virtual Assistants and How to Pick Your Lane
Not all virtual assistant roles look the same. Learn the primary categories of virtual assistance, how to evaluate your current background, and how to choose services that match your strengths.
October 21, 2026
Leveling Up
Virtual Assistant vs Online Business Manager: What's the Difference?
A clear comparison between virtual assistant and online business manager roles, helping you understand task execution versus project oversight and choose the right direction for your services.
October 21, 2026
Getting Started
How to Become a Virtual Assistant With No Experience
You do not need a background as an executive secretary to start offering remote support. Here is how to evaluate your current skills, build sample work, and launch your virtual assistant services.
October 21, 2026
Getting Started
Work From Home in Georgia: Is Virtual Assistant Work Right for You?
Looking for work from home jobs in Georgia as a virtual assistant? Discover what the work actually requires, how it differs from traditional employment, and how to decide if remote support fits your goals.
October 21, 2026
Getting Started
The Virtual Assistant Skills List (and How to Show Them)
You do not need to know twenty software tools to start working as a virtual assistant. Here is a clear breakdown of the core skills small business owners hire for and how to demonstrate them clearly.
October 21, 2026
Getting Clients
How to Find Your First Virtual Assistant Client
Securing your first client does not require an expensive website or hundreds of social media followers. Here is a clear, grounded process to land your first paying contract.
October 21, 2026
Getting Started
Changing Careers to Virtual Assistant Work in Atlanta
Making a career change into remote support does not mean starting from zero. Learn how to map your existing workplace skills into clear virtual assistant services across metro Atlanta.
October 21, 2026
Getting Clients
How to Price Your Virtual Assistant Services
Pricing virtual assistant services does not have to be guesswork. Learn how to calculate your overhead, choose between hourly and retainer models, and present quotes with confidence.
October 21, 2026
Beginner
How to Become a Virtual Assistant in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide
You do not need a fancy certificate, a perfect website, or two years of saving to start. You need a clear offer, the right four tools, and a way to talk to people without sounding like a brochure. Here is exactly how I would do it if I were starting today.
May 22, 2026