In theory I think this is a really excellent idea for a new virtual assistant - you'll get the invaluable experience of working with established VAs and get to see the inside workings of a busy practice; but it's not something I've personally done.
You might check our Classifieds section as well as our Job Listings section - members will often post there when they are looking for other VAs to serve as temporary or long term subcontractors.
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I think this is a great idea. I'm new and have gotten referrals from other VAs that I've meet and kept in contact with. I think having a back up, especially for services you don't provide, is excellent. Networking is always a good thing.
Ah this is the thread I was perhaps looking for.
I was really in mess as to how to ask the fellow members. Thanks Tess. I hope i reach 25 soon to open up the section
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I like to know the person who is approaching me. If its a cold approach then I'm less likely to do anything about it but I'm also more inclined to post on the classifieds too for subcontractors.
I am actually thinking of this too...since I can do data entry, research, and other VA task and if a fellow VA has an overflow it is a possibility right?
That's how I started my niche. It's the best thing I've done. It all depends if working for someone else is for you. I'm a team player vs the team coach There are brilliant VAs and it's a wonderful way to learn from them. I created a linkedin group to receive advice on this topic as well.
This is how I got my foot in the door when I transferred from overseas to the US. I also joined a local networking group. As business picks up I have "paid it forward" and hired subcontractors to help me and my business. When you are a newbie you often need to earn your stripes. Subcontracting, networking are excellent ways to build your business.
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