✅ Non-Voice VA Roadmap Checklist
Your step-by-step guide to becoming a successful non-voice Virtual
Assistant (VA)
STEP 1: Understand the VA Role
**Goal:** Know what a non-voice VA does and how you can help clients.
☐ Watch VA Bootcamp's free course: vabootcamp.ph/freecourses
☐ Read about VA services on: FHMoms.com or dict.gov.ph
☐ List down 3 types of tasks you enjoy (e.g., data entry, Canva, research)
💻 STEP 2: Learn the Essential Tools
**Goal:** Get confident using the tools most clients expect you to know.
☐ [Admin & Office Tools] Learn Google Docs, Sheets, Gmail: support.google.com/a/users
☐ [Admin & Office Tools] Learn Microsoft Office basics:
edu.gcfglobal.org/en/subjects/office/
☐ [Task Management] Learn Trello basics: trello.com/guide
☐ [Task Management] Learn Notion or Asana: academy.asana.com
☐ [Design] Create a Canva account: canva.com
☐ [Design] Watch 1–2 tutorials from Canva Design School
☐ [Design] Practice making 3 sample graphics: quote post, IG story, YouTube thumbnail
🧠 STEP 3: Build a Simple Portfolio
**Goal:** Show clients what you can do with sample/mock work.
☐ Create a Google folder to store your sample tasks
☐ Make a sample spreadsheet (inventory, contact list, etc.)
☐ Design 2–3 sample Canva posts
☐ Create a Trello or Notion board (e.g., task board, content calendar)
💼 STEP 4: Get Job-Ready
**Goal:** Be ready to apply for jobs on freelancing sites.
☐ Create your VA resume using Canva
☐ Set up a profile on Upwork, OnlineJobs.ph, and Fiverr
☐ Write a short but confident VA bio
☐ Join 2–3 VA Facebook groups (search: “Virtual Assistant Philippines”)
☐ Bookmark Upwork Academy for tips
🎯 STEP 5: Apply for Jobs & Continue Learning
**Goal:** Land your first client and grow your VA skills.
☐ Apply to at least 3 job posts this week
☐ Post sample work on LinkedIn or FB to attract interest
☐ Practice skills weekly (set a goal: e.g., 2 hours every weekend)
☐ Join free webinars or VA community events
🚀 Bonus: Optional Next-Level Tools (When You're Ready)
**Goal:**
☐ Enroll in a full VA course (VA Bootcamp, FHMoms, or Udemy)
☐ Try other tools: Slack, Zoom, Mailchimp, Buffer
☐ Learn about client onboarding, contracts, and pricing