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Virtual Assistant

Provide administrative support to busy founders and execs.

Startup cost
$0–$100
Time to revenue
1-4 weeks
Difficulty
1/5
Income range
$1,500 - $8,000/mo

Overview

Virtual assistants handle email, scheduling, research, and ops for busy executives and entrepreneurs.

How it works

Pick a service stack (exec assistance, ops, customer support), apply on Belay/Time etc., or pitch directly via LinkedIn.

Startup requirements

  • Computer
  • Internet
  • Process tools
Estimated startup cost
$0 – $100
Time commitment
20–40 hrs / week
Income potential
$1,500 - $8,000/mo

Advantages

  • Fast start
  • Low cost
  • Skills compound

Disadvantages

  • Time for money
  • Income ceiling
  • Client expectations

Who this opportunity is best for

    Beginners
    Operators

By the numbers

Scalability2/5
Passive income potential1/5
Difficulty1/5
Risk level1/5
Skill level
Beginner
Weekly hours
20–40 hrs
Content required
No
Client work
Yes