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Is Being a Virtual Assistant Legit? How to Avoid VA Scams & Find Real Clients
Is becoming a virtual assistant actually a legit career - or just another online scam?
If you’ve been wondering whether you can make real money working from home as a virtual assistant, this episode is for you.
Abbey Ashley shares her honest experience starting her own VA business - the good, the bad, and the red flags you absolutely need to know before jumping in.
Is Virtual Assistance a Real Career?
Short answer? Yes.
But there are non-reputable opportunities out there — and knowing how to spot them is the key.
In this episode, Abbey breaks down:
- How she started her virtual assistant business from scratch
- The simple services she offered in the beginning
- How she found her first legit clients
- Why relationships beat random online job boards
- And how thousands of VAs have built real income from this model
Virtual Assistant Scam Red Flags 🚩
If you’re searching for remote work or VA jobs online, here are warning signs to watch for:
- Promises of huge money for very little work
- Being sent a check before completing any work
- Paying a fee to get hired
- Listen to the episode for the rest!
Not every online job is a scam — but knowing what to look for protects you from wasting time or worse.
How to Find Legit Virtual Assistant Jobs
Abbey explains why your personal network is one of the most powerful ways to land your first clients — and shares where to look for real opportunities online.
📌 Free Training Mentioned: Become a Booked Out Virtual Assistant
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- Published26 February 2026 at 14:00 UTC
- Length7 min
- Season1
- Episode3
- RatingClean
