Beginner-Friendly VA Services You Can Offer Today
Not sure what services to offer as a brand new virtual assistant? Start here. These tasks are in-demand, simple to learn, and totally doable even if you're still juggling mom life full-time.
Easy Services to Start With:
Inbox and calendar management – Perfect for the ultra-organized mom who color-codes her pantry and remembers everyone's dentist appointments. You'll help keep your client’s digital life just as tidy.
Social media engagement and comment replies – Great for the extroverted mama who loves chatting online and making new connections. You'll be the friendly face behind the brand.
Canva graphics for Instagram, Pinterest, etc. – Ideal for the creative soul who could design cute birthday invites in her sleep. If you love playing with colors and visuals, this one’s for you.
Data entry and spreadsheet setup – A match for the detail-oriented mom who finds peace in order. If you’re the type to alphabetize your spice rack, this task will feel like home.
Online research and list-building – Perfect if you’re naturally curious and can deep-dive like a pro. You’ll help clients gather the info they need without going down a rabbit hole yourself.
Customer service via email – Great for empathetic communicators who know how to stay calm and kind (even if someone’s toddler just scribbled on the wall). You'll be the soothing, problem-solving voice clients love.
These services are perfect for entry-level VAs—and they’re exactly what busy business owners are willing to pay for.
Feeling stuck on what you could actually do as a virtual assistant? You’re not alone. A lot of new VAs worry they need some secret tech skill or fancy certification to get started—but that’s just not true.
Many of the most in-demand services are ones you already have the skills for (and can learn fast if you don’t). The magic is in showing up with consistency, great communication, and a desire to help.
P.S. Ready to go from curious to confident? My VA Jumpstart Toolkit course gives you the clear, step-by-step strategy to launch and grow your VA biz—with zero fluff and all the mom-life flexibility.
