If you are a newer virtual assistant and are looking for free tools to make your new life easier, check out the list of free options below.
You can make use of these programs for free, and then if you feel your business is growing, you can always upgrade to a paid option down the road.
Canva
A design tool used by many creatives. Canva is an app/program that allows you to design graphics for many sizes and formats. You can select the blank-size canvas you want to use, and add images, text, colours, designs, ideas, and more. You can create designs for social media posts, presentations, resumes, pamphlets, posters, and more!
ClickUp
This program is another option for staying organized as a virtual assistant. You can add in all the tasks you need to perform, and then colour coordinate them, add in who else should be working on said task, and add in a due date. You can also add stages or phases to tasks if there are multiple steps that need to be completed before the task can be finished.
Google Workspace
Gmail, Google Drive, Google Photos, and Google Calendar are all part of the workspace, and these are programs that you are likely to use on a regular basis. The good thing about Google Workspace is that you’re able to link all of the Google programs together. Nothing beats being able to sync your calendar with the emails that come in. Or being able to share documents from the Drive with other Gmail accounts.
LastPass
Are you someone who has a habit of forgetting passwords? LastPass allows you to save passwords onto your web browser, and then will ensure you can log into your various accounts easily. The same thing can be done for clients, perhaps you need access to a client’s various accounts, and they can share those passwords with you on LastPass and then you will be able to log in to their accounts without actually seeing the password digits.
Zoom
Use Zoom if you need to have a quick meeting with a client or need to discuss important matters. It is a free video platform that allows you to talk virtually on camera. You can invite multiple people to join the meeting and this can be something more of a presentation format where only one person speaks. Or you can have multiple people join in on a simple discussion. You can record the video session for those who cannot attend or refer back to it later.
These free tools listed above are the ones you are most likely to need or use regularly. Whether it is connecting with your clients, working on tasks for your clients, or just everyday use to run your business.
Having access to these free programs will make your life as a virtual assistant easier. For a full list of programs, read more about The Best Programs for VAs.