How To Become A Virtual Receptionist

Do you dream of making money from home and spending more time with your family? Are you having trouble finding work in your local area and need a flexible job, where you can work remotely? Are you ready to be your own boss, but don’t find the idea of driving for Uber appealing?

Find out for to launch your new career and why c-level executives are clamoring for virtual help. You can even earn money while working remotely!

Why Become a Virtual Receptionist?

Becoming a virtual receptionist gives many people the flexibility that they need. This can also suit a variety of different employment needs. Finding an agency that allows employees to work from home can be perfect for those who may not otherwise be able to find work in their area.

Freelancing as a ‘side hustle’ is becoming more and more popular. The largest example of this would be the Uber craze. Many people who choose to drive for ride-sharing apps do so to supplement their incomes.

Driving for Lyft or Uber isn’t possible for everyone. Left & Uber only accept drivers with a clean bill of driving health. If you’ve ever had a DUI, you aren’t eligible for driving gigs. If your car isn’t in the best shape, you would also not qualify.

If you are a woman you may decide not to apply to drive for a ride-sharing company because of safety concerns. However, if you do decide to apply and qualify to become a driver, you can still face a number of rideshare issues.

This could mean unruly passengers who damage your car. If you live in a less populated area, it can also be difficult to find enough passengers to make this worth your time.

These are all good reasons why becoming a virtual receptionist is such an ideal job. You can work from home, which is perfect if you are struggling to find work in your town. You don’t need much beyond experience to apply. (Some companies require you to have previous experience as a receptionist.)

Apply to a Virtual Receptionist Agency

When it comes to virtual receptionist agencies, there are many places to look for employment. This is convenient because you may need alternatives if you don’t meet the requirements for the first place you apply.

For example, some virtual receptionist work can be done from home, other jobs require being local to a specific area. Before applying, it is important to contact the company and ask if they are currently hiring receptionists that work remotely.

This can save you valuable time in your search for an employer.

If you speak to the agency on the phone during the application process, make sure you do so in a quiet environment. We also recommend that you take notes!

There’s nothing worse than dropping the ball because you didn’t write down the information they gave you. This is a career that demands accurate note taking as its most important requirement!

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AllDayPA

AllDayPA is a company out of the UK that offers virtual call response and transfer, message taking, and live chat responses.

This is a great choice if you live in the UK and have strong skills in message taking and scheduling. They also offer services like email response, cold calls, and switchboard transfers.

Their clients include big-name companies like Paypal, MailChimp, Google, Amazon Web Services, and Microsoft.

Da Vinci Virtual Office Solutions

This virtual receptionist agency offers a variety of services. The company is located in Salt Lake City. To apply to work as a Da Vinci virtual receptionist, they currently require applicants be Salt Lake City locals. Our interaction with a representative was very pleasing and the company seems to have very nice reviews.

Gabbyville

Gabbyville is a well know virtual assistant company that works with companies ranging from real-estate to entertainment. They do not list their hiring requirements online. This means that if you want to work for them, you’ll have to put in a little extra legwork.

Take the initiative and send them an email ([email protected]) with your resume, cover letter, and a brief note to the recipient indicating your interest.

Ruby Receptionists

Ruby Receptionists are a popular choice for American’s looking to get a job as a receptionist. Ruby has a strong advertising campaign and delegates receptionist tasks for a wide array of companies. Ruby sources their receptionist from areas local to their call centers. They currently have two call centers in Oregon.

Smith

Smith is another online receptionist agency for remote workers. Smith lets you set your own schedule. This option could be a great choice for you if you’re looking to work from home and have a flexible schedule. They require you to complete a speed typing test in addition to uploading screenshots of your internet speed.

Vicky Virtual

Vicky Virtual is a remote assistant focused company that is growing quite rapidly. They are currently seeking remote workers with high-speed internet, a good sense of humor, and the adaptability to use multiple types of software. You can expect to make $10 an hour if you are accepted

How to Get Hired

Focus on any previous customer service experience you may have had! If you have the chance to interview over the phone, be sure to spend time addressing how you would address phone calls and scheduling. If you’re an excellent problem solver, be sure to include that in your conversation or your application cover letter.

If you don’t have much luck with any of the above agencies, you can try using online forums to help you find the perfect position.

Receptionist work is often listed on online job search sites. A quick search of websites like indeed or SimplyHired can result in a myriad of opportunities. It can also be listed on freelance sites like Upwork.

As a freelance receptionist, you’ll be responsible for finding your own work. This can be great for people who are looking to take work on their own schedule.

What You’ll Need for Your New Job

Each virtual reception agency has its own set of requirements. This can mean that you will be required to work a certain amount of hours on your own schedule or that you will be required to work a certain shift.

If you’re working at a local office, this can mean following office ethics requirements and dress code. They may also suggest attending in-person workplace events or training. These training sessions will help you better represent the companies who’s call you will be answering.

If you’re working remotely, you may be required to have a landline and/or a headset. You’ll also need to have a quiet home workspace where you can field calls while you’re on the clock.

For more about how to curate the perfect home workspace and what to after leaving your current job, check out our blog.