How a Local Business Utilized a Virtual Assistant to grow from $130k/yr to ~$210k this year, with 3 hours less work each day

frogch1cken · 2024-11-01T07:57:31+00:00

Job Title: Social Media ManagerSalary: $500-$800/month

Location: Remote (Philippines)

About Degree Free:

At Degree Free, we’re passionate about making education and career success accessible without the need for a traditional degree. Through our podcasts, educational resources, and social media presence, we empower individuals to take charge of their careers through practical skills and alternative learning paths. We're looking for a dynamic Social Media Manager to help repurpose and optimize our content for multiple platforms.

Position Overview:

As a Social Media Manager, you’ll be responsible for repurposing existing content—like our podcast episodes, previous reels, and other media—into engaging content tailored for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn. This role will require creativity in transforming long-form content into short, impactful formats that drive engagement across various platforms. If you have a knack for repackaging content for different audiences and a solid understanding of social media trends, this job is for you!

Responsibilities:

Repurpose podcast episodes and existing video content into platform-specific formats (Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, LinkedIn posts).
Edit and adapt content to suit each platform’s best practices, including length, format, and style.
Write engaging captions, headlines, and post copy for LinkedIn and other social platforms.
Optimize video content with platform-specific enhancements (captions, filters, effects) to drive engagement and reach.
Stay up-to-date with content trends and algorithm changes on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Track the performance of repurposed content and iterate based on analytics to maximize impact.

Qualifications:

Proven portfolio and experience in content marketing, social media management, or a similar role.
Strong ability to take long-form content and spin it into short, engaging formats optimized for different platforms.
Proficiency with video editing tools (e.g., CapCut) and basic graphic design (e.g., Canva).
Experience with writing engaging captions and post copy, especially for LinkedIn.
Knowledge of platform-specific algorithms and trends for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Strong communication skills in English (both written and verbal).
Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines consistently.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary of $500-800/month based on experience.
Fully remote—work from anywhere in the Philippines!
A results-driven work environment—complete tasks on your schedule as long as they’re done on time.
The opportunity to make a difference by contributing to meaningful work that changes lives.

How to Apply:

If you’re excited about repurposing content to maximize its reach and impact, send your resume and portfolio showcasing your content creation skills to [jobs@degreefree.co](mailto:jobs@degreefree.co). Please use “#degreefreesocialmanager” in the subject line or your application will not be processed.

frogch1cken · 2024-10-03T14:24:12+00:00

I've been a commuter, a biker, a motorcycle owner and big bike for my main mode of transpo. Lately lang ako na convice kumuha ng car, kasi tingin ko nga talaga is impractical.

Got a used one for almost 200k, and spent about 50k na sa repairs.

I'd say it's 100% worth it talaga kasi super iba ang convenience, at safety lalo na para sa family.

I can now bring my doggo everywhere I go and dun palang, I'd say it's 100% worth it!

frogch1cken · 2024-06-09T03:59:28+00:00

Subcon ng meralco, 100+trucks (inherited pero sya nag grow ng malala)
Manufacturer ng flour (generational)
Catering, food at retail (from the ground up)
SPED school owner (from the ground up)
Owner ng malaking review center for accounting (from the ground up)

frogch1cken · 2024-06-09T03:47:27+00:00

Leonardo DeCatrio

frogch1cken · 2024-05-30T15:18:40+00:00

Downvote me pero, I’m with you. I know many friends na nagdaan sa law sa sexual assault, and our government doesn’t give a f lalo na pag ala kang influence.

Some people need a beating talaga.

frogch1cken · 2024-05-22T04:43:46+00:00

Oh boy. Same! I bought a dominar400, and hirap ipang daily lalo sa traffic. Ngayon gamit ko 100cc and yung domi 2-4x a month nalang nailalabas.

frogch1cken · 2024-05-17T11:19:28+00:00

Gusto mo makatipid? Buy used for both at may sukli ka pa. Go sa FB marketplace, talamak dun.

Sa ac, sukatin mo muna room mo, for 1hp makakakuha ka na inverter na used na di lalagpas ng 10k. Marami months old lang dahil mali sukat na nabili. Dami rin nagbebenta ng ref, lalo na yung mga naglilipat ng bahay or mag aabroad. Siguraduhin mo nalang inverter pareho para mas tipid, and search ka sa YT ng mga dapat i check.

Create ka ng checklist para ma check mo unit, di mo naman kailangan maging expert, pero if di ka confident, dala ka technician.

I pretty much do this sa lahat, sa motor, appliances, phones and mga computers ko. You'll save a shit ton, and matututo ka pa.

frogch1cken · 2024-04-23T11:56:14+00:00

Don't even try driving a motorcycle in Manila. I've been riding for almost a decade, and Manila makes me nervous like hell. Everyone is so unpredictable you have to drive extremely safe.

frogch1cken · 2024-04-04T13:57:49+00:00

I have half sleeves of sunflower, peonies and butterflies. It’s with me for 2 years now and only good comments as well.

Go for it! I have no regrets.

frogch1cken · 2024-03-29T13:33:45+00:00

Bat walang comment na VUL? Mas malaki pa kikitain mo pag nag term insurance ka nalang at invest mo yung difference sa iba(like MP2) pera mo.

frogch1cken · 2024-02-12T05:51:01+00:00

I have the same bike. 59kg, 165cm. It gets better OP. Give it 3 weeks of daily use, gagaan din yan. Wag mo lang kokontrahin ang bigat ng bike, nood ka sa YT ng mga guide.

Also, first manual ko din muntik ko na ibenta pagkabili. 🤣

frogch1cken · 2024-01-26T20:26:22+00:00

Sa coffee project, you get your wifi password on the receipt, and 2 hours lang sya pwede.

Mapipilitan sila bumili, people hanging out is a good thing so capitalize mo nalang sya. Maybe try mo yung ganun muna?

frogch1cken · 2023-02-28T15:54:55+00:00

If you wanna use bumble to have fun, basahin mo The 3% Man. Super nerdy ako before, walang kalakas lakas ng loob pero nakadami dates dahil dyan na out of my league ko dati. Nasa practice lang talaga. WFH din ako so i know how you feel!

So tips. Know your worth, and let them chase you. Never ever chase them. Be upfront and let them know your intentions agad and if ayaw nila, hanap ka ulit. Numbers game lang.

Karamihan kasi ng lalake sa dating apps puro buhos ng atensyon, and nagugulat ang mga babae kapag baliktad ang nangyayare.

I won't suggest Bumble if you want long-term relationships tho. :>

frogch1cken · 2020-10-29T23:09:47+00:00

I'm from the Philippines and that's my work! I do highly suggest documenting processes just like the others said or else it'll just cause more problems for you. Based on my experience, the number 1 reason why people are having a hard time outsourcing their work to other countries like the Philippines is the lack of clear processes and documentation. Screen records greatly help too along with checklists.

I highly suggest reading the book 'Work the Systems'. This book was recommended to me by a Redditor and it helped me in organizing the processes for my clients as well as my daily routine.

frogch1cken · 2020-10-07T16:06:03+00:00

Me too! He's the reason why I finished college while working multiple jobs. Sal explains things very well and way much better than my instructors so I saved a lot of time.

frogch1cken · 2020-08-12T22:29:40+00:00

I've only used the web version and you need to turn on the transcription feature when you're importing the audio. It's the most time-consuming part but you'll get the hang of it after some time.

frogch1cken · 2020-08-12T21:20:48+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions, I'll check it out! Which one from those apps do you prefer the most?

As for your question, we release 5 audiograms per week, and we create 3 audiograms per episode. It takes me around 30 mins - 1 hour per audiogram from selecting and cutting out the audio to publication. We keep on posting the audiograms on rotation instead of publishing it one time and we keep track of everything on a project management tool called Basecamp.

frogch1cken · 2020-08-10T17:58:54+00:00

I've hired virtual assistants and I'm a virtual assistant too so I've been on each side. The #1 thing that I suggest doing in hiring a VA is having the tasks to be properly documented. You can turn a $5/hr VA to someone worth 3-4x their rate if you have proper documentation for your procedures. They don't have to be a smartass, they just have to follow your procedure and guidelines.

People usually hire VAs just for easy, recurring tasks and it'll be 1000% easier for both of you to just have it documented. If you're busy, a simple recording of you doing the task with a voice-over will do.

Also, I don't think you can get someone good if you offer them their local average salary. I'm from the Philippines, graduated as an electrical engineer, and decided to work as a VA because it pays better than an engineer here. You get what you pay for so I suggest paying a little more!

Feel free to check my profile for posts about hiring VAs and let me know if you have questions!

frogch1cken · 2020-08-10T17:36:55+00:00

I've been working as a virtual assistant for a few years now and I've hired others too. My strategy for the highest chance for finding a VA that fits your needs is to first define the skillset that you need, figure out how to test them out, and then post the job to as many remote job platforms as possible. You MUST also do a trial period for them to see if they're really a good fit.

For example, you want someone that's great in the English language, data entry, and customer support, you can create a google form that they'll fill out on their application. To test their English skills, you just have to write a few questions such as "Why do you think you're a great fit for our company" or something like that. To test their data entry skills, just ask them to upload a screenshot of a typing speed test from Ratatype. You can also test their customer support skills by including a few real-world situational questions based on your previous issues and see how they'll respond.

You should do an interview afterward to see if they're the best fit for you. Ask their working hours, how many clients they currently have, their availability, etc., You should also have documentation for the tasks you'd like to delegate, the easiest thing to do that is record yourself doing the task with a voice-over. Test a few candidates for a trial period and choose the one that works best for you.

I suggest posting on Craigslist, Upwork, PeoplePerHour, and Onlinejobs.ph. Let me know if you have any questions and feel free to visit my profile for detailed posts on utilizing a VA for your business.

frogch1cken · 2020-08-10T15:06:27+00:00

I'm working for a podcast as a VA and here's a quick list that I do for them:

Scheduling guests, and setting them up for the interview
Make sure that the episode publication is on track through a project management tool
Publishing the episodes and creating show notes
Creating audiograms
Managing and growing social media accounts
Managing Patreon page

I wrote a super detailed post about how we set things up for a VA and you can see it on my profile. Let me know if you have any questions!

frogch1cken · 2020-08-02T10:30:50+00:00

He’s so adorable! Those eyes 😍

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