24/08/2026
π© If a client asks you to pay money before you can work, stop and investigate.
Aspiring VAs are often excited to land their first client.
Unfortunately, scammers know that.
Be cautious when you see:
β Unrealistic pay for simple tasks
β Requests for upfront payments
β Fake check or payment schemes
β No clear job description
β Pressure to start immediately
β Clients refusing contracts or proper agreements
Your first client should help you build your careerβnot put your money or personal information at risk.
At Elevate & Co., we believe VAs deserve a professional environment where clients are properly sourced, expectations are clear, and support is available.
π¬ What is the biggest red flag you've seen in a VA job post?
Share it below so other aspiring VAs can learn from it.