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Time ETC
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Description
Time ETC is a virtual assistant company founded in the UK that has expanded to serve the US market and now supports over 22,000 entrepreneurs and business owners. Unlike general freelance platforms, Time ETC matches you with dedicated clients based on your skills, so you build ongoing working relationships rather than hunting for one-off gigs. Assistants start at $17 to $19 per hour with clear pathways to negotiate pay increases over time. The platform has a 99% employee recommendation rate on Glassdoor from VA professionals, and the company has raised its pay rates by 54% over three years, according to their own management responses.
How You Make Money
You apply, pass vetting, and get matched with clients who need ongoing administrative, scheduling, research, or social media support. You earn per hour and invoice through the platform.
Payment Method
Direct deposit (bank transfer)
Minimum Payment
N/A, paid monthly on the 1st of each month
Withdrawal Speed
Monthly, on the 1st of every month
Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate (12+ years of professional experience preferred)
Pros
1. Matches you with clients directly so you don't have to constantly pitch new gigs
2. Builds long-term client relationships that give you predictable, recurring work
3. Pay has increased 54% over three years showing a genuine commitment to fair compensation
4. 99% of VA professionals at the company recommend it on Glassdoor
5. Unused client hours roll over so your clients stay engaged month to month
2. Builds long-term client relationships that give you predictable, recurring work
3. Pay has increased 54% over three years showing a genuine commitment to fair compensation
4. 99% of VA professionals at the company recommend it on Glassdoor
5. Unused client hours roll over so your clients stay engaged month to month
Cons
1. Pay starts at $17 to $19 per hour which is below what independent VAs can charge on their own
2. Paid only once per month which requires cash flow planning
3. Work availability varies based on client hours, some weeks are lighter than others
4. Primarily suited to US and UK-based assistants
2. Paid only once per month which requires cash flow planning
3. Work availability varies based on client hours, some weeks are lighter than others
4. Primarily suited to US and UK-based assistants
Best For
Organized professionals who prefer consistent matched work over constant pitching, and want a supportive company structure behind them
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- Skill Level : Intermediate to Advanced (requires professional experience)
- Payment Method : Direct deposit (ACH bank transfer)
