Live Your Best Life as a Virtual Assistant

You’ve likely heard that when starting as a Virtual Assistant, you need to spread the word about your business to be successful. And networking is a great way to do that.

But maybe you’ve never networked before, and the thought of it sounds terrifying. I get it.

Here’s how I used to think about networ...

As a Virtual Assistant, your email list is the most valuable asset in your business. More valuable than your computer, your office furniture, and even your software, no matter how much you invested.

But most VAs – even most business owners - don’t take their email list seriously, even though they’v...

When I started my business as a Virtual Assistant in 2010, I had no idea how much my life would improve. I enjoyed working in various roles in corporate America for 17 years. I was accustomed to a regular paycheck, healthcare benefits, and three weeks of paid vacation. I never understood why anyone ...

Imposter Syndrome is that terrible little voice in your head telling you that you’re not good enough, you don’t have what it takes, and you’ll never amount to anything. It can come out of the blue when we least expect it – and it’s never pleasant.

The first thing I want you to know is that it’s norma...

When you begin working as a Virtual Assistant, if you’ve never owned your own business, a significant mindset shift needs to occur around money. 

Traditionally, when you have a job, you are earning money. You get hired, negotiate your pay and benefits, and receive compensation. Most of the time, your...

You’ve probably heard the saying: We all have the same 24 hours. And while that’s true, what varies greatly is how we think about time and choose to use our own 24 hours.

It’s easy to let hours, days, and weeks go by and wonder where the time went. We’ve all done this, and I don’t know about you, but...

When starting a new business as a Virtual Assistant, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the mountain of decisions you think you must make before you can begin working with clients.

What kind of business bank account do I need? Should I start as a Sole Proprietor or an LLC? How will I take payments? Do I...

When it comes to knowing how to organize your tasks and plan your time as a Virtual Assistant, there can be a steep learning curve. You have information coming at you all day: client work, tasks to do for your business, and likely an unending list of personal items that need your attention.

You might...

Last week, I spent five days at Harrisville Designs in NH, taking a class with nine other students to learn how to weave on a loom. Weaving is something I have wanted to try for a couple of decades, and I was thrilled when this opportunity lined up with my schedule.

Even though it seems like weaving ...

When you begin working as a Virtual Assistant, it’s easy not to set a schedule for your days. After all, you’re now the boss, and you get to choose how you spend your time, right?  This is what you’ve been wanting for so long – time freedom.

Not knowing where to start, you might wait to sit at your d...