Seed to Success

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In this podcast episode, I sit down with Amy Christopherson, who shares her journey and expertise in the HR space, focusing on inspiring change, and transforming the way that HR is perceived, implemented and valued inside organisations.

Amy dives into various facets of HR, shedding light on common red flags that VAs may encounter when working with their clients. From issues like high turnover rates to payroll discrepancies and the absence of crucial documentation, Amy offers insights into identifying and addressing these challenges head-on.

Throughout our conversation, Amy explains the importance of open communication and collaboration between VAs and business owners. She highlights the significance of building trust and providing support to clients as they navigate the intricacies of HR management.

Don't miss the opportunity to tap into Amy's expertise! 

Connect with this week’s guest, Amy Christopherson

Instagram: @amyjanehr

Website: www.amyjanehr.com.au

Connect with Amy Dawe, Founder of Seed VA.

Website: seedvirtualassistants.com.au

Instagram: @seedva.mentor

Join our free Facebook community & connect with aspiring virtual assistants to gain access to a supportive network of like-minded individuals who can provide guidance, job opportunities, advice, and resources to help you navigate the process of becoming a virtual assist

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In this podcast episode, I sit down with Sara Bunnett to chat about her business journey in the Heath VA Space. Sara shares how she started her business just before the 2020 pandemic and how it turned out to be a silver lining for her.  Sarah has become a trailblazer in the Health VA space and is currently expanding her business to focus on education and supporting health VAs in building their businesses. 

As of March 1st, Sara is excited to be launching The Health VA Academy which is a comprehensive range of support options and resources to assist experienced VAs or medical administrators looking to move their work virtually, to develop efficient, effective and sustainable virtual health administration business. 

A range of 1:1 coaching options and a Membership option for virtual health administrators including the Virtual Health Connect Community involving collaboration opportunities, job leads, guest speakers and information sharing with peers all working in the same specific niche. 

Over the last four years Sara has noticed that although the foundations are the same, there are some clear differences in the approach needed to run a health VA business.  This space is a collection of Sara’s learnings and experiences aimed at helping health VAs thrive in their businesses

Connect with this week’s guest: Sara Bunnett 

Connect with Amy Dawe, Founder of Seed VA.

A warm welcome to today's guest Remi Audette, of Sunday Best Digital Agency who specialises in SEO for Marketing Managers, Agencies & Small Businesses. 

We are thrilled to have Remi join us today and to dive even deeper into this topic of SEO in our February Inner Circle Workshop. Today we chat with Remi, who provides an introduction to SEO and explains its importance in improving website visibility and traffic.

Topics Discussed:

I come to you today with immense gratitude to Remi Audette for sharing her insights and expertise on the podcast. For a deeper insight, join us inside the Inner Circle for our February workshop.

Connect with Amy Dawe, Founder of Seed VA.

Website: seedvirtualassistants.com.au

Instagram: @seedva.mentor

Connect with this week’s guest: 

Remi Audette, Founder of Sunday Best Digital Agency.

Website: sundaybestdigital.com.au

Instagram: @sundaybestdigital  

Linkedin: @sunday-best-digital-agency

A warm welcome to today's guest Mira Claudia Mindset and Confidence Coach, coaching Women from Self- doubt and Overwhelm to Clarity and Confidence. 

This episode is vulnerable and raw as we explore Mira's personal experiences that led her on a journey of self-discovery that led her to building an incredible community and business.

Mira has curated her life by design, a business and life based on her strengths and deep purpose to see more women step into their light, self power and live their most fulfilling lives. 

After years of self doubt, struggling with undiagnosed anxiety, and a lack of fulfillment in her career, the significant and abrupt end to her marriage in mid 2017 brought about the greatest gift. 

The place of ground zero, from where she saw the only opportunity was a choice of going up. Big life changes present you with two choices, stay in your pain and stay the same or lean into the uncertainty and embrace change. 

This life upside moment showed Mira how much she had associated her identity around the roles she played for others, mother, wife, sister, daughter and she had lost a sense of who she was. This set in motion a commitment to rediscover who she was, her strengths, values and rebuild her life her way! 

Mira uncovered her strengths as a coach, facilitator and  purpose to help women to rediscover their strengths, purpose and activate their magnetic energy! 

In today's episode, Mira takes us through these moments in time to really showcase how mindset is our most valuable asset not only in business but also in our personal lives too.

Mira is joining us this month for our Inner Circle workshop where our members will connect to the vision/ purpose for their business and lean a key strategy to help them prioritise where to spend time and energy in 2024 by turning this into their Quarterly, Monthly, Weekly daily focuses. 

Connect with Amy Dawe, Founder of Seed VA.

Website: seedvirtualassistants.com.au

Instagram: @seedva.mentor

Join our free Facebook community & connect with aspiring virtual assistants to gain access to a supportive network of like-minded individuals who can provide guidance, job opportunities, advice, and resources to help you navigate the process of becoming a virtual assistant.

Connect with this week’s guest: Mira Claudia

Instagram: @mira.claudia.au

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In this podcast episode, I sit down with Hannah Mostyn to chat about her business journey and some big shifts and evolutions that have led her to where she is now, working in complete alignment and fulfillment.

Hannah and I have also been working on a really exciting project in the background that we are so excited to share with you as we announce a new addition to our VA Launchpad course.

Hannah is the founder of Wilde Banksia Studio. Hannah's passion lies in empowering other wilde and soulful beings in business through impactful and meaningful branding, design, and website design.    Wilde Banksia Studio is not just a design studio; it's a space where dreams take shape, where the unique essence of each individual and their business is celebrated.  

Hannah believes that there's no better feeling than capturing the essence of your dream business and watching it come to life. Whether it's creating an inspiring logo that represents your brand or designing a website that leaves a lasting impact, from the initial spark of an idea to the final creation, Wilde Banksia Studio will guide you through the journey of bringing your wilde business dreams to life.

Connect with this week’s guest: Hannah Mostyn

Connect with Amy Dawe, Founder of Seed VA.

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In this podcast episode, I sit down with Madison Bairstow for a fun chat all things business!

Madison has recently shared some incredible milestone events in her business and I absolutely LOVED getting to celebrate them with her in this episode of Seed to Success!

Madison Bairstow Business Solutions is a OBM & VA business that works with online coaches and course creators is to lighten the admin load & streamline operations, allowing you to focus on your core business activities to drive growth.

Madison helps women simplify their online businesses in a remarkably efficient & organised way. She truly believes that if you can keep it simple, and streamline some areas in your business to create spaciousness, then you have no other option but to succeed.

Connect with this week’s guest: Madison Bairstow

Connect with Amy Dawe, Founder of Seed VA.

A warm welcome to today's guest Charlotte Pointeaux, Menstrual Cycle Coach who specialises in helping women with businesses to create sustainable and soulful enterprises.

We are thrilled to have Charlotte join us today and to dive even deeper into this topic in our December Inner Circle Workshop. Today we chat about focusing on embracing the menstrual cycle, nurturing well-being, and rejecting the traditional hustle and burnout mindset.

Topics Discussed:

I come to you today with immense gratitude to Charlotte Puanto for sharing her insights and expertise on the podcast. For a deeper exploration of menstrual cycle-aligned business practices, join us inside the Inner Circle for our December workshop.

Connect with Amy Dawe, Founder of Seed VA.

Website: seedvirtualassistants.com.au

Instagram: @seedva.mentor

Connect with this week’s guest:

Charlotte Pointeaux Instagram: @charlotte.pointeaux.coach

In this episode of the Seed to Success Podcast, Emma Heuston & I chat about the legal considerations involved in growing your team through subcontractors.

Join us as we explore:

Reference links:

You can access the VA subcontractor template from Ready to Boss Legal here - https://readytobosslegal.com/products/va-subcontractor-agreement

Use the code: VASUBCONTRACTOR for 20% off for a limited time

Check ATO requirements here - https://www.legacy.ato.gov.au/Calculators-and-tools/Super-guarantee-eligibility/

In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Cullen, the powerful force behind Rachel Anne, to discuss her journey from her toxic 9-5 to starting a successful Virtual Assistant business that gives her the freedom and flexibility to enjoy her kids whilst also supporting other mums with e-commerce businesses to do the same.

Topics Discussed

If you're a new VA, or have been in the game for some time, this episode is packed with inspiration and encouragement to help you be open to anything and find what you truly love doing.

So grab your headphones, and take a listen!

Connect with Amy Dawe, Founder of Seed VA.

Connect with this week’s guest: Rachel Cullen from Rachel Anne

Meet our 2023 Inspirational Award Finalists!

The Australian Virtual Assistant Industry Awards are a celebration of Virtual Assistants in Australia who have made a positive impact and recognition of the leaders and change-makers of our industry.

Join us in congratulating our finalists in this category;

Kayci Herring

Michelle Ryan

Sara Bunnett

Rochelle Gloede (unfortunately couldn't join us for this interview)

Jacqui Gandy (unfortunately couldn't join us for this interview)

I also spoke with the sponsors for this award category, Newcastle Virtual Assistance. Thank you for your support!   

More information about the Australian Virtual Assistant Industry Awards can be found here - https://www.seedvirtualassistants.com.au/awards