The Ridiculously Good Virtual Assistant Show

Finding Virtual Assistant clients online is not hard. In fact, it's very simple.

If you are struggling to find VA clients online, then you are probably missing one or more important pieces of the puzzle.

Today I want to talk about some simple things that you can do to find your best clients online.

Everyone will tell you that the demand for VAs is increasing - they are right. Since the pandemic, the word of virtual working, or remote working if you prefer that term, has really boomed.

It seems that more and more workers want to dictate their own terms - and some of them are able to do that, working from home in a hybrid schedule, etc.

Enter VA businesses - we get to work remotely. And we get to set all of our own boundaries and rules up.

It's the best of both worlds.

Except that one thing … the customers.

When we are working remotely, we have a job. A steady paycheque. A boss. An endless list of tasks that are tied to our job.

So while they want our lifestyle, we want their steady work without all the fuss.

Getting clients who will pay us to do their work can be challenging.

But I really think that a lot of VAs make the client acquisition process much more difficult than it needs to be.

It's quite simple to get great clients.

It may not be easy every day, but it's much easier than you think.

I have 5 simple tips for you today that will help you put yourself out there and get great clients that will value you and pay you well- and that's really all we want, isn't it?

If you are ready to get some help to start your VA business, that's where I come in. I am here for one reason - to help you become a ridiculously good VA.

I have helped hundreds of VAs who are stuck get moving through private coaching, group coaching, and live and self study trainings. If you want to talk about how we can work together, let's connect on a Cut to the Chase call. You can book yours at YourVAMentor.com/chase

I tell you all the time that time is money for Virtual Assistants.

Literally time is money. Your time. Your client's money.

So everything you do - and how you do it - is costing the client a certain amount of money.

And, you are also doing a lot of things. Possibly for a lot of clients

Doing a lot of things at once for a lot of different people means that we can often get overwhelmed. Or busy.

So many times people will ask me how my business is doing, and then they say 'busy, eh'? I say oh yes, 'busy'.

We have created a world where busy sounds good.

At the minimum, busy means good - people are hiring us, they are working with us. That's good!

So yes, busy can be good. It has good connotations, anyway.

But if WE feel busy, that sometimes isn't so great.

Busy also denotes a state of having too much to do, or at least that seems to be the word we use to describe being as such.

And that's when we want to make sure we are making changes to how we work to handle that better.

Productivity!

Being productive or working productively takes these five things:

• prioritizing your tasks effectively
• managing time well
• automating what you can
• using technology where possible
• self-care and boundaries

And these are the things I want to talk about in today's episode.

If you are ready to get some help to manage your time and your workload better in your VA business, that's where I come in. I am here for one reason - to help you become a ridiculously good VA.

I have helped hundreds of VAs who are stuck get moving through private coaching, group coaching, and live and self study trainings. If you want to talk about how we can work together, let's connect on a Cut to the Chase call. You can book yours at YourVAMentor.com/15-min

Thanks for tuning in this week! I'll see you next time!

There are a lot of questions I answer on a regular basis - over and over and over again. So hopefully this episode will serve as an FAQ for those of you who are just starting to look at the VA industry as an option for you.

Tune in to hear the answers to these 20 questions:

Can I really make a living as a VA? How much money does a VA make? What skills do I need to become a successful virtual assistant? How can I find clients for my virtual assistant business? What kinds of clients needs VAs? What tools and software do I need to run a virtual assistant business? How much should I charge for my virtual assistant services? Do I need any specific certifications or training to become a virtual assistant? How do I set up my home office for maximum productivity as a virtual assistant? What are some common tasks that virtual assistants typically handle for clients? Should I offer a discount to clients when I am just starting out? How can I effectively market my virtual assistant services to potential clients? How do I manage my time effectively while juggling multiple clients as a virtual assistant? What are some strategies for building long-term relationships with clients as a virtual assistant? How do I handle billing and invoicing for my virtual assistant services? What are the biggest challenges I might face when starting a virtual assistant business, and how can I overcome them? Are there any legal considerations I need to be aware of when starting a virtual assistant business? How can I stay organized and keep track of tasks and deadlines as a virtual assistant? How do I stay updated on industry trends and developments as a virtual assistant? What resources are available for ongoing learning and professional development in the field of virtual assistance?

If you are ready to get some help to start your VA business, that's where I come in. I am here for one reason - to help you become a ridiculously good VA.

I have helped hundreds of VAs who are stuck get moving through private coaching, group coaching, and live and self study trainings. If you want to talk about how we can work together, let's connect on a Cut to the Chase call. You can book yours at YourVAMentor.com/chase

Thanks for tuning in this week! I'll see you next time!

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Let's work together privately to get you to your really big goal. It's the fastest way to get results and we can start right away. Learn more about private coaching here.

The Virtual Circle (TVC) is a monthly mastermind group for Virtual Assistants just like you. We get together 3 times a month for group Zoom sessions to talk about what you are struggling with, working on, or celebrating. It's a close knit community of your VA colleagues that provides the best kind of support for your VA business. Learn more about TVC here.

My self study program Getting Started as a VA can help you get your VA business started easily and quickly too. You can sign up right away and be on your way to getting clients by the end of the program, with all the right foundations in place. Check out the program here.

Reach out to me if you need to talk about where you are stuck and what the right option might be to get you moving. It's literally all I'm here to do is help you get to where you want to go. Book a complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me here.

Welcome back to another episode from my VA Snapshot series of The Ridiculously Good VA Show, where we talk about the specific services that Virtual Assistants can offer different target markets.

When you choose a target market, you learn about what they do in their business - how they find their clients, how they work with their clients, and what kinds of things they need help with in their business. After learning the ins and outs of what they do, you can speak very clearly sbout how your services will support them.

Why? Because you know how their business runs and what is important to them to keep it running smoothly and growing - and you know precisely the services you can offer them. Lots of them. That's the key to working with a target market. That you find large groups of clients that all need the same services - and then you can get clients easily.

I am Tracey DAviero, Virtual Assistant Coach and Trainer and in this series, we are will dive into 25 or 30 different industries and professions that use Virtual Assistants, and I'll share what kinds of tasks you can do for them.

Then you can decide who you want to work with, and start connecting with them!

In this episode we are talking about services for Business Coaches.

If you are stuck and need help creating a service package for Business Coaches, I invite you to sure to book your complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me so we can talk about the ways I can help you do that. Book your call at Yourvamentor.com/15-min

In this episode we talk about the various phases of being a VA. From the research phase to working with clients, you will probably find yourself in one of these phases. It's a pretty simple concept. No matter which phase you are in, you need to move forward so that you can succeed. If you need more clients, or more money, or if you need to be better organized, you'll need to make some changes, and this episode can help you identify what to do next.

Check out the episode transcript here:

https://www.yourvamentor.com/blog/2024/02/podcast-the-evolution-of-virtual-assistants-navigating-the-three-phases-of-success/

If you need help getting unstuck and moving forward, be sure to get in touch with me. I'm here to help.

It's the only reason I'm here at all, as you know. To help you become a ridiculously good VA.

I have helped hundreds of VAs who are stuck get moving. I'd love to do the same for you.

We can work together privately, or in The Virtual Circle, my monthly mastermind group, or in my Plan to Profit group coaching program, or you can enroll in some of my self study trainings. I have lots of options to move your forward. Book a complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me to discuss what might be the best option for you.

Let's work together privately to get you to your really big goal. It's the fastest way to get results and we can start right away. Learn more about private coaching here.

The Virtual Circle (TVC) is a monthly mastermind group for Virtual Assistants just like you. We get together 3 times a month for group Zoom sessions to talk about what you are struggling with, working on, or celebrating. It's a close knit community of your VA colleagues that provides the best kind of support for your VA business. Learn more about TVC here.

My self study program Getting Started as a VA can help you get your VA business started easily and quickly too. You can sign up right away and be on your way to getting clients by the end of the program, with all the right foundations in place. Check out the program here.

Reach out to me if you need to talk about where you are stuck and what the right option might be to get you moving. It's literally all I'm here to do is help you get to where you want to go. Book a complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me here.

In this episode we talk about the challenges faced by Virtual Assistants (VAs) in balancing their work and personal lives. We emphasize the importance of self-care and setting boundaries to maintain the balance that we need. We talk about managing multiple clients, household responsibilities, and leveraging technology to streamline tasks. You'll get lots of tips on how to manage your communication, time management and more.

Check out the episode transcript here:

https://www.yourvamentor.com/blog/2024/02/podcast-balancing-act-your-va-business-and-home-harmony/

If you need help setting your priorities, and managing your time, and balancing your life you're your VA business, be sure to get in touch with me. I'm here to help.

It's the only reason I'm here at all, as you know. To help you become a ridiculously good VA.

I have helped hundreds of VAs who are stuck get moving. I'd love to do the same for you.

We can work together privately, or in The Virtual Circle, my monthly mastermind group, or in my Plan to Profit group coaching program, or you can enroll in some of my self study trainings. I have lots of options to move your forward. Book a complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me to discuss what might be the best option for you.

Let's work together privately to get you to your really big goal. It's the fastest way to get results and we can start right away. Learn more about private coaching here.

The Virtual Circle (TVC) is a monthly mastermind group for Virtual Assistants just like you. We get together 3 times a month for group Zoom sessions to talk about what you are struggling with, working on, or celebrating. It's a close knit community of your VA colleagues that provides the best kind of support for your VA business. Learn more about TVC here.

My self study program Getting Started as a VA can help you get your VA business started easily and quickly too. You can sign up right away and be on your way to getting clients by the end of the program, with all the right foundations in place. Check out the program here.

Reach out to me if you need to talk about where you are stuck and what the right option might be to get you moving. It's literally all I'm here to do is help you get to where you want to go. Book a complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me here.

Today we are talking with VA Jacki Hollywood Brown, about how she got started as a VA, the services she offers her clients, and what business owners should know about working with a VA.

Jacki is an organization specialist who helps her clients by designing structures and procedures to help them improve their efficiency and productivity.

Tune in to learn about:

• What expertise she brings to her clients
• How she went from military spouse to offering boutique VA services
• Why processes are essential in your business too (not just your clients)
• What you need to do to start getting your structure in place
• How you should be protecting your data from loss
• And a whole lot more!

To get in touch with Jacki to discuss your support needs, connect with her here:

Website: https://productivelyorganized.com LinkedIn: https://[https://linkedin.com/in/jackihollywoodbrown or book a discovery call with her here: https://productivelyorganized.com/contact/

Jacki Hollywood Brown is a military spouse and professional organizer-turned Virtual Assistant, and she brings her outstanding organizational skills to her VA clients by offering boutique VA services. I spoke with Jacki about the importance of creating and updating procedures and processes in our business (and in our client's businesses). We also talked about what you should have in place to protect your business data, and so much more.

Enjoy!

Today I want to talk about marketing your VA business. Specifically, about using Facebook to market it.

Quote: Giving a brand personality is what separates your brand from the status quo. - Pam Moore

Hey that quote doesn't mention Facebook - I know, right? It's because the vehicle you use to gain visibility doesn't really matter - it's about what you put out there. Here's what I mean. Let's go!

We talk a lot about getting more eyes on your VA business, in order to get clients.

And a lot of VAs that I know want to know what the formula is to get that visibility.

The interesting thing is that there is no formula. At least not one that works for everyone.

Service business like VA business are very unique.

It's the first thing I tell Virtual Assistants who are looking for the pathway to success.

It's not that there isn't a framework you can follow, but because our businesses are service-based, it means that the client is, in fact, purchasing US.

And that means that the way we market ourselves can be quite different from someone else - even if the offer the same or similar services as we do.

We all have the same places to reach our clients - but the way we do it and what we put out there might be different from another VA.

So … let's talk about why I picked the quote for today - it's about personality. Your personality.

Whether you are an introvert, or an extrovert, your personality IS going to enter into your VA business.

It will come through in the way you present yourself, in the way you network, in the way your messaging comes across, in the way you communicate with people, and in the way you work with your clients.

Introverts and extroverts are not the only different kinds of VAs.

There are very organized VAs.

There are techy VAs.

There are detail oriented VAS.

There are research VAs.

There are task master VAs.

There are strategic VAs.

And as many VAs as there are, there are as many different clients out there.

With a service business, we need to have the right fit.

We need to attract the right clients.

And that's where visibility comes into play.

Not only do we need to promote our business where our potential clients are hanging out (we tell you that all the time when we talk marketing), but we also need to be attractive to them so they will feel that we are the VA for them.

Okay so now that we have that out of the way, let's talk about how to get the visibility you need by using Facebook.

Building visibility takes time, so be patient and persistent in implementing these strategies. Get the basics in place, and then show up every day where your people are. Be yourself, and help them.

You are your business's product. Put yourself out there and get clients!

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If you need help setting up your marketing plan, be sure to get in touch with me. I'm here to help.

It's the only reason I'm here at all, as you know. To help you become a ridiculously good VA.

I have helped hundreds of VAs who are stuck get moving. I'd love to do the same for you.

We can work together privately, or in The Virtual Circle, my monthly mastermind group, or in my Plan to Profit group coaching program, or you can enroll in some of my self study trainings. I have lots of options to move your forward. Check them out in the show notes for this episode. Thanks for tuning in this week! I'll see you next time!

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Let's work together privately to get you to your really big goal. It's the fastest way to get results and we can start right away. Learn more about private coaching here.

The Virtual Circle (TVC) is a monthly mastermind group for Virtual Assistants just like you. We get together 3 times a month for group Zoom sessions to talk about what you are struggling with, working on, or celebrating. It's a close knit community of your VA colleagues that provides the best kind of support for your VA business. Learn more about TVC here.

My self study program Getting Started as a VA can help you get your VA business started easily and quickly too. You can sign up right away and be on your way to getting clients by the end of the program, with all the right foundations in place. Check out the program here.

Reach out to me if you need to talk about where you are stuck and what the right option might be to get you moving. It's literally all I'm here to do is help you get to where you want to go. Book a complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me here.

Today I want to talk about rates. It's a common topic of discussion with VAs at all levels of their business - and we all struggle with it at times.

Quote: Don't fall into the irresponsible trap of setting low prices. It will kill your business cold. Low prices attract cheap customers with luxurious demands. ― Mac Duke The Strategist

How awesome is that quote!? I love it - I think it's so important to recognize that most of us set our rates too low - and when we do, we struggle with those who can 'afford' us. Let's go!

We talk often of setting rates in our Virtual Assistant business.

I see lots of you posting questions about how to charge for this service or that service, and I always come in with the same advice.

Do the math for how much your services will be - don't just pick a number out of thin air.

When you ask someone in a group how much you should charge for a particular task or service, you are picking a number out of thin air.

If your business is going to be successful, you need to make sure that what is coming in will cover what is going out, and then of course you need to leave room for some profit as well.

As a service based business owner, we can often make the mistake that what we charge is what we make - and then we don't leave room for the things that we need to run our business well.

You don't need to gauge customers, but you do need to run your business like a business.

So let's talk about a few of the problems that VAs have with setting rates properly.

If you need help setting your rates properly for your VA business, be sure to get in touch with me. I'm here to help.

It's the only reason I'm here at all, as you know. To help you become a ridiculously good VA.

I have helped hundreds of VAs who are stuck get moving. I'd love to do the same for you.

We can work together privately, or in The Virtual Circle, my monthly mastermind group, or in my Plan to Profit group coaching program, or you can enroll in some of my self study trainings. I have lots of options to move your forward. Check them out in the show notes for this episode. Thanks for tuning in this week! I'll see you next time!

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Let's work together privately to get you to your really big goal. It's the fastest way to get results and we can start right away. Learn more about private coaching here.

The Virtual Circle (TVC) is a monthly mastermind group for Virtual Assistants just like you. We get together 3 times a month for group Zoom sessions to talk about what you are struggling with, working on, or celebrating. It's a close knit community of your VA colleagues that provides the best kind of support for your VA business. Learn more about TVC here.

My self study program Getting Started as a VA can help you get your VA business started easily and quickly too. You can sign up right away and be on your way to getting clients by the end of the program, with all the right foundations in place. Check out the program here.

Reach out to me if you need to talk about where you are stuck and what the right option might be to get you moving. It's literally all I'm here to do is help you get to where you want to go. Book a complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me here.

Hey there, welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant.

Today I want to wish you a very happy new year - 2024 is here! - and i want to focus on the possibilities that lie ahead for you this year.

Quote: The new year stands before us, like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written - Melody Beattie

It is true that we are the master (or mistress, if you prefer) of our own destiny. The decisions we make will help us build a successful business, or not. Let's go!

If you need help doing any of these things for your VA business, be sure to get in touch with me. I'm here to help.

It's the only reason I'm here at all, as you know. To help you become a ridiculously good VA.

I have helped hundreds of VAs who are stuck get moving. I'd love to do the same for you.

We can work together privately, or in The Virtual Circle, my monthly mastermind group, or in my Plan to Profit group coaching program, or you can enroll in some of my self study trainings. I have lots of options to move your forward. Check them out in the show notes for this episode. Thanks for tuning in this week! I'll see you next time!

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Let's work together privately to get you to your really big goal. It's the fastest way to get results and we can start right away. Learn more about private coaching here.

The Virtual Circle (TVC) is a monthly mastermind group for Virtual Assistants just like you. We get together 3 times a month for group Zoom sessions to talk about what you are struggling with, working on, or celebrating. It's a close knit community of your VA colleagues that provides the best kind of support for your VA business. Learn more about TVC here.

My self study program Getting Started as a VA can help you get your VA business started easily and quickly too. You can sign up right away and be on your way to getting clients by the end of the program, with all the right foundations in place. Check out the program here.

Reach out to me if you need to talk about where you are stuck and what the right option might be to get you moving. It's literally all I'm here to do is help you get to where you want to go. Book a complimentary Cut to the Chase call with me here.