Today's topic is one that I actually love to talk about. It's kind of controversial in the virtual assistant world, at least the stance that I'm going to take on it, and it's working for free. So, where do I even start?

 

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So a question that I see a lot in different virtual assistant groups and most people when they get started, is do I really need a contract?

Yes, yes, you do. Do not even think of trying to skip using a contract when you start signing your clients. Just don't do it.

SHOWNOTES: https://www.sabragilbert.com/blog/10

We're in a new world where working from home with kids remote learning is the new reality. But mama, you got this! Whether you are working alone from home or have kids running around the house, these tips can help you focus.

Shownotes: www.sabragilbert.com/blog/9

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Finding your first client can seem like a HUGE and scary thing to do, but it doesn't have to be that hard. I go over tips on what to have ready before finding a first client, where I don't recommend finding clients, and my favorite places to find clients.

 

Shownotes: www.sabragilbert.com/blog/8

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Getting your client onboarding workflow in order is key! (And I'll be the first to admit that it's not something that I am the best at!) Which is exactly why I've invited Molly Hicks, workflow guru, to join me today to explain exactly why streamlining your client onboarding is key in creating an excellent experience for your clients and saving you hours of work!

ShowNotes: https://www.sabragilbert.com/blog/7

So this week’s episode is a little more difficult. I’m going to talk about pricing, but there are really a lot of different ways you can do this and I’m going to go through a few common methods. You can of course mix and match in any way that you feel fit and also offer more than one pricing offer for different things. The four main pricing methods are to go with hourly, retainers, hourly retainers, and project-based.

For the Shownotes, head over to www.sabragilbert.com/blog/6

When you start dreaming about working from home, what do you see yourself doing? Do you see your kids playing quietly by themselves while you get some work done quickly at the dining room table? Or maybe you see naptime as the perfect working time? Does it seem idyllic and dreamy?

I hate to be that person, but today’s going to be a little bit of a bubble popper. 

Show Notes: HTTP://www.sabragilbert.com/blog/5

Building a business is not an easy thing to do. It takes a lot of focus and will take up a big portion of your time to get started and off the ground, especially if you are doing this with small children in the house or a full-time out of the house job. Which is exactly why you need a supportive team on your side.

The number one person that you need on your team is your spouse.

Show Notes: www.sabragilbert.com/blog/4

So you are ready to really get started, what do you need to be able to do so?

In all reality, all you need is access to an electronic device (a smart phone, a tablet, laptop or desktop) with functioning internet or data. Does that make this all a little less scary? Because I assume if you are listening to this podcast, that you already have access to at least one of these combinations already.

ShowNotes: www.sabragilbert.com/blog/3

So you want to get started as a virtual assistant, but have absolutely no experience working in the digital realm?  Don’t worry about it!

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