Curious if VA work could actually be a fit for you? My free 3-day VA Challenge will help you find out! Register today!

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One of the biggest doubts I hear from moms who are considering virtual assistant work isn’t about whether they’re capable, it’s about whether they actually have the time. When your day is broken up into short windows between school drop-offs, meals, naps, and everything else on your plate, it can feel hard to believe those small pockets could ever turn into meaningful income.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why you don’t have to wait for long, uninterrupted hours to get started. I’ll walk you through how those quick 10- or 15-minute work sessions can stack up faster than you think, and why shifting your focus to total hours instead of perfectly structured days can completely change how you see what’s possible.

If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering how such small bits of time could actually move the needle financially, this conversation will help you look at your schedule differently and see the earning potential that may already be hiding in your day.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• How pockets of time throughout your day can add up to consistent weekly income
• Why you don’t need long, uninterrupted work blocks to start making money as a VA
• How to realistically match your income goals with the time you already have

Want help identifying your own pockets of time and turning them into income? Join my free 3-day VA Challenge (January 26–28) where I’ll guide you through mapping your schedule, using your existing skills, and seeing exactly how VA work could fit into your current routine.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep39-turn-10-15-minute-pockets-of-time-into-real-va-income

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

Curious if VA work could actually be a fit for you? My free 3-day VA Challenge will help you find out.

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If you’ve been telling yourself you’re “not techy enough” to become a virtual assistant, I want to clear that up for you in this episode. It’s one of the biggest misconceptions I see holding women back from starting a VA business and it simply isn’t true.

I’m breaking down what virtual assistant work actually looks like on a day-to-day basis, the level of tech knowledge clients really expect, and why your soft skills like organization, communication, and reliability are often far more valuable than knowing complicated systems.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• Why you don’t need advanced tech skills to become a VA
• The real skills clients value most in a virtual assistant
• How learnable tools and systems fit into VA work

Want help figuring out if VA work is right for you? Join my free 3-day VA Challenge (January 26–28) to get clarity, simple action steps, and real feedback as you explore this path.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep38-not-techy-you-can-still-be-a-virtual-assistant

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

Want clients who will gladly pay your rate? My Client Magnet Method shows you how to find and attract them fast. Grab your special podcast discount today!

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There’s a truth about becoming a virtual assistant that can feel uncomfortable at first but it’s also incredibly freeing once you understand it: signing clients is a numbers game. And when you don’t know what realistic numbers look like, it’s easy to start thinking something is wrong with you if clients aren’t coming in as quickly as you hoped.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why reaching out to “only” 10 or 15 potential clients isn’t a sign of failure, it simply means you don’t have enough data yet. I walk you through how networking actually works, why conversion rates matter, and how understanding the math behind client signing can help you detach from the emotion and self-doubt that so often creep in.

If you’ve caught yourself wondering, “Is this even going to work for me?” this conversation will give you the perspective shift and the practical direction you may need to keep moving forward with confidence.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• Why signing clients as a VA is a numbers game (and why that actually works in your favor)
• What realistic conversion rates look like so you can stop taking “no’s” personally
• How increasing the number of conversations you start can dramatically improve your chances of landing a client

If you’re ready for a simple, repeatable way to start more client conversations, I teach my 15-Minute Networking Method inside the Client Magnet Method, a mini course created to help you connect with ideal clients, spark natural conversations, and move toward discovery calls with greater confidence.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep37-why-youre-not-signing-clients-yet-its-not-what-you-think

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

Your dream of running a profitable VA business doesn’t have to wait. Inside the Superstar Assistant Academy, you’ll learn exactly what to do (and when to do it) so you can confidently build your VA business in less than a month.

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You don’t have to dive in all at once to start your VA business! You can grow your income and freedom one intentional step at a time.

In this episode, I share how I built my VA business while still working full-time, the mindset shifts that kept me consistent, and the exact approach you can take to create financial stability before taking the leap.

If you’ve ever thought, “How can I make this work without risking everything?” this episode will show you exactly how it’s possible.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• How to start your VA business while still working your 9–5
• How to find time to build your business even with a busy schedule
• Signs you’re ready to leave your full-time job
• How to make the transition feel safe, not scary

✨ Want lifetime access to every resource, template, and coaching support you need to build your VA business step-by-step? Join me inside the Superstar Assistant Academy and start creating your version of freedom today.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: 

https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep36-replay-build-before-you-leap-start-your-va-biz

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

I am hosting my final Live Masterclass of the year on December 30th, where I’ll walk you through what VA work really looks like and how to get started with clarity.

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You do not need a social media following to become a successful virtual assistant.

In this episode, I’m busting one of the most common myths new VAs hear - that you have to post every day, grow an audience, and be constantly visible online before you can land clients. I break down why a following is not how most virtual assistants actually get hired, what clients are truly looking for, and how focusing too much on content creation early on can slow your momentum instead of helping you move forward.

If the thought of showing up on social media already feels draining, this episode is going to feel like a breath of fresh air.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• What online business owners really care about when hiring support
• The biggest mistake new VAs make with their time and energy
• The three things that matter most when you’re getting started

Curious what becoming a VA could actually look like for you without building a following? Join me on my final Live Masterclass of the year on December 30th, where I’ll walk you through what VA work really looks like, how women land clients without posting online, and how to decide if this path fits your life and goals for 2026.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep35-busting-va-myths-building-a-following-isnt-how-you-get-va-clients

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

I am hosting my final Live Masterclass of the year on December 30th, where I’ll walk you through what VA work really looks like and how to get started with clarity.

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If you’re brand new to virtual assistant work and wondering which services are truly beginner-friendly, this episode is for you.

Today, I’m breaking down one of the most in-demand (and often underrated) VA services: community moderation. 

It’s a simple but powerful way to support online business owners, lighten their mental load, and step into the online space without needing advanced strategy or prior experience. I walk you through why this service is always needed, what it actually looks like behind the scenes, and why it can be such a strong starting point if you’re looking for flexible hours and consistent income.

If you’ve been searching for a clear, approachable way to get started as a VA, this conversation will help you see why community moderation might be the perfect entry point.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• Why community moderation is a high-demand, beginner-friendly VA service
• What online business owners actually need help with inside their communities
• How this role can build trust, confidence, and momentum as a new VA

Curious if VA work and services like community moderation could be a fit for you? Join me on my final Live Masterclass of the year on December 30th to see what VA work really looks like, including beginner-friendly services like community moderation.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: 

https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep34-one-simple-va-service-clients-always-need-community-moderation

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

Want clients who will gladly pay your rate? The Client Magnet Method shows you how to find and attract them fast. Grab your special podcast discount today!

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In this episode, I’m breaking down how successful VAs actually land their first clients, and it’s probably not what you think. Forget chasing algorithms or spending hours applying to freelance job boards. Instead, I’m sharing how relationship-building, strategic networking, and leveraging your existing community can naturally lead you to high-quality, long-term clients.

If you’ve been holding yourself back because your brand doesn’t feel “perfect” yet, this conversation will help you shift your mindset and start taking confident action before you feel 100% ready.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• Finding clients through personal networks
• Social media networking strategies
• Leveraging referrals for client trust

Check out my Client Magnet Method mini-course where I teach you how to network intentionally with ideal clients, including my 15-minute networking method.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep33-replay-finding-your-first-va-client

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

Want deeper support on your VA journey? Inside the Superstar Assistant Academy I blend strategy + mindset coaching so you can grow with confidence.

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So many new and aspiring virtual assistants assume the hardest part of starting a VA business will be the logistics, but for most women, the biggest challenge isn’t the work… it’s the mindset.

In this episode, I dive deep into one of the most common (and sneakiest) barriers I see in my VA students: self-sabotage rooted in the fear of success.

After coaching over a thousand women, I’ve witnessed how even those doing everything right can unintentionally slow themselves down when their brain isn’t ready to receive the very things they’ve been working toward.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, undeserving, or scared of “what happens if this actually works,” you’re not alone.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• Why success can feel scary even when you REALLY want it
• Real examples of mindset blocks from real women building their VA businesses
• A simple mindset reframe to help you receive success without the panic

Inside the Superstar Assistant Academy, you’ll get a full step-by-step system plus mindset lessons so you can build confidence, break through blocks, and finally create the flexible income you want.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: 

https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep32-why-youre-subconsciously-blocking-your-own-success-as-a-va

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

Want a clearer path into VA work? Download the free Career Switch Cheat Sheet to discover how your current skills can help you build a more flexible life. ✨ 

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If you’ve ever wished you could show up more for your kids, volunteer in their classroom, chaperone field trips, or simply be present for the little moments that matter, this episode will speak straight to your heart.

In today’s episode, I share two recent experiences volunteering at my daughter’s school and the powerful reminder they gave me about why I chose the VA path in the first place.

No PTO requests. No shifting meetings. No apologizing to a boss. Just the freedom to say “yes” to my child and actually be there.

I open up about the contrast between my old life in restaurant management and my life now as a virtual assistant. And I walk you through what it looks like to build a business that gives you the same kind of flexibility, presence, and empowerment.

If your heart is craving a life where you have room to breathe, room to show up, and room to prioritize family without sacrificing income - this episode offers a vision of what’s possible.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• What VA freedom actually looks like in day-to-day life
• How flexible work opens the door for more presence with your kids
• How your existing skills can translate into a thriving VA business

Ready to see how your current skills can help you build a flexible VA career? Download my free Career Switch Cheat Sheet. It’ll help you identify which of your skills transfer into VA services and show you the first steps to creating a career that gives you more freedom, flexibility, and time with your family.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep31-the-mom-first-life-i-couldnt-have-in-my-old-job

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started

Want a quick peek at your potential VA income? Download my free Income Calculator and plug in your numbers.

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If you’ve been dreaming about starting your VA business but someone close to you isn’t fully on board yet - this episode will feel like a deep breath of relief.

Today, I break down why spouses, parents, friends, or coworkers may be skeptical about your VA goals and how you can help the people you care about see the reality, legitimacy, and opportunities inside the VA industry.

Whether your partner is worried about money, confused about what a VA actually does, or simply afraid of the unknown, you’ll walk away with practical tools to help them understand why you want this and how it can positively transform your family’s life.

This episode is all about staying grounded in your vision, building confidence in your path, and giving your loved ones the clarity they need to confidently support you.

In this episode, I chat about👇🏻

• Why people close to you may struggle to support your VA dreams
• How to explain the VA industry to them in a clear and simple way
• Examples of services and income potential you can share with loved ones
• How to stay confident even when others don’t understand your goals (yet)

Want a simple way to show your spouse or loved ones what’s actually possible as a VA? Grab my free Income Calculator in the show notes. Plug in your hours and rate, and instantly see what you could earn next month, six months from now, and beyond.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

• Bite-sized episodes that give you quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry
• Learn how to build skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business

Get the show notes and transcription here: https://www.laurajtraining.com/podcast-ep30-when-the-people-around-you-dont-get-your-va-dream

Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
Facebook: Superstar Assistant Academy

Interested in earning sustainable income on YOUR terms, working as a Virtual Assistant? Register for FREE and Click Here to Get Started