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Feeling discouraged by $5/hour VA listings on Fiverr and Upwork?
I break down the real reason why you’re not competing with low-cost international VAs and why clients are still happy to pay $25, $30, even $35+ per hour for your support.
I use a mom-friendly apples vs. oranges analogy to help you see how both types of VAs serve different roles, and how to find high-value clients looking for someone exactly like you.
🎧 Whether you’re brand new or feeling stuck, this episode will remind you that you belong in this space—and your rates are worth it.
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
• Why low-cost VAs aren't your competition (and never were)
• The real reason clients pay $25+ per hour without hesitation
• Finding quality clients who pay well
🎯 Ready to stop chasing low-paying gigs and start signing clients who value your work? The Client Magnet Method mini course shows you exactly how to identify your ideal client and confidently attract them.
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-ep14-busting-va-myths-$5-vas-arent-your-competition
Find Laura on social media:
Instagram: @hey.lauranicole
TikTok: @hey.lauranicole
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Feeling like you have to say yes to every. single. client. (no matter what) just to prove you’re cut out for this VA life??
I share a powerful mindset shift about capacity that could change the way you approach your virtual assistant business for good.
If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or wondering how to grow without burning out, this one’s for you.
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
• The danger of overextending yourself
• Quality over quantity approach
• Building sustainable long-term client relationships
If you're ready to build a VA business that supports your lifestyle and your well-being, the Superstar Assistant Academy is where it begins. Inside, I shared the exact system I used to grow a six-figure VA career without overwhelm, hustle, or burnout.
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-ep13-quality-over-quantity-matters-as-a-new-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
Click the link to text me and share your biggest takeaway from this episode or tell us about your own discovery call experiences.
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Discovery calls can feel intimidating—sweaty palms, overthinking every word, wondering if you’re saying the “right” thing… sound familiar??
I’m here to shift your mindset around these conversations and show you how to approach them with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn how to prepare ahead of time, what to say when you get stumped, and how to make a strong impression without trying to be perfect.
Whether you’ve gotten a few discovery calls under your belt or none (yet!), this episode will help you turn anxiety into alignment.
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
• Understanding the purpose of discovery calls
• Mindset shifts to build confidence
• Preparation strategies that work
Ready to transform your discovery call approach? Click the link to text me and share your biggest takeaway from this episode or tell us about your own discovery call experiences. Your journey to confident client conversations starts now!
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-ep12-prep-panic-discovery-calls-made-simple
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
If you're ready for a complete VA step-by-step system, check out the Superstar Assistant Academy where I'll guide you through launching your VA business in just 28 days.
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Been hearing conflicting info about whether you need an LLC before you start working as a VA? You’re not alone!
I’m pulling back the curtain on what an LLC really is, why you don’t need one BEFORE you work with clients, and when you might want to consider registering for one down the line.
Tune in to gain clarity around business structures, know when to loop in an accountant, and walk away feeling empowered to take the next step in your VA journey.
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
• VA business misconceptions
• Understanding LLC basics and benefits
• When to Consider Creating an LLC
Ready for a step-by-step roadmap, templates, and proven support to help you build your VA business in just 28 days? Join me inside the Superstar Assistant Academy and start your journey 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-ep11-busting-va-myths-you-need-an-llc-to-start
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
Ready to transform your existing skills into a profitable virtual assistant business? Join my upcoming Discover Your Superstar VA Skills four-day workshop where I’ll show you what services to offer based on your existing skills!
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Ever feel like you're not cut out to be a virtual assistant no matter how much you want it? That inner critic questioning your skills, your worth, and whether anyone would actually pay you?
It’s more common than you think (hello, imposter syndrome!) and it’s keeping way too many capable women stuck on the sidelines.
In this episode, I dive into the hidden mindset blocks that hold aspiring VAs back and share practical mindset shifts. You'll hear why feeling like a fraud doesn’t mean you are one, and what it really takes to move forward even when doubt creeps in.
If you’ve been second-guessing yourself or waiting to feel "ready," this episode might be the push you didn’t know you needed.
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
•When and why imposter syndrome strikes
•Understanding imposter syndrome
• Practical tips to combat self-doubt & break through imposter syndrome
If imposter syndrome has been holding you back, it’s time to shift that! In my Discover Your Superstar VA Skills workshop, you’ll uncover the skills you already have and learn how to turn them into paid VA services so you can build confidence and finally get moving!
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-ep10-overcoming-self-doubt-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 my free Career Switch Cheat Sheet to discover how your current skills can help you build a more flexible life. ✨
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Think real vacations are impossible when you’re running a VA business? Between client demands and your availability, it can feel like stepping away is a luxury you can’t afford.
But what if you could take a real break - without guilt, stress, or constant check-ins?
In this episode, I share the exact steps that made my guilt-free vacation possible, and how you can build a business that supports your life, not the other way around.
If you’re craving freedom without dropping the ball, this one’s for you!
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
•Personal experience taking real time off as a VA
•A three-step system to prepare your clients and workload before a vacation
• Key things to consider when planning time away
If you're curious about becoming a virtual assistant but aren't sure what skills you already have that would be valuable, grab my free Career Switch Cheat Sheet. This resource helps you identify transferable skills you're already using daily that would make you successful as a VA!
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-ep09-guilt-free-guide-to-taking-vacationa-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 to see what life as a VA could look like and learn how to start taking real steps toward making it your reality? Click Here to Watch my Free Masterclass
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In this heartwarming episode, I welcome my very first guest - my five-year-old daughter, Little Miss! With the innocent wisdom only children possess, she shares what it's like growing up with a mom who works as a virtual assistant from home.
From the way she describes my work to the moments that matter most to her, this candid conversation is full of sweet surprises and some unexpectedly deep insights about motherhood, freedom, and what really matters.
If you’ve ever felt torn between growing your career and being present for your kids, this episode might be the reminder you didn’t know you needed. Tune in for giggles, a few “mind-blowed” moments, and a fresh perspective on what it truly means to work for your why.
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
• Get to know about Little Miss
• Get a glimpse of my work life from my daughter’s perspective
• Benefits of working from home
Watch my free 60-minute masterclassto find out if becoming a Virtual Assistant could be the game-changer your family life needs - just like it was for me!
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-ep08-a-candid-chat-with-my-first-&-littlest-guest
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-ep07-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
If you're ready for a complete VA step-by-step system, check out the Superstar Assistant Academywhere I'll guide you through launching your VA business in just 28 days.
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Ready to cut through the confusion of starting a virtual assistant business? Forget the fancy websites, perfect branding, and complicated business structures. In this episode, I share the truth about launching a successful VA business, and it’s actually much simpler than most people think!
Join me as I talk about what clients really want and the essentials of getting started as a virtual assistant.
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
• What you think you need
• What you actually need
• Software and tools basics
If you would love to have some guidance from someone who has been there done that successfully then I would love for you to join me inside of the Superstar Assistant Academy.
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-ep06-what-you-really-need-to-start-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
Ready to transform your existing skills into a profitable virtual assistant business? Join my upcoming Discover Your Superstar VA Skills four-day workshop where I’ll show you what services to offer based on your existing skills!
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I tackle one of the biggest challenges new Virtual Assistants face: deciding which services to offer. Drawing from my own journey where I replaced my college professor salary within five months, I share how everyday soft skills and household management experience can be transformed into high-value VA services. I break down the easiest entry points into the industry and explain why these foundational skills are in high demand with small business owners.
Join me as I take a deep dive into the most in-demand VA services and how to choose the ones that align with your strengths. You’ll gain the clarity you need to build a service list that feels natural and profitable!
In this episode, I chat about👇🏻
• The easiest entry points into the VA world
• A closer look at the possible VA services you can offer
• Learnings from her personal VA journey
Join my Discover your Superstar VA Skills workshop where I’'ll guide you through identifying your most valuable transferable skills and packaging them confidently for potential clients.
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-ep05-services-to-offer-as-a-new-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
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Welcome to Your Virtual Assistant Coach, the podcast for moms who want to make flexible income from home without sacrificing family time.
Hosted by Laura Nicole, a successful…
Whether you’re curious about what a Virtual Assistant even does, or you’re ready to land clients and build a thriving business, you’re in the right place. Each episode will help you build your skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business - all on your own terms.
Because making money from home should feel doable... NOT overwhelming. Let’s make your VA dreams a reality, one mom-sized episode at a time!

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