Practical tips and insights for business owners who are looking to get support from virtual assistants to grow their business AND have a life.
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Virtual Assistants Brunch (VAB) is a virtual community of powerful women building successful virtual assistant businesses while finding the best places to brunch in and around our city. Come sit at the table with us as we share our stories, personal experiences and learn how other virtual assistants are creating and living a #VABulous lifestyle! Learn how to plan, launch, build, scale and SLAY your online business! Join our monthly podcast playlist on our website. Attend #VisionSlayersConfer ...
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We help small business owners and entrepreneurs by offering tips and tricks that they can use to add hours to their day and help their businesses run more efficiently and effectively Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beaconvirtualassistants/support
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This podcast is for you if you are a virtual assistant, consultant, or freelancer looking to thrive working online. Amy covers everything from mindset, niching, strategy and lessons learned. But best of all, Amy likes to share the tough stuff on all things life, entrepreneurship and mental health.Because it’s time we talk about the hard stuff and figure out what’s really holding us back. Amy is a freelancer turned, virtual assistant turned marketing operations consultant, as well mentor to o ...
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The Desire to Done podcast, hosted by Virtual Assistant Mentor and introvert Billie Gardner, is a series of short episodes packed with practical advice on topics relevant to VAs and introverts. From time management strategies to confidence-building techniques, each episode offers valuable insights that can help listeners achieve their goals. Whether you're a Virtual Assistant looking to grow your business or an introvert navigating the world of networking, this podcast is the perfect tool to ...
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The Inspired Biz: For Emerging and Developing Social Media Managers and Virtual Assistants
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The Inspired Biz Podcast is specially crafted for the social media manager or virtual assistant who is looking to grow and develop their online business. This show will help emerging and developing SMM's and VA's find inspiration, motivation and information on how to stand out in their industry. Amber Weyrauch, owner of Socially Inspired Management, is dedicated to linking arms with entrepreneurs to help them chase their dreams and grow their business. Each week on this podcast she does just ...
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So many business owners have pondered getting a Business Development Manager but think it is beyond their reach. But not any more! In this podcast, I am joined by amazing South African Business Development Managers to get the lowdown. When should a business get a BD. How to set them up for success. How to set up commission structures. And the magic…
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I had the pleasure of interviewing Di Porteous from Firewize who shared how after a failed (and somewhat stressful) attempt at getting remote support they now have Mylene, an amazing bookkeeper in the Philippines who is enabling Di to focus on new areas of the business. She shares what she has learnt on this journey (and admits a few tears have bee…
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It was a pleasure to chat with Georgia Edge from Learnt Lately who shared how she has been able to grow her business with the support of her amazing Marketing team member Jamie. Georgia started doing the marketing herself (and juggling sales and delivery) but eventually decided to get support (and has never looked back). Georgia shares, how she dec…
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Frances Cosway believes that life is too short to live in a home that you don't love. And, so that she can support even more people to live in beautiful homes she has been on a mission to grow a great team of people around her. One member of her awesome team is her Virtual Marketing Assistant, Ruvi. After working with a few Virtual Assistants and e…
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The first time I spoke with Justin Williams he wasn't ready for a Virtual Assistant. He went off clear about the sort of person he would need and at what stage of his business. The next time we spoke he was ready to roll! Hear how Janine has helped him establish excellent customer care and grow his business in just three months. To learn more about…
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Victoria Berry has not one but three businesses and with other ideas on the horizon this makes her a busy woman So she decided to add Samm her Marketing Virtual Assistant to her already amazing offshore team. Hear how Samm helps Victoria implement her marketing vision, keeps her multiple businesses top of mind and ultimately helps her grow her busi…
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Rob Anderson has an awesome set-up. He has his amazing full-time Virtual Assistant Ara, who then as the business needs flex engages specialists on upwork to fill the demand. Talk about the best of both worlds! Tune in to hear how it all works. To learn more about Rob and the awesome work that he is doing check out: foodwaste.climateers.com…
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I had the pleasure of chatting with Jenica Smith who is the Founder of Notely which provides beautiful eco-friendly stationery and gifts. She started the business because she thought that it was a good opportunity to let her creativity flow and share it with others. But, as she became more successful she found herself bogged down in the detail (and…
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Michelle was very brave in this podcast and shared the things that she didn't do well with her first few Virtual Assistants. The good news is that on the fourth try, we have got it working. And now Michelle couldn't imagine life without her VA, Hannah. Tune in to hear what went wrong and how we turned it around.…
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Damon Rodd from Swim Like Fish had been thinking about getting a VA for decades. In fact, he walked up to the edge and almost took the plunge eight times. Until one day when he did. Fast forward two months and he wonders what he ever did without Mia. When I meet with them it is like a love fest in the Zoom room...both of them smiling from ear to ea…
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I had the pleasure of interviewing Margaret Cutler today the CEO of Mango Tiger. I was unsure of whether I should record the interview at this stage as she has only been working with her VA for three weeks. But after I heard all they have achieved, I think I have made the right decision. With the right team on board, you can achieve a lot in a shor…
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I had the pleasure of talking to Lisa Stelling who is the Member Experience Manager of Connected Women, a fun community for women in their midlife. She shared with us how she has created such a strong bond with her Virtual Assistant Caryl in only two months, so much so that she is now doing way more than the the original scope. And as such providin…
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I just had a wonderful chat with Jessica Macpherson, the Founder of Blaze Your Trail, a social enterprise supporting charities with fundraising and technical consultancy. She shared with me her journey of working with her Virtual Assistant Annie over the last year and how it has enabled her to have an even bigger impact. To learn more about Jessica…
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Amber Daines, the media guru joins me to discuss how she hired a Virtual Assistant to take on the day-to-day tasks. From organising things to social media to uploading a podcast her Virtual Assistant Monique is on it! Leaving Amber confident that while she is delivering training, things are happening in her business in parallel. Amber had tried Vir…
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How the right VA can help you grow your coaching business
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I had the pleasure of speaking to Michelle Hext who supports high ticket coaches to launch and scale about how best to utilise Virtual Assistants. She explores what you can get them to do (so that you can go to market quicker) and how to avoid some of the common pitfalls. To learn more about Michelle go to coachingbusinessVA.com…
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Hiring a Virtual Assistant BEFORE starting a business
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Join me as I explore with Kristen Clarke, Founder of Design EDU how she has utilised her Virtual Assistant Monique to kick start her business. We explore LinkedIn marketing (using an effective approach that is not salesy), the triple-layered communication strategy that works and how having Monique there keeps Kristen on her toes in a good way. You …
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You've got questions, we've got answers. On this episode I am joined by my partner and fellow Digital Diva, Katie! Together we answer some of the most commonly asked questions about our courses, our coaching and of course our coming academy. If you haven't already, be sure to check out www.thedigitaldivas.org and if you have any questions for us, y…
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It’s so easy to view summer as one giant vacation or just count down the days until you can get back to business. You spend the whole summer feeling as if you aren’t really getting anywhere, personally or professionally, and it’s all a big waste. In this episode I discuss 3 very different ways you can OWN your summer. All unique in their approach. …
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Creating a Digital Marketing Strategy that WORKS!
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Big things are coming for The Digital Divas (https://www.thedigitaldivas.org/) and you won't want to miss it. Check out the website to join the waitlist to learn more about our new courses and modules coming very soon. What are your burning digital marketing questions? Do you have a follow up question about using AI for your business? A question ab…
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With more and more platforms offering AI, the buzz on both sides of the issue is growing. Is AI going to replace the need for digital marketers, copywriters, photographers, etc? Is it a good idea to use AI for your business marketing needs? How will AI impact the digital marketing landscape and more importantly, YOUR digital marketing presence? In …
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Andrew is a switched-on property guru with a good heart. He shares how his Virtual Assistant Lala has helped him get more creative and strategic, spend more time with loved ones AND increase revenue. He shares: -How he communicates with Lala -The specific things she does in the business -How he used to be skeptical about Virtual Assistants and is n…
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Do you ever find yourself as a business owner feeling stuck when it comes to your digital and online presence? You know that in this virtual world, it's not an option to ignore this area. But, you aren't quite sure HOW or WHAT to do with it. In this episode I share why our online presence is like the front door of our business. And just like a phys…
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Chris is kind and gentle AND a man on a mission. He does financial modelling for some VERY large property projects. What I love about this interview is that Chris gave some very specific examples of what his Virtual Assistant does for him. Including taking his calls when he jumps in the car after a sales call so that he can download them and his Vi…
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Garry is a marketing guru, but he wasn’t marketing his own business. But like the gardener that does not mow his own lawn. He just got bogged down working IN his business. So Garry decided to rectify this by getting support from a Virtual Assistant. Garry owns the strategy and Bev (his part-time Virtual Assistant) does the doing. Listen to hear exa…
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Been in business for 24 years...I should have got a VA sooner
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After being in business for 24 years, 6 months ago Nicole McClelland, Owner MS Planet, decided to get a Virtual Assistant. Hear about her experience to date. Spoiler alert…she wished she had done it sooner. Find out what her VA does for her to help her get more leads and to support the sales process. You can check out Nicole and the awesome work sh…
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Today, I wanted to share some news that I decided to take a break from podcasting for a little bit. I realized that I needed some time to recharge and to get reinspired. Mentioned in the Episode: Subscribe to My Weekly Newsletter for VAs >> https://desiretodone.com/newsletter My Website >> https://desiretodone.com Introvert VA Club >> https://intro…
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Do you feel like life is throwing curveballs your way and you're trying to figure out how to navigate them? Maybe you were ready to throw in the towel before the second quarter even began. In this episode, I am sharing how to make sense of changes in our lives and businesses. If you are ready to stay flexible, think outside the box, and take a leap…
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Mortgage broker with 3 Virtual Assistants (and how he used to be a non-believer)
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Tim Boyle, Founder of Finalytics Financial had tried getting offshore support in the past and decided it wasn’t for him. But with a growing business, he decided to try again. A year and 3 Virtual Assistants later he shares his journey including: -The key things he gets his Virtual assistants to do in his business (including how he can save his Aust…
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My Favorite Personality Tests for Introverted Virtual Assistants
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Building a business as an introvert can be confusing and overwhelming. Most business and marketing advice out there is based on extroverted personalities and can cause introverts to shut down and simply remain small. But introverts can thrive as entrepreneurs. The trick is creating a business that works with your strengths and desires. In this epis…
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How to Take it Slow and Grow During the Summer Season
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Do you ever feel like a business owner being pulled in multiple directions? Maybe you are struggling to find a balance between growing your business and being present with your family during the Summer break. In this episode, I am sharing five actionable steps to help you stay consistent and prepare for the summer season while cherishing the moment…
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7 Voices You Need (and 3 You Don’t!) in Your Entrepreneurial Journey
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Are you missing the social interaction and companionship you had while working in an office? Maybe you didn’t realize how the daily interactions benefitted your day-to-day productivity until you didn’t have them anymore. In this episode, I want to outline seven voices that you need on your entrepreneurial journey as well as the three voices that yo…
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Bypass Overwhelm, Avoidance & Dread: How To Get Back Into Alignment With Your Brand
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Do you feel like your business has gotten off track? Maybe you don’t realize you are off track in the mission of your business, but you know you are feeling drained and overwhelmed by your business and the work you are doing to serve others. In this episode, we will take a step back and evaluate if and why you are feeling out of alignment with your…
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Business Boundaries for Introverted Virtual Assistants
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Business boundaries are important for running your business smoothly, reserving your energy, reducing anxiety and stress, and mental health. Plus, they help you develop harmonious working relationships with your clients. If you don’t have clear policies, you risk the chance of working on days you don’t want to, working hours you don’t want to, and …
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Overcoming the Top 4 Challenges in Growing Your Career and Business
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Do you feel stressed out? Maybe you're experiencing some business challenges, dealing with a career shift, or feeling uninspired. This is a rewind episode, where I share the top four obstacles we encounter in the process of growing our career and business and how to move beyond these challenges. If you are ready to take the next step to grow in all…
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Does the word vacation scare you rather than excite you? Maybe you are a business owner like me who struggles to unplug from all the responsibilities on your lap and have your much-needed rest to recharge. This is a replay episode, where I talk about that dangerous belief of not being able to "check out" of business and how to normalize it to preve…
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10 Website Mistakes Virtual Assistants Make and How to Fix Them
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Your website is a powerful marketing tool that will help you find clients and make money. Done right, potential clients will want to learn more about your services. Done wrong, you risk your ideal client clicking away from your site, never to be seen again. There are common website mistakes that I see VAs make, and today I’m going to talk about 10 …
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Are you a people pleaser? Maybe you want to make people happy, but being always sorry (even for things you are not sorry for) is not the answer. Don't get confused, people pleasing is different from kindness. In this episode, I dive into the deep roots of people pleasing and share how to break the negative cycle of apologizing. If you find yourself…
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How to outsource LinkedIn without being a spammer
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Linkedin is hands down the most effective social media platform for B:B business, which is why I just love the opportunity to brush up on my LinkedIn strategy by talking to an expert. Jo Saunders- Australia’s LinkedIn Demystifier. was generous to share her insights around branding, content and most importantly (but often done poorly) networking. An…
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Making Presentation Design a Thriving Profession with Adrienne Johnston
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Are you allowing yourself to fail forward? Maybe you want to start an online business or already have one but are afraid to experience failure, so you are stuck. In this episode, Adrienne Johnston, a PowerPoint presentation designer, joins me to share how she uses her failures to create business opportunities to grow and design her way of life. Adr…
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Dealing With Imposter Syndrome as a Virtual Assistant
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I hear a lot of VAs talk about having imposter syndrome. They feel like they don’t know what they’re doing, that their skills aren’t good enough to charge money, or that they need to be an expert to help clients. It's a crippling feeling that can hold VAs back from launching and growing their business. Introverts are more prone to imposter syndrome…
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Serious question, are you taking care of yourself for real? Maybe you have taken an occasional bubble bath and vacation, but you know that you need to learn to invest in self-care on a deeper level. In this bonus episode, I share the ten most tangible ways I use (and you can, too!) to take care of yourself in this ever-evolving virtual world. So, i…
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Don't be a Doormat: Setting and HOLDING those boundaries
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Are you allowing yourself to be walked all over in your business? Maybe you feel like everyone is making demands of your time and instead of saying no, you find yourself trying to meet their expectations without much in return. In this episode, I share how you can still serve your clients while also respecting your own boundaries and time. If you a…
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I always love speaking to the energetic and adventurous Jo Saunders, Australia’s LinkedIn Demystifier. In this conversation, she shared with me that she had recently been diagnosed with ADHD and felt like her mind was in a fog. Getting a Virtual Assistant to support her in her business has been part of her strategy to get a clear mind and have the …
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My Most Asked Question, ANSWERED! (How to understand the value of your services and price them accordingly)
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Are you an entrepreneur trying to find the right price for your services? Maybe you know what you offer is valuable, but you just can’t put a dollar amount on your services. In this episode, I share the answer to my most asked question and how you can become more confident in pricing your services! If you are ready to start seeing the financial ben…
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Today’s episode is a round-up of my most popular podcast episodes of 2022. As I announce the winning episodes, I’ll also give behind-the-scenes tidbits about myself or the topic. Top 10 episodes playlist on YouTube >> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLax2G3BIMO9dz44x2c41fK0tGYrNz3msp Top 10 Episodes: #10 Overcoming the Fear of Putting Yoursel…
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Talks with Teresa: Knowing Your Trauma Triggers in Business
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Do you feel trapped in your workplace or business? Maybe you find yourself unable to concentrate, and your productivity is suffering amidst all the noise, expectations, and daily chaos that come with managing a career and running a business? In this episode, Teresa Glantz is back to shed some light on how our past traumas can trigger us in our care…
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Are you using Pinterest as part of your marketing strategy? If not, you should be, and in today's bonus episode - I'm giving you the inside scoop. Highlights from today: What is Pinterest support, and how it works (1:50) Pinterest is a massive search engine (3:47) Use Pinterest to grow your business (5:10) Value of Pinterest (6:42) Getting started …
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The most common question that we get asked is ‘What can a VA do?’. So today, Maureen & I thought we would flip that on the head and instead answer, what we still do for ourselves. Listen to get some ideas on what you can delegate (and what you need to keep).globalteams.com.au による
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Are you coasting with your business and taking it day by day? Maybe you aren’t the best manager of your time, but you are ready to grow your business and know this is a weakness you need to work on. In this episode, I share exactly what I do in Socially Inspired to manage my time wisely, gain trust from my clients and keep my team functioning smoot…
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Introvert VA Club: Roundup of New Content Released in 2022
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Today’s episode is a little different from my normal ones. Instead of sharing VA tips, I’ll be reviewing my membership, the Introvert VA Club. I’ll be going through everything we added in 2022 and giving a sneak peek at what’s coming right away in 2023! Mentioned in the Episode: Introvert VA Club >> https://introvertvaclub.com My VA, Becky Moffit >…
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