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Podcast: Communicate Well to Stand Out from the VA Crowd

Today’s Quote: It’s simple … go the extra mile and you will stand out from the crowd. – Robin Crow Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are going to talk about communicating well to stand out from the crowd. Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:   Connect with Tracey D’Aviero, VA Coach and Trainer         Episode Notes: A lot of people don’t understand the importance of good communication – especially in the Virtual Assistant industry. With most of our clients, we work virtually – so written communication is something that must be exceptional, in… Read More »Podcast: Communicate Well to Stand Out from the VA Crowd

Podcast: A Simple Marketing Plan for VAs That Works

Today’s Quote: Success with digital marketing is the result of sound strategy, not perfectly executed tactics. – Phil Frost Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are going to talk about marketing and making a simple plan that works for you. And why that’s probably not what you think it is. Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:   Connect with Tracey D’Aviero, VA Coach and Trainer         Episode Notes: First things first, what is marketing? Marketing is about creating digital communication that helps VA clients get to know you and move towards working with you,… Read More »Podcast: A Simple Marketing Plan for VAs That Works

Podcast: Create Content That Stands Out From Daily Actions and Interactions

Today’s Quote: Social media is here. It’s not going away; not a passing fad. Be where your customers are: social media. – Lori Ruff Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are going to talk about creating content that stands out – from your daily actions and interactions. Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:   Connect with Tracey D’Aviero, VA Coach and Trainer         Episode Notes: So everything is content. What do I mean by that? Well, a lot of VAs tell me that they don’t know what to post about, so it mostly comes… Read More »Podcast: Create Content That Stands Out From Daily Actions and Interactions

Is It Time to Raise Your Virtual Assistant Rates?

If you are wondering if it’s time to raise your Virtual Assistant rates, then it’s probably time. Raising your rates is a natural step in any business – and if you don’t have a plan in place to do it regularly, you should put one in place now. How do you know if it’s time to raise your rates? Well, if you are thinking about it for any reason, then you probably know it’s time. But here are a few reasons that you should be thinking about it: If you have worked with a client for a period of one year and have not increased their rate If you have started providing newer or higher-level services through experience and training… Read More »Is It Time to Raise Your Virtual Assistant Rates?

Podcast: Preparing To Take Time Off From Your VA Business

Today’s Quote: One of the most tragic things I know about human nature is that all of us tend to put off living. – Dale Carnegie Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are going to talk about how to take time off in your business. Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:   Connect with Tracey D’Aviero, VA Coach and Trainer         Episode Notes: Today we are going to talk about how to take time off in your business.  Time off. Time to recharge your batteries, get some rest, get some personal time in, get… Read More »Podcast: Preparing To Take Time Off From Your VA Business

Podcast: Marketing Your VA Business Without Breaking Self Promotion Rules

Today’s Quote: Your true value is determined by how much more you give in value that you take in payment. – Bob Burg Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are going to talk about self promotion and how it confuses and frustrates new VAs. Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:   Connect with Tracey D’Aviero, VA Coach and Trainer         Episode Notes: What is self promotion? Basically it’s showcasing yourself and your business to an audience of people in a group somewhere. When that forum or group is owned by someone else, self promotion… Read More »Podcast: Marketing Your VA Business Without Breaking Self Promotion Rules

Business Lessons from the Demolition Derby

Recently, we went to the demolition derby at our local fair. It was crazy. So many cars strategically smashing into others so they could be the winner of their heat and go on to the finals. Watching them, I saw their strategies, the split second decisions they made, and the actions they took, as they tried to be the last man standing. It was fun, and fascinating. This is my cousin’s car before the finals (he placed 3rd out of more than 30 derby cars). It was pretty new looking when he arrived. (before pic courtesy of RW Tomlinson) He beat his car (and his body) up, but he came third! Many other cars had to be carried out of… Read More »Business Lessons from the Demolition Derby

Podcast: Struggles Business Owners Face and How VAs Help Them

Today’s Quote: Focus on your strengths … Delegate your weaknesses. – Kim Garst Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are going to talk about how VAs help their clients. If you’re not sure why a client should hire you – be prepared to take some notes today! Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:   Connect with Tracey D’Aviero, VA Coach and Trainer         Episode Notes: The reason that VAs exist is to help business owners get things done. In a nutshell anyway. But why do they need help to begin with? What moves a… Read More »Podcast: Struggles Business Owners Face and How VAs Help Them