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Podcast: Simple Marketing Tips That Actually Work For VAs

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about marketing – and why it’s not as hard as you think. Today’s Quote: “Doing business without marketing is like winking at someone in the dark. You know what you are doing, but nobody else does.” – Steuart Henderson Britt 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: If you’ve been avoiding marketing because it feels intimidating, time-consuming, or like you have to become this whole other person just to “sell yourself,” this episode… Read More »Podcast: Simple Marketing Tips That Actually Work For VAs

Podcast: Mistakes VAs Make: Avoiding Networking

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about another mistake that VAs make – it’s a biggie. Avoiding networking because they think they don’t need it. Today’s Quote: “Your network is your net worth.” – Porter Gale 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: Let’s talk about a mistake that I see far too many virtual assistants making. This mistake can significantly slow down your business growth and keep you stuck working with the wrong clients, bad clients, or even… Read More »Podcast: Mistakes VAs Make: Avoiding Networking

Podcast: Interview with Rik Yapp from Kirmada (Software for VAs)

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are talking with Rik Yapp from Kirmada, about their all in one solution for VAs to run their business. Today’s Quote:  Organizing is what you do before you do something, so that when you do it, it is not all mixed up.  – A. A. Milne 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: In this episode we talk to Rik Yapp from Kirmada, a software created just for virtual assistants to run their business better.  Rik and his partner… Read More »Podcast: Interview with Rik Yapp from Kirmada (Software for VAs)

Podcast: Mistakes VAs Make: Not Clearly Defining Your Services

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about another mistake that VAs often make with their businesses – and that’s not defining their services clearly. Today’s Quote: “The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do.” – Michael Porter 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: We are back with another mistake that Virtual Assistants make. This one often happens in the early days, but honestly, sometimes even years into their business. It’s not defining their services clearly. And… Read More »Podcast: Mistakes VAs Make: Not Clearly Defining Your Services

Podcast: Mistakes VAs Make: Waiting For Everything To Be Perfect

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about perfection. Not achieving it, but letting it hold you back. Today’s Quote: “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” – Zig Ziglar 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: One of the biggest mistakes I see virtual assistants make (and something I’ve also wrestled with in my own business) is waiting until everything is perfect before taking action. Now let’s be clear right… Read More »Podcast: Mistakes VAs Make: Waiting For Everything To Be Perfect

Podcast: Mistakes VAs Make: Treating Discovery Calls Like Interviews

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about your mindset around selling your VA services. Today’s Quote: “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford 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: Mindset isn’t just some fluffy concept reserved for self-help books and vision boards. It’s the foundation of your business. Your beliefs, your self-talk, your expectations. These are the things that shape your actions every single day. And in turn, those actions determine… Read More »Podcast: Mistakes VAs Make: Treating Discovery Calls Like Interviews

Podcast: Website Essentials For a Virtual Assistant

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about your website. Today’s Quote: “Your website is the window to your business. Keep it clean, clear, and open.” – Paul Cookson 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: I want to get back to basics a bit today and talk about your virtual assistant website. Whether you have just started your business, are just getting your website together, or have been around a while and want to update yours, in this episode… Read More »Podcast: Website Essentials For a Virtual Assistant

Podcast: The Secret to Standing Out as a VA in a Crowded Market

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about standing out in what might feel like a crowded market of other virtual assistants. Today’s Quote: “In a crowded marketplace, fitting in is failing. In a busy marketplace, not standing out is the same as being invisible.” – Seth Godin 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: You’re a Virtual Assistant. You’ve invested time, energy, and money into your business. But here’s the reality: The VA market feels crowded. It feels competitive.… Read More »Podcast: The Secret to Standing Out as a VA in a Crowded Market