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Podcast: Is Being a Virtual Assistant Right For You?

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. I’ve got a very special episode for you today especially if you are just trying to figure out whether the VA industry is the place for you. Today’s Quote: “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” – Martin Luther King Jr. 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’re talking about whether becoming a virtual assistant is actually the right fit for you. I’ve had so many conversations with brand new… Read More »Podcast: Is Being a Virtual Assistant Right For You?

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Podcast: Starting Your VA Business While Working Full-Time

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about getting your VA business started while you are still working full-time. Today’s Quote: “Don’t wait. The time will never be just right.” – Napoleon Hill 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’re talking about something that I know so many of you are dealing with right now: how to start your virtual assistant business while you’re still working a full-time job. This is a very common question I get from… Read More »Podcast: Starting Your VA Business While Working Full-Time

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Podcast: Stop Waiting and Start Being A Ridiculously Good 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 the idea of waiting – and more specifically, why you need to stop doing it if you want to grow your VA business. 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: What is the illusion that readiness creates? Let’s get something clear right from the start: “Feeling ready” is a myth. It’s not… Read More »Podcast: Stop Waiting and Start Being A Ridiculously Good Virtual Assistant

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Podcast: How to Become 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 how to become a virtual assistant. Today’s Quote: It’s not about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen. – Scott Belskey 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: Starting a VA business is pretty simple. It’s a service business, so there isn’t a lot of startup cost involved – I always say if you have a contract and a way for your clients to pay you, you can start taking on clients. Of course… Read More »Podcast: How to Become a Virtual Assistant

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Podcast: 20 Questions About Starting a Virtual Assistant Business (FAQ)

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to answer the most frequently asked questions that I get from women who want to start their own VA business. Today’s Quote: The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. – Walt Disney 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: There are a lot of questions I answer on a regular basis – over and over and over again. So hopefully this episode will serve as an FAQ for those of you… Read More »Podcast: 20 Questions About Starting a Virtual Assistant Business (FAQ)

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Podcast: Starting a Virtual Assistant Business on a Shoestring Budget

Today we are going to talk about starting your VA business on a shoestring budget. Well …. more like what you can do on a budget and what you can’t. Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today’s Quote: A business without a path to profit isn’t a business, it’s a hobby. – Jason Fried (Basecamp) 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: Starting a service business like your VA business is relatively easy, because there isn’t a lot of startup, but let’s see how much… Read More »Podcast: Starting a Virtual Assistant Business on a Shoestring Budget

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Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone

The magic happens outside your comfort zone. But many Virtual Assistants choose to stay well within their comfort zone because it feels better. Doing things that we don’t feel comfortable doing is hard. Maybe it causes us anxiety. Maybe we feel unsure or lack confidence. Maybe we are afraid to make a mistake. But when we do the same things every day, we get the same results. In order for our business to grow – and for us to grow as a  business owner, we need to push ourselves. When you feel like there is something that you really want – that’s your sign that it’s time to get moving. So what do we have to do to get out… Read More »Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone

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3 Challenges to Being a Virtual Assistant (and how to fix them!)

Running a business is challenging, and a VA business is no different. If you are struggling, it’s normal. There are a lot of challenges that a VA can face, without realizing that they are even struggling. Here are three big ones (and how to fix them!) 1. Loneliness Working by yourself is so appealing when you first start out. No distractions, no interruptions, no one else making decisions except you. It’s pure bliss! But soon enough, the solitude can really weigh on you. It doesn’t happen for everyone, but it’s very common, and if you are experiencing loneliness, know that it’s perfectly normal. But you do have to get out of it! How to fix it: Find a trusted small… Read More »3 Challenges to Being a Virtual Assistant (and how to fix them!)

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