know your value

Podcast: Virtual Assistants, Don’t Work For Free

Today’s Quote: I don’t just sing for free. It’s my work. You’re paid for what you do. And I work hard. – Celine Dion Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I am going to talk about why VAs don’t work for free. This episode is for VAs and business owners alike – and it’s just the simplest concept ever. When someone does work, they should get paid for it. 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: This week I saw a post in a… Read More »Podcast: Virtual Assistants, Don’t Work For Free

Why Do Your Clients Choose You As Their Virtual Assistant?

I was reading a chapter in Blue Ocean Shift the other day that gave me pause to really think about what I am bringing to my clients. What makes me different than my competitors, and why people should choose to work with me, instead of another Virtual Assistant. Have you ever done this exercise for your VA business? Do you know why your clients work with you? Or if you don’t have clients yet, do you know why someone SHOULD work with you over someone else? If you haven’t stopped to think about this yet, I highly recommend that you do. As VAs, your own value can be a very tough thing to see in yourself. First, we are new to the industry and seemingly… Read More »Why Do Your Clients Choose You As Their Virtual Assistant?

Virtual Assistant Rate Setting: Find Your Value

So last week’s article got a lot of great feedback – we talked in that article about how to start looking at packaged and project rates for your business. I’m pleased to continue with the discussion! There is often so much confusion around how to charge clients when you are providing them with a service. It can be a difficult decision – especially if you haven’t been in business all that long. And if you have been a service provider for a while, it can be difficult to change your rate structure. The key to your continued success, is for you to recognize your own value. As you master certain skills in your business, you become a specialized expert, whether… Read More »Virtual Assistant Rate Setting: Find Your Value