Podcast: Be Your Own First Virtual Assistant Client

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today I want to talk about being your own first VA client. Today’s Quote: Some things cannot be taught; they must be experienced. You never learn the most valuable lessons in life until you go through your […]

Podcast: Dealing with Last Minute and Rush Work Requests

Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are talking about clients who constantly look for last minute, same day and rush work! Today’s Quote: When you’re proactive about setting boundaries, you avoid things like burnout and unhappy clients. – Tonia Kendrick Click […]

7 Communication Tips to Make You a Better VA

Do you think of yourself as a good communicator? To work virtually like we all do as VAs, communication is one of the most important skills you should build. I often get asked what the most important skill is for a Virtual Assistant to have. Hands down I would say good communication skills – actually […]

How to Onboard Clients (the Right Way!)

First impressions matter, in every relationship – but especially in business. When a client has paid you money or agreed to work with you, their expectations kick into gear immediately. If you aren’t providing a great first impression, you could be losing a bit of your client’s trust before you even start working together. Have […]

Are You Using Your Outside Voice?

Recently I was having a conversation with a mentoring student about communicating with clients. She is a relatively new Virtual Assistant, and she is still a bit timid around clients. It’s a stage that all new VAs go through – not really having that confidence that you know the right things to say around a […]