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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

Podcast: Stop Struggling With Goal Setting in Your VA Business

Today’s Quote: Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible. Tony Robbins Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. In this episode, we will talk about how to fix your issues with goal setting. 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: It is so common for Virtual Assistants to avoid or not focus on goal setting in their business – and then wonder why they are struggling. It’s probably true for many types of businesses, but I think it’s true for… Read More »Podcast: Stop Struggling With Goal Setting in Your VA Business

How to Research Good Networking Connections

To make great connections networking for your VA business, all it takes is a little bit of strategy. It’s not about the quantity of connections, it’s about the quality. One of the best things you can add into your networking strategy is research. Researching the people you want to connect with helps you identify what you can talk to them about, learn more about them, and build more quality connections. Now I’m not talking about doing a large research project on everyone you want to connect with. This research is a quick checklist/system that you can use to learn a little bit about the connections you want to make. Don’t make connections just for the sake of making a connection.… Read More »How to Research Good Networking Connections

Podcast: Create a Simple Business Plan For Your VA Business

Today’s Quote: Failing to plan is planning to fail – Benjamin Franklin Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to be a ridiculously good virtual assistant. In this episode, we will talk about creating a simple business plan. It may sound daunting but it really helps you get organized with what you want your VA business to be. 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: Do you really need a business plan for your Virtual Assistant business?Short answer, yes. To succeed in your business, you have to have a plan.And it starts with… Read More »Podcast: Create a Simple Business Plan For Your VA Business

Podcast: What Makes a Ridiculously Good Virtual Assistant

Today’s Quote: When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too. Paolo Coelho Welcome to another episode of the podcast that teaches you how to becomes ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are going to talk about what exactly a ridiculously good Virtual Assistant is. I’m sure you are wondering what MY bar is for VAs – and it’s high. When you are charging for a service you want to be the best you can be. In this episode, I’ll share 10 tips that I think every VA should strive for, to become ridiculously good at what they do. Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:… Read More »Podcast: What Makes a Ridiculously Good Virtual Assistant

Podcast: Brilliant Business Communication for Virtual Assistants

Today’s Quote: The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place. – George Bernard Shaw I love this quote because communication is two way between two people who probably both think that they are being clear. But it’s not always the case. Welcome to the second episode of the podcast that teaches you to become a ridiculously good virtual assistant. Today we are going to talk about communication. When you work virtually, being brilliant at business communication is absolutely essential. In this episode we will talk about Brilliant Business Communication for Virtual Assistants. Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:   Connect with Tracey D’Aviero, VA Coach… Read More »Podcast: Brilliant Business Communication for Virtual Assistants

Podcast: How To Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Today’s Quote: A comfort zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there. – John Assaraf Welcome to the first episode of my podcast ‘The Ridiculously Good VA Show’ where I’ll teach you how to become a ridiculously good virtual assistant. I wanted to start the podcast with an episode on mindset because it’s so important – especially when we are starting something new. When we are doing things we have never done before, there can be much uncertainty. In this episode we will talk about How to Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone. Click the play button above to tune in, or choose your favourite podcast player below:   Connect with Tracey D’Aviero, VA Coach and Trainer  … Read More »Podcast: How To Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone

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!)