Let’s clear something up… finding clients is not a passive activity. It never has been , and anyone telling you otherwise is either very lucky , very new , or selling you something .   Before you even think about “ putting yourself out there ”, your virtual ducks must be in a nice neat row. Not Instagram-perfect ducks… real business ducks.   You need to know what you actually offer. Not a vague “ I can help with admin ”. Be crystal clear . That might be a defined industry ni

It’s time to call something out that’s been getting up my virtual nose lately.   I’m seeing more and more people launch Virtual Assistant businesses without the faintest clue about how to actually run  a business. I don’t say that to be harsh… I say it because it’s true. And to be totally honest with you, it’s really starting to worry me.   We’ve got people setting up “businesses” who don’t know what services they’re offering, have no concept of who their ideal client might b

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Let’s talk about the thing no one ever wants to talk about… mental health, burnout and workplace bullying.   For too long, we’ve danced...

There’s a quiet shift happening.   Women and men… brilliant, capable, deeply thoughtful individuals… are waking up to a truth that...

Last month we talked about In-Person Networking , and how it's a valuable tool that you can use to build your VA business.  This month,...

Let’s talk about something that might make you a little uncomfortable: in-person networking. If you’re anything like most Virtual...

In the ever-evolving Virtual Assistant Industry, the pursuit of knowledge is not just a necessity; it's a superpower. Lifelong learning,...

No matter what business you are in, the art of finding clients is key to your success. At VA Institute, we understand the importance of...

Let’s face it… starting your own business is super exciting. I remember the feeling only too well. That rush of adrenaline when, after...

Networking… we’ve all heard people postulate about the importance of it, and honestly, I understand if your eyes start to glaze over...

When Ingrid told me she was going to put together a Summit, especially for VAs - with content we wanted to hear - I knew I had to be there.