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Offshore is Over: Why the Smart Money is on Australian VAs and Freelancers
For years, small businesses who were looking for additional administrative, creative or technical support were often encouraged to use...
Ingrid Bayer
Jun 103 min read


Hard Truths & Hot Tips: What Every New VA Needs to Hear
Starting a VA business isn’t just about offering admin support – it’s about building something that serves your life, your goals, and...
Ingrid Bayer
Jun 102 min read


From Likes to Leads: The Art of Digital Networking
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,...
Ingrid Bayer
May 73 min read


‘Frankenstein’ Businesses: Why They Fail Fast
" Start before you're ready." It sounds empowering, doesn't it? And in some ways, it is. When you are up to your elbows in your own...
Ingrid Bayer
Apr 303 min read


Offshore Might Be Cheaper. Onshore Is Smarter!
At VA Institute , we have the privilege of changing people's lives every single day. We help everyday individuals just like you step away...
Ingrid Bayer
Apr 265 min read


Beware the 'Rookie Guru'
For those of us who care deeply about the future of the Virtual Assistant industry, this is something we can’t ignore. I’ve always...
Ingrid Bayer
Apr 44 min read


Ready to Grow Your VA Business? Start Showing Up in Person
Let’s talk about something that might make you a little uncomfortable: in-person networking. If you’re anything like most Virtual...
Ingrid Bayer
Apr 23 min read


Should VAs list their Rates on their Website? Read this FIRST!!!
Without a doubt, one of the most frequently debated topics among Virtual Assistants is this: “Should I list my service prices on my...
Ingrid Bayer
Mar 253 min read


You Are Ready - Even If You Don’t Feel It Yet
There’s a moment before every great leap - a pause, a hesitation, a whisper of doubt. "Am I good enough?" "What if I fail?" "What if...
Ingrid Bayer
Mar 153 min read


Conquering the Imposter Within
Imposter syndrome is a silent predator for business owners… a confidence killer that surreptitiously sneaks into the minds of even the...
Ingrid Bayer
Mar 53 min read
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