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There has to be more than this... and guess what - there is!
There’s a quiet shift happening. Women and men… brilliant, capable, deeply thoughtful individuals… are waking up to a truth that...
Ingrid Bayer
Jun 24, 20252 min read


Superannuation & VAs: What Nobody Else Is In The Australian VA Industry Is Talking About
There’s a quiet legal shift underway in Australia – and for our home-grown VA industry, it’s time to sit up and take notice. For years,...
Ingrid Bayer
Jun 16, 20254 min read


The Not-So-Secret Diary of a Self-Employed Woman – With Cats, Chickens and Zero Regrets
…aka: The Uncomplicated Life and Times of a Woman Who Just Wanted to Be Left Alone to Build a Life She Loves Have you ever wondered what...
Ingrid Bayer
Jun 13, 20253 min read


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 10, 20253 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 10, 20252 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 7, 20253 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 30, 20253 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 26, 20255 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 4, 20254 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 2, 20253 min read
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