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Building a Thriving Virtual Assistant Business: Beyond the Basics
Embarking on your Virtual Assistant (VA) journey is exhilarating, but true success demands more than just enthusiasm—it requires a solid...
Ingrid Bayer
Mar 4, 20242 min read


Essential Risk Mitigation Strategies for Virtual Assistants
In the ever-evolving world of Virtual Assistance – just as in any business – being prepared for the unexpected is not just wise, it's...
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Mar 1, 20242 min read


Mastering the Art of Finding Clients: Essential Strategies for Virtual Assistants
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...
Ingrid Bayer
Feb 1, 20243 min read


Turning Aspirations into Achievements in 2024
As we step over the threshold of 2024 and into a bright and shiny new year, it’s a great opportunity to spend time focusing in on your...
Ingrid Bayer
Jan 2, 20243 min read


Mastering the Art of Exceptional Customer Service in a Virtual World
For anyone running an online or virtual service-based business, one of the key ingredients to achieving success often boils down to...
Ingrid Bayer
Nov 17, 20232 min read


Do you trust yourself enough to let go?
When I began my VA journey in 2008, I took what I would call a moderately low-risk approach where I ‘dipped my toes in the water’ (so to...
Ingrid Bayer
Nov 1, 20232 min read


What's your Mindset?
Want to know the biggest challenge most of us face when starting up a VA business? When moving from employee to business owner, by far...
Ingrid Bayer
Oct 17, 20232 min read


Stop Talking and Start Listening
I always say that communication – GREAT communication – is the ‘alpha and omega’ of a successful business. In online or remote delivery...
Ingrid Bayer
Feb 2, 20232 min read


To Niche or not to Niche... that is the question
I’ve spoken with countless VAs pre-launch who feel they’ve failed before they’ve even started simply because they do not have a niche. ...
Ingrid Bayer
Jan 20, 20233 min read


Do I REALLY need a Website?
I cannot tell you the number of times I’ve been asked why a business such as a VA or Freelancer needs a website… after all, isn’t an...
Ingrid Bayer
Jan 6, 20233 min read
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