Life Virtually

In this final episode of the season, we’re diving into the crucial steps you can take to set your business up for success as we head into Q4, the busiest time of the year for Online Service Providers! As we approach the last quarter of the year, it’s time to focus on setting your business up for success in Q4 and beyond. It’s the perfect time to get intentional about how you want to end the year!...

In this episode of Life Virtually, we’re thrilled to welcome Sharon Sheppard, your go to Google Workspace Guide!  As Online Service Providers, we rely on a suite of tools to keep our businesses running smoothly, but are we truly maximising their potential?  In this episode, Sharon shares actionable strategies to help you supercharge your Google Workspace, making it work even better for you and you...

Welcome back to Life Virtually! Back after a summer break, we’re diving into a crucial topic for Online Service Providers - setting and maintaining boundaries.  This episode is packed with practical tips to help you protect your time, energy, and business. Tune in as we explore:  How boundaries prevent burnout and improve productivity. How clear boundaries lead to stronger client relationships and...

Welcome back to Life Virtually, the podcast for Online Service Providers! This week, we’re thrilled to have Michelle Ryan join us to discuss a crucial aspect of your business that often gets overlooked - finding your unique tone of voice. Michelle is a Copywriter, Content Writer and Founder of Ryan Virtual. Tune in to this episode to gain practical tips and deep insights from Michelle Ryan on craf...

Welcome back to Life Virtually, the podcast for Online Service Providers! In this episode, we’re diving into the transformative power of video content for your online service business. Video content is more than just a trend—it's a powerful tool that can significantly boost your trust and credibility. We'll explore why video is so impactful, share compelling stories and data to back this u...

Welcome back to Life Virtually, the podcast for Online Service Providers! In this week's episode, we’re delving into the rollercoaster that business growth can be with a fabulous guest. Danielle Thompson is an Online Business Manager and founder of Spinning Plates Business Support Services. Sometimes business can feel like a rollercoaster ride. Especially when you’re in a growth phase! Unfortu...

Welcome back to a special episode of Life Virtually, the podcast for Online Service Providers! This week, we’re talking about a timely topic - Navigating the summer season as an online service provider. At the start of the episode, Ellie celebrates reaching the 50th episode milestone of Life Virtually and shares an encouraging pep talk. We then delve into how Summer can be a strange time for our b...

Welcome back to Life Virtually, the podcast for Online Service Providers! In this episode, Ellie is joined by Cat Tobin, owner of a Creative Agency and co-founder of the Society of Virtual Assistants Ireland (SVAI), to dive into the world of business awards! Cat and Ellie share their insights as founders of the SVAI Awards and discuss entering business awards in general, covering: Why You Should E...

Welcome back to Life Virtually, the podcast for Online Service Providers! In the first episode of the season, we’re diving deep into a critical discussion - The clash between hustle culture and the idea that you can achieve success with minimal effort! Join Ellie as we discuss:  How these polarising views have led to an unhelpful "all or nothing" mentality in the online business world. W...

It’s the season finale of Life Virtually and in this episode, we’re getting into it all! It’s a hotly debated topic in business that many have different opinions on. Some will recommend working for free in exchange of things like a testimonial or help with market research. Then others are utterly against that notion!! The thing is though, as an Online Service Provider, there are ways you could fin...

Welcome back to Life Virtually! One of the biggest perks of running an Online Service Business is the flexibility it offers. You can operate it from virtually any location! So in this week's episode, we're diving into navigating business moves. Joining us today is Sarah Whelan, a Social Media Strategist, Coach, Mentor, and the founder of Socials by Sarah. Nearly a year ago, Sarah and her f...

Welcome back to Life Virtually! In this weeks episode we’re talking about the symptoms you might experience, as an Online Service Provider, when your business is growing. Join Ellie to discuss the signs that mean you’re experiencing growing pains in your business and how to manage them too.  At the top of the episode Ellie touches the proposed ban of TikTok in the US, what that teaches us about un...

In this week's episode of Life Virtually we're delving into Networking to benefit your business! At the top of the episode Ellie updates you on what's been happening in her world including a very exciting podcast announcement. We then delve into networking to bring opportunity to your business vs. networking to find a supportive community. Ellie is sharing her experience and insight wi...

In this week's episode of Life Virtually, Ellie is joined by a fantastic Online Service Provider who's sharing her business journey with us! Danielle is an Online Business Manager and founder of Spinning Plates Business Support Services. She is a veteran to the Online Service Industry celebrating her 10th business birthday this year and has so much to share from her time in business! Tune...

This week on Life Virtually we’re discussing red flags!  Self employment and running a business comes with various challenges. One minute you could be flying high and then the next, dealing with unexpected problems that can arise with Clients.  So this week Ellie's addressing some things that Clients should NEVER do, red flags that should set off serious alarm bells within every Online Service...

In this week’s episode of Life Virtually, Ellie is joined by a fantastic Online Service Provider who’s sharing her business journey with us!  Victoria is a Digital Marketing Strategist and founder of The Virtual Collab. In January 2022 she started her business as a general Virtual Assistant and things have evolved so much since then!  Tune in to discover: How specialising her services changed the...

In this episode of Life Virtually, Ellie is delving into what it takes to pivot your business, two years on since she made a big pivot herself! Every Online Service Provider will decide to make changes and pivot their business at some point or another.  Whether it be becoming more specialised in your services, for example a general Virtual Assistant might decide to pivot and specialise as a Social...

This week on Life Virtually, Ellie is delving into an important yet icky topic. Dealing with Copycats in business!  Whilst the Online Service Industry is overall an encouraging & supportive place, many Online Service Providers have had to deal with fellow OSP’s copying their content, ideas, offers and so much more.  It’s something that every business owner needs to be aware of and so, in this...

Welcome back Life Virtually! In the first episode of 2024 we're delving into how you can work smarter this year to benefit to both your business and your life. At the top of the episode Ellie updates you on what’s been happening in her world including a shift that she’s noticed in the Online Service Industry since the new year. Then, we delve into learning more about yourself in order to to be...

Join Ellie in the first episode of Life Virtually - The Summer Session, as she explores the unique challenges faced by the Online Service industry during the summer months. Discover why business tends to slow down, service enquiries decrease and social media engagement takes a dip. In this episode Ellie also reveals the massive opportunities hidden within this seasonal shift and provides valuable...

In this episode of Life Virtually we're delving into the key trends that emerged in the Online Service Industry this year along with lessons learned. Join Ellie to discover the trends that have made a comeback and the new ones that we'll be bringing into 2024! From social media trends, service offerings and how the cost of living crisis is affecting those to community and how in person wor...

Welcome back to Life Virtually! In this episode Ellie sits down with an incredible Online Service Provider who's ready to spill the beans on her journey this past year, offering you a dose of inspiration as you gear up for 2024. We're joined by the brilliant Emily Pollard, Owner of Virtual Emily UK, who is taking us on a journey through her business evolution in 2023, sharing invaluable in...

In this episode of Life Virtually we're talking about something that's even more important than goal setting - taking the lessons that you've learned in your business in 2023 to shape your approach going into 2024! At the top of the episode Ellie shares some common themes that she's noticed in her conversations with Online Service Providers recently. We then delve into the process...

In this episode of Life Virtually, we're joined by a guest expert to talk all things financial in your business! At the top of the episode Ellie discusses an eye opening experience that she had this week and how she's noticed some online service businesses closing since the pandemic has ended. We are then joined by Edel Hayes, founder of Accelerating Accounting, to talk wrapping up your fi...

In this episode of Life Virtually we are discussing why you should be sharing social proof in your marketing and how to gather it ahead of the new year! At the top of the episode Ellie shares her experience of attending Web Summit in Lisbon last week and why getting out of the home office is incredibly important to spark your creativity as an Online Service Provider. We then delve into why sharing...