The Christian Business Advantage

In today's episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage podcast we talk about four systems that every business owner needs.  These systems will not only help you to streamline your business but will also give you peace of mind and security.   RELATED EPISODES: Helpful Tools for Streamlining Your Business Best Free Programs for the Virtual Assistant What is a Referral System?

Today's episode is at the request of one of the Virtual Assistants in my directory.  I openly and honestly share with you the mistakes I've made in my 13 years in business.  RELATED EPISODES: Dealing with Setbacks in Life and Business What to Do When You Wish You Could Press the Pause Button First Steps to Becoming a Virtual Assistant

In today's episode we are celebrating 1 year in business for The Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory and Matchmaking service.  As a party gift you can use coupon code Birthday to get $15 off Matchmaking Service or Virtual Assistant Vetting.   The topic for today's show is Why I Believe You Should Be an Eternal Student.  RELATED EPISODES: First Steps to Becoming a Vir...

In today's episode, we are talking about what it means to be a subcontractor and answering some of the most common questions people have about subbing.  I also share one of the resources available on my website called 300 Ways to VA, which you can find at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/beava. RELATED EPISODES: What Can Be Outsourced Is Your Potential Client Ready to Outsource? Benefits of W...

In today's episode we talk about the typical tasks that can be outsourced to a virtual assistant.  I share with you a ton of them from my list of 300 Ways to VA.  Also in today's episode I have special guest and Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant, Melissa Barnes with me as she shares how she got started as a VA as well as her best advice for someone who is just starting out. ...

In today's episode I share some of the questions that a potential client should consider before they hire a virtual assistant.  It is important for the virtual assistant to be aware of these questions and considerations every business owner should consider before hiring a Virtual Assistant.  RELATED EPISODES: What Can Be Outsourced What Does it Mean to be a Subcontractor? Benefits of Working...

In today's episode I am talking about the benefits of working with a Virtual Assistant.  So whether you are a business owner who is curious about why you should hire a VA or you are a Virtual Assistant who could use some ideas for marketing your business this episode is for you! I'd like to invite anyone who is considering hiring a Virtual Assistant to attend my upcoming free information...

In today's episode, Taneil Evans, a Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant and homeschooling mom of 2 joins me to share her story of how she became a Virtual Assistant.  This episode should encourage anyone who is on the fence about starting a virtual assistant business and anyone who is currently struggling in their business to not give up.  RELATED EPISODES: Work-Life Balance Dealin...

In this episode, I encourage you as you are thinking about the new year to reflect back on 2021, assess what has gone well and what you could improve and how to make plans as you move forward.  RELATED EPISODES: Types of Goals to Set Staying Accountable to Your goals What a VA Needs to Do When Setting Goals

In this week's episode I cover why it is important for a Virtual Assistant to ask for both feedback and referalls.  I also added a very  special segment where I am featuring a Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant.  If you are not familar with the Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory and Matchmaking Service then you definitely need to listen to this week's ep...

In today's episode I share with you ten of the reasons that I thankful for my Virtual Assistant business.  RELATED EPISODES: The 5 Biggest Mistakes I've Made in 13 Years of Business 13 Lessons Learned from 13 Years in Business Work-Life Balance

In today's episode, I talk about the importance of knowing the ROI, or Return on Investment of your time in the different areas of your business.  We also talk about how to take an inventory of your time and what to do if you are not getting a good return on your time currently.   In this episode, I also mention a couple of additions I will be making to the podcast in the next couple of month...

In today's episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage Podcast, we are talking about how to get paid.  We are all in business for at least one purpose and that is to make money.  So as a Virtual Assistant exactly how do you choose to get paid by your clients? RELATED EPISODES: Do You Know the ROI on Your Time? Choosing Your Virtual Assistant Niche & Services Budgeting for the Virtual Assis...

In today's episode i talk about what to do when you wish you could push the pause button.  This happens in both life and in business, but we will be talking specifically about business and how to get back to the play button.  RELATED EPISODES: Dealing with Setbacks in Life and Business Tips for Improving Your Mindset Qualities of a Successful Virtual Assistant

In Today's episode we talk about 5 reasons why excellent customer service is essential as well as a few ways that you can exemplify high-quality customer service in your Virtual Assistant business. RELATED EPISODES: Customer Service and the Virtual Assistant Qualities of a Successful Virtual Assistant Is Becoming a VA Right for You?

In today's episode, I share a little bit of real life and tips for dealing with setbacks in your life and business.  We must push forward even when we run into obstacles.  Today's tips will help you to do so. RELATED EPISODES: The 5 Biggest Mistakes I've Made in 13 Years of Business 13 Lessons Learned from 13 Years in Business Be an Eternal Student

In today's episode, I share with you thirteen lessons that I have learned from my thirteen years in business in honor of my business birthday on Monday.  RELATED EPISODES: Favorite Business Books for the Virtual Assistant Keys to Success Be an Eternal Student

In today's episode, we talk about why a virtual assistant needs a lead magnet.  I share with you the top 4 reasons I believe they are important to have as a VA.  RELATED EPISODES: 3 Reasons You Should Track Your Leads 3 Important Reasons Email Marketing is Effective What is a Referral System?

In today's episode, we talk about 7 tips for creating a newbie nurture series.  If you are unsure of what this even is then you definitely want to listen to today's episode.  Building and nurturing relationships through an email list is an important aspect of a successful business.   I also mention my Christian  Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory. If you are interested in joi...

Today's episode is a really great one for newbies, however, if you are an established or struggling virtual assistant, don't leave me quite yet.  I believe that this episode will provide some valuable information to you as well.  In this episode, I cover the first steps to becoming a virtual assistant, but I also give out some awesome resources including my 300 Ways to VA document that y...

In this episode, we cover 3 proven strategies for getting virtual assistant clients.  Getting clients is not as hard as some people think.  In fact, due to needing a place to refer potential clients to I formed the Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory to connect Christian Business owners, Ministry Leaders, and Bloggers with Christian Virtual Assistants.  Virtual Assistants can...

In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage I share with you where I messed up in the early days of my Virtual Assistant business and what I believe the keys to success in business are.  There are 4 areas where I believe being consistent is key.  RELATED EPISODES: Staying Accountable to Your goals Qualities of a Successful Virtual Assistant Be Willing to Invest in Your Business

On this episode of The Virtual Assistant Advantage, we are talking about work-life balance.  I share with you my best tips for achieving work-life balance as a virtual assistant.  RELATED EPISODES: Balancing Work & the Busy-ness of the Holiday Season Structuring and Scheduling a Day in the Life of a Virtual Assistant What a VA Needs to Do When Setting Goals

In this episode, we are covering one of the most frequently asked questions I receive from new virtual assistants, "How much should I charge?"  I share with you three different possibilities or ways of charging that you can apply to your business.  RELATED EPISODES: Budgeting for the Virtual Assistant How to Get Paid as a Virtual Assistant Do You Know the ROI on Your Time?

In this episode, I share my top 3 favorite business books that I feel are helpful to Christian virtual assistants.  In addition, I also share the 3 books that are in my to be read list currently.  You will be able to find links to the books in the show notes on my website.  RELATED EPISODES: 13 Lessons Learned from 13 Years in Business Be Willing to Invest in Your Business Keys to Success