The Ridiculously Good Virtual Assistant Show

Today we are talking about something that you will no doubt encounter at some time, in some form in your VA business: the messy client. To be clear, a messy client is not a bad person - or even a bad business person. They are not "wrong" or impossible. But they are a client who brings a level of disorganization, inconsistency, or emotional overwhelm into your working relationship. And that can qui...

Today we are talking about something really important when it comes to getting clients... Conversations. A lot of VAs I talk to think getting clients is about posting endlessly on social media, or obsessing over your website, or redesigning your Canva graphics for the fifteenth time. But it's the conversations you are having - or probably avoiding - that are often the biggest factor in whether cli...

Today we're talking about something that might sound a little fancy, maybe a little corporate … but honestly it's one of the simplest things you can do to feel more organized, more confident, and more in control in your VA business. I'm talking about creating a simple weekly CEO routine. Now before you tune out because you think this means color-coded spreadsheets, complicated planning systems, or...

Today we are talking about something that I het a lot of VAs don't even think is a problem. That is, staying stuck at low rates. I'm not talking about VAs who are getting started. A lot of us started with rates lower than we should have. (If this is you, sign up for my $97 Getting Started as a VA self study program to get the right foundations under your business right now!) When you are in that a...

If you are not getting inquiries about your VA services, it's usually not because you're not good at what you do. I mean, for sure that's not the reason. It's because of how you're talking about what you do. And I want to be really clear here. This is not about becoming a better salesperson in a pushy, uncomfortable way. This is about clarity. This is about confidence. And this is about making it...

Today we're talking about something that I see all the time with virtual assistants, especially once you're past that very beginning stage. You're working. You're showing up. You've maybe had some clients, or you even have clients right now. But your business feels scattered. A little all over the place. A little unclear. Like you're doing a lot, but not really building anything solid. You're feel...

Speaking is one of the most powerful ways to tell your story, share your expertise, and connect with potential clients in a way that written content just can't always do. When I say speaking, I don't just mean getting on a big stage in front of hundreds of people. I'm talking about all forms of speaking. Small workshops. Guest trainings. Podcast interviews. Networking events. Even showing up live...

Today we're bringing everything together from the last couple of episodes. You've been thinking about why your business isn't growing the way you expected. Hopefully you've started to see how important it is to have a plan instead of just trying things and hoping something works. But there's another layer to this that might be quietly slowing you down, and it's something I want you to really see c...

Today we're continuing the conversation around what actually helps your VA business grow. In the last episode, we talked about why your business might not be growing right now, even if you're putting in the effort. And one of the things I touched on was the idea that a lot of VAs are busy… but not necessarily moving forward. So today, I want to go deeper into that, because there's a specific reaso...

Today, we're talking about whether becoming a virtual assistant is actually the right fit for you. If you are here listening it is probably because you are teying to figure outbwhether becoming a virtual assistant is the right decision for you. Because the truth is, it's an incredible opportunity, but it's not for everyone. And my goal today is to give you the clarity you need to decide. There are...

In today's episode I want to talk about something that I know so many of you are experiencing right now. You're putting in the effort. You've started your VA business, or maybe you've been at it for a little while, and you genuinely want this to work. You like the idea of having your own clients, making your own schedule, and building something that actually fits your life. But despite all of that...

I'm Tracey D'Aviero, your Confidence Coach for Virtual Assistants, and today we're talking about a question I hear all the time: "Where do I find good clients?" Not just any clients. Not the draining ones. Not the $25-an-hour ones who question every invoice. The best clients. The respectful ones. The ones who value what you do. The ones who pay properly and stick around. I'm going to say something...

Today we're talking about how virtual assistants get the best, long-term, high-quality clients. And keep them. Getting hired is one thing. Getting kept on long-term is another. Because there are a lot of virtual assistants who can land a client. But far fewer who keep that client long term, grow the relationship, and become the VA the client never wants to lose. That's what we want. High quality c...

Here is our fourth and final episode in our four-part series on rates. And of course, it is about how to raise yours if and when you need to … or want to! Raising your rates does not require a dramatic announcement, a bold personality shift, or a confrontational conversation. If you are stuck charging a rate you aren't happy with, you probably feel all three of those things. And if so, then I'm gl...

This is the third episode in my four part series on rates. Thanks for tuning in. If you haven't listened to the other two yet, make sure to jump back and do that! Are you simply tolerating what you are earning as a virtual assistant? Most VAs don't intentionally tolerate a low rate of pay. Most often they don't even realize they are undercharging - or tolerating it - until someone like me question...

This is our second episode in our four part series about your rates. Today, I want to talk about what clients really think about your rates, and why so many virtual assistants are worrying about the wrong things when it comes to pricing. Most VAs tell themselves stories – maybe not out loud, but they are there, in the back of their minds. Clients are worried about price. Clients want the cheapest...

If you are struggling with your rates as a virtual assistant, it probably feels like a pricing problem. Naturally. We are talking about rates so it seems like that's the culprit if things aren't going right. You might be thinking you need a better number, a better structure, or more proof that you are allowed to charge more. But ... your rates are not the real problem. They are a symptom. And unti...

Last episode we talked about planning before goal setting, and that's so important. I hope you got some good takeaways and got your own lookback process done for your VA business. The new year brings a lot of emotions - a mix of excitement and pressure. Big promises. Big goals. Big declarations. But confidence does not come from making bold statements. It comes from trusting yourself to follow thr...

There is a lot of pressure at the end of any year to rush straight into planning. New planners. New goals. New intentions. New versions of ourselves. As a matter of fact my to-do list has exactly that type of stuff right at the top of it right now. What do I want to do? What do I need to plan it? What exciting new things will I do? But reflection is the part most people skip. And when reflection i...

In this episode, we are talking about a really important mindset shift you must make as a virtual assistant. It is also one that will directly affect how much you earn, the kind of clients you work with, and how your business grows. See? Important, right!?? We are talking about clients who gladly pay premium prices for the support they need. Not the budget shoppers. Not the tire kickers. Not the p...

Today let's talk about something a lot of VAs wonder about ... and some even ask questions about out loud. That question? Can a coach actually help me land clients? If you've been asking yourself that question, you are not alone, and it's a really good question. Coaching is an investment - not just financially, but also mentally and emotionally. And before you decide whether it's right for you, it...

Today we are talking about something that every virtual assistant needs… but very few actually take the time to build properly. Standard Operating Procedures - better known as SOPs. Okay so maybe it's not entirely true about very few building them properly. But there are a LOT of VAs that I have talked to that do not have anything documented. If that's you, then I'm glad you're here listening in t...

Today we are talking about something I think is both fun and maybe even eye-opening. We are going to look at how you can take the skills you already have from any past job or career and transfer them into the VA services you offer. So many new and growing VAs assume they have to reinvent themselves or learn an entirely new set of skills before they can statt their business or get clients. That is...

Today, I want to talk to you about something that can feel like the hardest hurdle in this whole business: getting your first client. If you've been trying for a while and it's just not happening, I get it. It can feel discouraging. You start second-guessing everything - your services, your prices, even whether you should be doing this at all. But here's what you need to know: landing that first c...

Market research. Target market. Market research isn't just for big companies with budgets and focus groups. It's one of the smartest and most confidence-building steps you can take as a VA business owner. Because when you understand who your target market is - what they care about, what they struggle with, and what they'll happily pay for - you stop guessing. You stop throwing out random offers an...