Virtual Assistant Mama - Become a Virtual Assistant, Start a Side Hustle, and Work from Home with Your Kids

I know you're wondering – is it really possible to work only 10 days per month? Well I'm doing it, and I'd love to teach you how! Head on over to the Ditch the Classroom podcast to listen in!   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free community –...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "How many Virtual Assistant clients do I need in order to replace my income so I can quit teaching?"   Hint - It's probably less than you think!   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https:...

So many of the teachers I talk to who want to quit teaching battle major guilt for letting their family down or "wasting" their teaching degree.   In today's episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm sharing some advice on what to say to those you love who are concerned about your desire to leave teaching.   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtua...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering a question that so many of my students in the Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy have been asking me - "How should I price myself as a Virtual Assistant?"   I want to share with you the same answer I shared with them, and I think you'll be surprised by what it is.   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Worksh...

One of the biggest hesitations I hear from teachers who want to quit teaching is that they feel guilty for abandoning their students. What if you could serve even MORE children than just 1 classroom each year? In today's episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm sharing 3 popular industries to work with that serve children.   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://arianna...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "What are the differences between becoming a Virtual Assistant and joining a direct sales/MLM company?"   I was in direct sales for 3 years before becoming a Virtual Assistant and I can tell you – there's a lot of differences.   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavern...

Having the guts to quit teaching and become a Virtual Assistant is a huge step, and it can be quite intimidating. In all of the women I've helped start working from home as a Virtual Assistant, I've seen three common traps that they tend to fall into. If you know to look out for them, you'll be able to avoid those speed bumps and replace your teaching income much faster! In today's episode on the...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "How do I get my name out there as a new Virtual Assistant?"   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free community – https://facebook.com/groups/...

In today's episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm sharing my top 3 secrets to help you replace your income faster so that you can quit teaching for good!   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free community – https://facebook.com/groups...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "How can I gain experience for my portfolio as a new Virtual Assistant?"   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free community – https://facebook...

In today's episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I brought on Melanie Battistelli, teacher for 11 years turned Online Business Manager!   Melanie shares what her journey to quit teaching really looked like, and has some amazing nuggets of wisdom to share with you!   Grab Melanie's SOP cheatsheet for TPT sellers here - https://bit.ly/tptsopfreebie   Connect with Melanie on Instagram @duxbury...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "What are some red flags to watch out for when applying to Virtual Assistant jobs?"   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free community – https...

I know you're limited on time and wondering if you can become a Virtual Assistant when you have so many other things taking up your time each week.   That's why I created this 3 day series for you, which will teach you how to grow and scale your Virtual Assistant business in only a few hours a week, so that you can replace your income, quit teaching, and start working from home with your kids fast...

I know you're limited on time and wondering if you can become a Virtual Assistant when you have so many other things taking up your time each week.   That's why I created this 3 day series for you, which will teach you how to grow and scale your Virtual Assistant business in only a few hours a week, so that you can replace your income, quit teaching, and start working from home with your kids fast...

I know you're limited on time and wondering if you can become a Virtual Assistant when you have so many other things taking up your time each week.   That's why I created this 3 day series for you, which will teach you how to grow and scale your Virtual Assistant business in only a few hours a week, so that you can replace your income, quit teaching, and start working from home with your kids fast...

One of the biggest reasons that I see people quit trying to become a Virtual Assistant is because they're struggling with imposter syndrome. They don't believe that they can do it, and they don't have any tools to help them on the bad days. That's why, in today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm sharing my top 5 books that will help you improve your mindset as yo...

Believing that you can do something new that you've never done before is incredibly challenging. This is especially true if you want to quit teaching to start working from home as a Virtual Assistant. However, God didn't place this dream on your heart for no reason – we just have to believe and trust in His ability to make that dream a reality. That's why on today's episode of the Ditch the Classr...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "How much do Virtual Assistants get paid?"   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free community – https://facebook.com/groups/ditchtheclassroom...

If you're still teaching while working your VA business as a side hustle, you probably know how hard it is to find time to manage both. Your VA business can take a lot longer to grow because it's the one that gets set to the side when you don't have the time. Enter power hours. In this episode of the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm breaking down what a power hour is and how to implement them so...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "Do I need a website for my Virtual Assistant business."   My answer: probably not, but maybe.   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free commun...

It can be really scary when you're trying to decide if it's time to quit teaching. Some people will hesitate on this decision for months because they're nervous to take that step. That's why, on today's episode of the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm sharing 3 signs that you're ready to take your Virtual Assistant business full-time   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://aria...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "How do I pay taxes as a Virtual Assistant?" It's not as hard as it may seem, I promise!   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free community –...

I seriously cannot believe that this week marks 3 years since I officially quit teaching and became a Virtual Assistant. It's crazy to think about where I've come from and where I am now. On today's episode of the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm sharing the reasons why I decided to quit teaching and become a work at home mom. You're going to get an inside look at my journey to becoming a Virtual...

In today's quick tip Thursday episode on the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm answering the question "What is the difference between charging hourly vs offering packages for my Virtual Assistant services?"   Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the f...

In today's episode of the Ditch the Classroom podcast , I'm sharing 3 tips to help you have a stable income as a new Virtual Assistant.   Spoiler alert: It is SO possible for you to have a stable income! Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/virtual-assistant-workshop Join Teacher Turned Freelancer Academy – https://teacherturnedfreelancer.com Join the free c...