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How to set boundaries in your VA business

26th March 2026

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Boundaries are the rules of engagement for your business. Without them, you risk burnout and resentment. Discover the straight-talking guide to setting professional boundaries that protect your time and your reputation.

How to Work with Your Body Clock

26th March 2026

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Stop fighting your natural biology. Understanding your body clock is the secret to high productivity. Learn how to align your most difficult Virtual Assistant tasks with your natural energy peaks to work smarter, not harder.

The Power of Purposeful Quotes and Memes

25th March 2026

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Inspirational quotes and memes are more than just filler content. When used with a clear strategy, they build brand awareness, encourage engagement, and drive traffic to your website and courses.

Lessons from Top Female Entrepreneurs for VA Business Success

24th March 2026

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Learn how to build a successful Virtual Assistant business by emulating the habits of top female entrepreneurs. This post covers the importance of market research, building a support network, finding accountability, and investing in your own professional development through the VA Momentum Course.

How to Reconnect with Your Passion and Motivation

23rd March 2026

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Success as a Virtual Assistant requires a balance of passion and motivation. This guide provides practical steps to help you rediscover your “why,” set compelling goals, and build the support network needed to stay driven in your business.

How to manage expectations and gain high client satisfaction

22nd March 2026

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Every client starts with an expectation of how working with you will look and feel. If you leave those expectations to chance, you risk your reputation. Managing satisfaction is not about working harder; it is about having the right mindset and the right systems in place. From the way you present your pricing on your website to how you handle a mistake, every touchpoint matters. It is time to drop the guesswork, tighten up your onboarding, and make doing business with you the easiest decision your client makes all year.

What to call yourself and the services you offer

20th March 2026

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In the world of business growth, the titles can get incredibly “muddy.” From Virtual Assistants to Chief of Staffs, the lines between implementation and integration are often blurred by industry jargon and title snobbery. Drawing on my military background, I’m stripping away the corporate fluff to look at these roles through the lens of “Commander’s Intent.” Whether you need someone to “clear your plate” or “build a scalable engine,” this guide breaks down the modern support squad by the only metric that actually matters: the output they produce for your business.

Do you need childcare if you work from home as a VA?

20th March 2026

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Deciding whether to use childcare while working from home is a complex choice for any Virtual Assistant. This post explores the emotional, practical, and financial factors you must consider to ensure your business thrives without compromising your family life or professional standards.

Automation of your Onboarding Process

20th March 2026

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Your onboarding process is the first real test of your professionalism as a Virtual Assistant. This guide explains why automating your systems is essential to save time, reduce errors, and build immediate trust with new clients. Stop manual chasing and start leading with efficiency.

Life After the Classroom – how teachers can become Virtual Assistants

19th March 2026

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I’m just a teacher. Who would hire me in the business world?” It’s the most common fear we hear from educators facing burnout. But the truth is, your classroom mastery—from strategic planning and complex communication to being a natural lifelong learner, is exactly what six and seven-figure entrepreneurs are searching for. In this post, we deconstruct the “Teacher-to-VA” transition and reveal why your pedagogical background makes you a premium asset in the digital economy. Stop settling for the Sunday Night Blues and start auditing the high-value skills you already own.

About AMANDA

Amanda Johnson, Founder of VA Training Academy®, Military Veteran, VA Coach Trainer and Mentor - wearing her miniature medals

Amanda Johnson is not just a mentor; she is a catalyst for transformation in the Virtual Assistant industry, helping professionals not only start but scale their businesses to new heights. Her dedication to her clients’ success is matched only by her commitment to integrity, honesty, and empowerment.

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Welcome to our refreshed home!

We’ve given VACT’s VA Training Academy® a makeover, but your favourite resources are still here. 

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VACT logo - home of the VA training academy, the UK VA Conference and the UK VA Awards

Welcome to our refreshed home!

We’ve given VACT’s VA Training Academy® a makeover, but your favourite resources are still here. 

Check it out, update your bookmarks, and let us know what you think of our new look – we’re excited!

Be sure to explore our updated courses and free resources too. We’ve got awesome new stuff coming that you won’t want to miss.

Thanks for joining us!