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Conquer Imposter Syndrome and Thrive

7th February 2025

Feeling like a fraud? Like you’re just winging it and everyone’s about to find out? You’re not alone. Imposter syndrome is incredibly common, especially for virtual assistants navigating the challenges of running their own businesses. It’s that nagging feeling that you’re not good enough, that your successes are down to luck, and that you’re about to be exposed as a phoney. But here’s the good news: you can overcome it.

Benefits of Attending Trade Shows as a Virtual Assistant

25th January 2025

Trade shows remain an invaluable resource for business growth, offering a unique blend of networking, learning, and marketing opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a budding entrepreneur, these events can significantly impact your business trajectory. Let’s explore why attending trade shows should be a priority for your business strategy.

5 things you should ask when getting VA business insurance

16th January 2025

So, you’ve decided to protect your VA business with some professional insurance. Good decision. Now it’s just a matter of deciding what you need and what you don’t. That might be easier said than done because FCA rules say direct insurers can’t give you advice – even about their own insurance. Or at least, not without seeking extensive training first. And their permission. Most independent brokers have more leeway, however, so you might be better off going to one of those and asking lots of questions. At least then you’ll know you’ll have a) got the right insurance and b) probably saved money.

How to stay accountable with our goals

12th January 2025

Setting and achieving goals is a cornerstone of success in any business, especially for virtual assistants. As a seasoned VA coach and mentor with years of industry experience, I’ve seen firsthand how weekly accountability can be a game-changer in staying on track and propelling your business forward.

Should a VA sign a clients contract?

31st December 2024

As an independent business owner, it is your job to provide a contract (your ts and cs) and set out the basis on which you do business. However, when it comes to clients giving you access to personal data they have collected about their prospects, customers, team or suppliers it is their job as a data controller to give you written instructions in the form of a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) telling you (the data processor) what you may do with information they share with you, why, and how to secure it and use it.

Can Kirmada Reduce a Virtual Assistant’s Overwhelm?

18th December 2024

Kirmada were a sponsor of the UK VA Conference 2024 and I have invited Adam and Rik to write guest blog posts for the wider VA community to share about their product, the productivity tool Kirmada. This is the first in that series from Adam. Working closely with virtual assistants means we hear the issues which plague them. Cash flows, overwhelming to-do lists, missed time recording, team management, and more, are all at the forefront of their responsibilities. And this is before they’ve actually done any client work. And while VA’s pride themselves in being able to reduce their clients’ workloads and stress, the VA themselves often end up feeling overwhelmed.

The Importance of Following Up

11th December 2024

As virtual assistants, actually any Business Owners, we’ve all been there – that nagging worry about follow-ups. How many times should we reach out? Are we being too pushy or not persistent enough? It’s a delicate balance, isn’t it? We want to stay on our potential clients’ radar without becoming a nuisance. The fear of missing out on an opportunity or losing a lead to a competitor can be overwhelming. But fear not! Let’s dive into the art of following up and uncover the secrets to striking that perfect balance between being attentive and respectful of our prospects’ time and space.

Potential of Discovery Calls: A Two-Way Journey for Virtual Assistants

11th December 2024

Are you a new Virtual Assistant eager to get your first client and keep hearing others talk about the benefit of the Discovery Call? Maybe you are thinking what the hell is a Discovery call? These dynamic and interactive conversations offer a mutual exploration for both you and your potential clients. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of discovery calls, highlighting their benefits as a two-way process. So let’s embark on this journey together!

How to run a discovery call

11th December 2024

As an online service-based business, discovery calls are a critical part of your client onboarding process. They give you a chance to interact with a new client, to ascertain their needs, as well as giving you both an opportunity to see if you want to work with each other! It’s therefore important that you spend your time well and ensure you get the most out of the discovery call. To do that, you need a clear strategy plan for your discovery calls and your overall client onboarding process. After all, the discovery call is taking time out of your working day and it’s unpaid – with the possibility of a paid client at the end of it.

Do virtual assistants need cyber insurance? Guest Blog – PolicyBee

6th December 2024

Small businesses and sole traders are being targeted more and more by cybercriminals. Our partner, PolicyBee, takes a look at how cyber insurance can help protect your VA business.

About AMANDA

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.

Conquer Imposter Syndrome and Thrive

7th February 2025

Benefits of Attending Trade Shows as a Virtual Assistant

25th January 2025

5 things you should ask when getting VA business insurance

16th January 2025

How to stay accountable with our goals

12th January 2025

Should a VA sign a clients contract?

31st December 2024

Can Kirmada Reduce a Virtual Assistant’s Overwhelm?

18th December 2024

The Importance of Following Up

11th December 2024

Potential of Discovery Calls: A Two-Way Journey for Virtual Assistants

11th December 2024

How to run a discovery call

11th December 2024

Do virtual assistants need cyber insurance? Guest Blog – PolicyBee

6th December 2024

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