Blog – Page 42 – VA Training Academy®

An Interview with Jacqueline Long of WhateverWhenever

27th June 2014

“Train your brain to think of yourself as a consultant, rather than an employee.” After leaving the City, Jacqueline discovered that while she had the elite PA skills, running a business was a completely different ball game. From winning a ‘VA of the Year’ runner-up award within eight months to navigating the tricky waters of value-based pricing, Jacqueline shares how she built a proactive, high-level executive support business. Discover why she ditches the self-help books in favor of real-world tools and why “saying yes to everything” was her biggest early challenge.

An Interview with Stella Gooch

20th June 2014

“The VA-Client relationship is almost like a marriage—the two partners must complement one another.” After 12 years focused on family, this VA decided it was time to get her career back. From managing real-time emergency social media during local floods to overcoming a “pet hate” for public speaking, her journey is a masterclass in resilience. Discover why she believes the UK VA community is set to explode and why “faceless” online training was never an option for her.

An interview with Karen Blackburn of Karen Black VA

13th June 2014

From organizing private screenings in London to coordinating high-profile paparazzi shoots, Karen Black’s journey as a Virtual Assistant is anything but ordinary. After launching in 2012 with the support of industry peers, Karen has built a business that thrives on variety and determination. In this interview, she shares why she never fears competition, the “invaluable” business lessons she learned through professional training, and how a background in Italian football commentary adds to her unique professional flair.

An Interview with Barbara Moorer

6th June 2014

“Meet Barbara Moorer of High Touch Virtual Solutions. Discover how she balanced a full-time job while building an award-winning VA business, and why she believes training is the ultimate investment for success.

An Interview with Lizzie Adamson-Brown

23rd May 2014

rom NHS PA to Queen’s Award winner: discover how one Virtual Assistant turned a passion for travel into a thriving, specialized business. In this candid interview, she shares how she managed the transition while living with ME, why “standard” PA skills aren’t enough to run a business, and how finding the right niche—and the right training—changed everything. Plus, find out which VA “competitor” she views as an essential collaborator.

Reasons Why to Have an Associate

2nd April 2014

“Is your VA business prepared for an emergency? Learn why having an associate VA is a vital part of your contingency plan, ensuring seamless client support and boosting your income even when you’re away.”

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.