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How to stop limiting your beliefs

15th April 2026

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Your mindset dictates your success as a Virtual Assistant. If you believe business is a struggle, you will subconsciously seek out the hard path. This guide provides a no-nonsense framework to identify limiting beliefs, question their origins, and replace them with empowering thoughts that actually move the needle in your business.

Top tips to confidently handle client consultations

15th April 2026

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Mastering the client consultation is essential for any Virtual Assistant looking to grow. These ten direct tips cover everything from pre-call research to closing the deal with confidence and professional authority.

What is the best Virtual Assistant training for you?

14th April 2026

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Choosing the right Virtual Assistant training depends entirely on your current business stage. This post breaks down the differences between the foundational VA Momentum Course and the resource-rich VA Membership community to help you decide.

Confidence boosting tips to keep you forward focused

8th April 2026

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Business knock-backs are inevitable, but they don’t have to be permanent. This guide provides ten direct, actionable tips for Virtual Assistants to rebuild their confidence, maintain focus, and keep moving forward toward their goals.

What services to offer in your Virtual Assistant business

7th April 2026

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Choosing your VA services often leads to analysis paralysis. This straight-talking guide helps you identify your existing skills, understand the value of traditional admin, and stop comparing yourself to others so you can finally start your business.

How to get the most out of the VA Membership

7th April 2026

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Stop struggling in isolation and start taking your Virtual Assistant business seriously. This guide outlines eight essential ways to maximise your investment in the VA Membership, from attending live coaching calls to leveraging community support for business growth and professional development.

Surround yourself with the right people

6th April 2026

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Isolation is a common trap for Virtual Assistants working from home. Surrounding yourself with the right mix of peers and mentors is essential for business growth, professional support, and personal mental clarity.

Time blocking for VAs

6th April 2026

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Stop multitasking and start producing. Time blocking is a simple, no-nonsense method to increase your productivity by 50%. By categorising your day and working with your body clock, you can eliminate procrastination and regain control of your schedule.

Tips for staying on top of new VA trends

4th April 2026

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Whatever industry and niche you’re in, it is essential that you pay attention to the new trends around you. But staying on top of those trends can be difficult, if you’re not ‘in the know’. So how can you ensure you DO know what those new trends are and how best to implement them in YOUR business? Here are my top five tips for staying on top of new trends.

10 Metrics Every VA Business Owner Must Track

3rd April 2026

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Tracking your finances is only the beginning. To grow a successful Virtual Assistant business, you must monitor email engagement, website metrics, ROI, and your Dream 100 outreach. This post breaks down the 10 essential metrics you need to track to ensure your business remains healthy, profitable, and sustainable in the long term.

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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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!