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Authentic – Be True To You! Guest Blog from Ali Moore

21st November 2018

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If your branding feels “off,” your business will feel like a struggle. Guest blogger Ali Moore discusses why trying to fit a corporate mould fails and how embracing your personality—leopard print and all—is the key to professional freedom.

Winner: Voted Best VA Training Provider

17th March 2018

Best VA Training Provider 2017
Recently, I was announced as the “Winner: Voted Best VA Training Provider” in the PA Assist Members Voice Awards for 2017, something I am very humbled by, especially as I was voted the 2016 Winner in the previous year.  Thank you to everyone who voted – apparently there were a lot of you and so I am exceedingly grateful that you have recognised the contributions I try to make to the industry.

How To Be Busy Without Burnout

15th March 2017

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The 21st-century habit of perpetual busyness is the quickest route to burnout. This post explores practical anti-burnout strategies, including the Pomodoro technique for focused productivity, the importance of accurate task timing, and the power of setting firm boundaries on what you will and won’t do to maintain long-term business sustainability.

Reviewing your goals

19th June 2015

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Stop waiting until the end of the year to check your progress. This post explores why a 90 day goal review cycle is essential for Virtual Assistants and how to break big dreams into actionable steps.

How to deal with procrastination

12th June 2015

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Procrastination in a Virtual Assistant business often masquerades as being busy with low priority tasks. This guide explores how to identify your avoidance patterns, prioritise effectively, and take decisive action to ensure your business remains productive and professional.

How to manage more than one client diary and avoid overwhelm

8th May 2015

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Diary management is a core VA skill, but managing five different schedules is a different ball game. From delegate access to syncing tools, here is how to stay on top of the chaos and remain the “straight-talking” professional your clients need.

Critical Considerations when Goal Setting as a VA

7th January 2015

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Are you just going through the motions? Setting goals is the difference between having a hobby and running a successful VA business. Here is how to aim high, stay accountable, and actually achieve what you set out to do.

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!