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Yes, I’m a positive and optimistic person, but I’ve learnt over the years in business that it also pays to be a realist.

While building a virtual assistant company has been one of the most rewarding things I've ever done, I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t also extremely...

You’ve done it. You’ve researched all the basic ins and outs, got a handle on the expertise you can offer, and it’s the right time in your life to make the leap to owning your very own business.

You’ve decided you want to be a Virtual Assistant! Congrats!

You’ve...

Everyone has heard the famous line Lysander uttered in Shakespeare’s play, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: “The course of true love never did run smooth”.

Well, I hate to break it to you, but the course to becoming a truly savvy virtual assistant doesn’t run smoothly...

Everything in life has pros and cons; taking your career into your own hands as a virtual assistant included.

In all my years of experience, the biggest challenge I believe you will face as a virtual assistant is finding clients. 

Why? You might ask.

The answer is simple. Although you might...

So, you’re keen to become a virtual assistant, but I bet you're worried about the setup costs.

Don’t panic!

I’ve got some great tips to help you get started for next to nothing. 

As you’re working your way through my handy Virtual Assistant Start-Up Checklist...

Understanding your own personality style and the style of other people can lead to you being more successful in your virtual assistant business. You'll have happy clients, perform better in sales meetings and build a high performing team. I talk with Cathy Sheppard - a DiSC personality styles...

Ever been asked for a discount? Here's a brilliant article on what to do when a client (or potential client) asks for one.

Always be wary of those who question the price because in my experience they are often late payers, will push the boundaries, question invoices and give you the most issues.

There is one key skill that has led to Jo's success. Do you possess the same skill? Watch to find out what it is.

Need clients for your new virtual assistant business?

Watch the video as I share my key strategy for finding clients and now have the most recommended virtual assistant company in New Zealand.

Without clients, you really don't have a business at all.

It can be daunting realising that you...

Nobody likes to be sold to, so what do you say when someone asks you what you do or what your business is?

Have you perfected your elevator pitch?

Click play to watch.