Thinking of hiring an associate or turning your VA business into an agency? Before you do, listen to this episode! We give our full and frank experiences of what it's been like hiring and working with associates over the last 4 years. We're going to share the good, the bad and the ugly! If you want the exact system to manage your VA agency, use ours!https://morethanava.org/growth-essentials Want to join a supportive community of virtual assistants? Join us FREE: https://morethanava.or...

This week Kirsty and Lisa discuss the pros and cons of taking time off as a solo VA. From their perspectives of an agency owner with a team and as a solo virtual assistant, they share how it's not just possible, but highly important to take time off. After a recent masterclass with Heather McLellan in the VIP Access membership, Lisa and Kirsty realise it's more important than ever to have plans in place for what would happen to your business if you became ill or injured and could no longer wo...

In this episode we're joined by Leeanne Harris - The Inner Freedom Coach who shares her experience of Belief Coding with us. If you're struggling with lack of confidence, imposter syndrome or fears that are blocking your ability to succeed, it's well worth a listen! To find out more about Leeanne and her work visit :https://leeanne-harris-inner-freedom-coach.mailerpage.io/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakthroughswithleeanne To book a session with Leeanne use our special ...

In this candid chat, Lisa and Kirsty talk about the highs and lows, and the lessons they've each learned, after 4 years as virtual assistants. They share their real-life experiencing, including dealing with clients that don't pay, working with associates, what to prioritise in your VA business, and the things they wish they had done differently. To join the supportive FREE More Than A VA community visit: https://morethanava.org/ UPCOMING EVENTS: Convert Time Wasting Enquiries Into Insta...

If you're a solo VA, trying to build an income can be difficult, but introducing passive and semi-passive income streams can be the answer, allowing you to explode your income potential. Tune in to hear loads of ideas on the things you can do to earn more money as a virtual assistant. Struggling to get clients? Download our 20 Ways To Get Clients Cheat Sheet: https://morethanava.org/how-to-get-clients-page Join the FREE More Than A VA Community: https://morethanava.org/ Follow us on Inst...

Ever thought about becoming a VA agency owner rather than a solo VA? This week, Lisa and Kirsty talk about the pros and cons of both. Lisa Tennant successfully scaled her solo VA business into a virtual assistant agency but it hasn't all been plain sailing. Kirsty remains a solo VA whilst working as an assistant and account manager for Lisa's agency, L.T. VA Services and gives her own insight into the issues she faces as a solo VA, and behind the scenes of what it's like supporting an a...

In this weeks episode Kirsty and Lisa talk openly and honestly about the difficult times as a VA, and their experiences of wanting to give it all up. They talk about the trials and tribulations of running your own business, and the reasons many VAs feel like quitting. If you've ever felt this way, tune in and hear their inspirational stories of what makes them keep going. To join a supportive virtual assistant community visit: https://morethanava.org To find us on Facebook head to...

This week Kirsty and Lisa discuss the tool they started out with as virtual assistants, what they are using now, and the ultimate system that Lisa uses to streamline her entire business. They answer questions live from Instagram and TikTok, and explore how to niche, communicate with clients, and avoid paying for systems and tools you don't need just to serve your clients. The doors to the VIP Access membership where you can get the exact software, system and tools Lisa uses every day are now ...

In this episode of season 2 of The VA Live Lounge, we discuss the various methods VAs can use to be visible. We're joined by Lynsey Cook from Need A VA, the go to directory for virtual assistants that want to be found. Lynsey shares with us the best places she's found clients, and we talk about why niching is so important to help you figure out which platform to use for your marketing as a VA. To find out more about Need A VA, visit: https://needava.co.uk/ To join the FREE VA V...

For the final episode of season 1 of The VA Live Lounge, Lisa and Kirsty discuss in candid detail their real life experiences as virtual assistants. Everything from nightmare clients, to fake princesses and the dangerous side of being a VA, is up for discussion in this insightful episode. Lisa and Kirsty share the red flags to look out for, how to think about your future integrity, and when you know you've finally landed a dream client. Sit back, prepare to laugh, and tune into this fin...

In this episode we speak to Kim from Your PA Services about her experience carving out a successful VA business whilst juggling working from home with 4 children. Kim became a VA after tragedy struck, when she suffered an accident and her sister died, whilst running her own beauty business. Realising that she wanted to create a balance between work and life, Kim decided starting a virtual assistant business would be the best way forward. But despite having prior business experience an...

What happens when a client signs up for admin but then asks you to start creating workbooks and marketing assets? Is it possible to turn graphic designer overnight? And should VAs even offer graphic design services? In this episode we talk to Tracy Salter from design-ology about her work with virtual assistants, helping them to navigate their way around Canva, how she guides VAs to use the right tools to manage clients when they needs design work, and most importantly, the questions you need...

In this weeks Live Lounge we're joined by the incredible Lianne Wright from The VA Runway. Lianne started out as a solo VA back in 2019 but quickly realised there was no way she would be able to scale her virtual assistant business without increasing her capacity, and the best way for her to do that, was by working with associates. Lianne scaled her VA business into a 6-figure agency but in 2023 tragedy struck when the father of Lianne's children was sadly killed in a motorcycle accident....

In this episode of The VA Live Lounge, Kirsty and Lisa dive into the age-old advice that’s often thrown around in the online business world: “Collaboration over competition.” But is it really that simple? We explore the benefits of building connections with other VAs—sharing referrals, teaming up on client projects, learning from one another—and why collaboration can absolutely open doors to growth and sustainability. BUT—we also keep it real. We talk honestly about: ⚡ Times we’ve faced di...

In this week’s episode of The VA Live Lounge, Kirsty and Lisa are tackling one of the biggest questions in the VA world: Can you actually earn six figures as a Virtual Assistant? We’re not here to sell you a dream—we’re having an honest, down-to-earth conversation about what it really takes to grow a six-figure VA business (and whether that should even be the goal). In this chat, we explore: ✨ What “six figures” really means (and why profit matters more than turnover) ✨ The reali...

In this episode of The VA Live Lounge, Kirsty is joined by the inspirational Vicki Wilson, founder of The Admin Fairy—an award-winning Virtual Assistant who’s proving every day that disability is not a barrier to building a brilliant business. Vicki lives with cerebral palsy, uses a wheelchair, and runs her VA business her way. With a strong “can do” attitude, she’s carved out a space in the industry that works for her, not in spite of her disability—but alongside it. Her journey is one of r...

In this weeks episode Lisa and Kirsty unpack the realities of putting a framework around your time to manage your capacity as a virtual assistant, and understanding how this helps you to choose the hours that suit you and your life best, but also to work out how much earning potential you really have when it comes down to the hours you have left and what you're charging. The results will surprise you! It's time to get clear about the hours you're REALLY working as a VA, how you're probably N...

In today’s episode of The VA Live Lounge, we’re joined by the incredible Charlotte Barltrop from VA Everywhere who shares one of the most unique VA origin stories we’ve ever heard—from circus performer to virtual assistant! Charlotte takes us through her fascinating journey, from life on the trapeze to running a successful VA business that supports clients around the globe. We talk about: ✨ The transferable skills she brought from the circus ring to the VA world ✨ How she found her niche and...

In this week’s episode of The VA Live Lounge, we’re joined by the brilliant Wendy Norman, founder of Live Link Resource, who takes us behind the scenes of her journey from solo VA to team leader—and beyond. Wendy shares how she went from doing it all herself to hiring employees, building systems, and eventually turning her VA business into a saleable asset. Her story is packed with wisdom, lessons learned, and powerful takeaways for any VA who’s ever thought about growing a team. We talk abou...

In this episode of The VA Live Lounge, we’re joined by the incredible Tasha Dove from Dove Virtual Assistance, who opens up about her powerful and refreshingly honest VA journey. Tasha first gave the VA world a go in August 2020—but like many, she struggled to find her feet and ended up returning to employment. Fast forward to 2021: furloughed, fed up, and fired up, she made the decision to give her business one more shot… and this time, she wasn’t holding back. Now with 12 happy clients and ...