MAY 13

Why Some VAs Stay Stuck At Low Rates For Years

Today we are talking about something that I het a lot of VAs don't even think is a problem. That is, staying stuck at low rates. I'm not talking about VAs who are getting started. A lot of us started with rates lower than we should have. (If this is you, sign up for my $97 Getting Started as a VA self study program to get the right foundations under your business right now!) When you are in that awkward getting-started phase where you are figuring things out, it can be easy to set rates that are too low. So I'm talking about VAs who are years into business and still charging beginner rates, still feeling nervous about increasing their prices, still attracting clients who question every invoice, and still wondering why things feel so hard. If that sounds like you then take a deep breath. This is fixable! I just this is a really important conversation because I think a lot of VAs assume low rates are just a pricing problem. Like their rates are set and they can't do anything about it. Wrong. Like there aren't clients out there who will mean more. Wrong. Like they have to change what they offer to charge higher rates and get new clients. Wrong again! Low rates are usually connected to confidence, positioning, habits, boundaries, fear, and the way you see yourself as a business owner. And if you do not deal with those things, you can stay stuck for a very long time. I have seen incredibly talented VAs charging far less than they should while newer VAs with less experience are charging significantly more. That tells you right there that this is not just about skill level. So today I want to talk about why some VAs stay stuck at low rates for years, what is actually happening underneath the surface, and what you need to shift if you want to finally move forward. You do not have to change everything overnight. But you do have to start making intentional decisions instead of operating on autopilot. Because the VAs who grow are usually not the ones with perfect confidence, they are just the ones willing to make a decision, to take action, even if they don't feel fully ready. You need to work in your brilliance. Do what you are great at. I've told you before 'What comes easiest to you is what you should be charging the most for,' and I mean it every time. You will SHINE when you help your client with your own expertise. If you want help polishing that up, join me for the Booked and Busy Bootcamp. It's a 3 month group coaching program where we will figure out what you do best, and price it appropriately, and find the people who need your help. It's as simple as that. Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of The Ridiculously Good VA Show. If you are ready to stop playing small in your business, start charging more confidently, attract better clients, and build a VA business that actually feels sustainable and profitable, get in touch with me to talk about how I can help you do just that. I'm here to help you become a ridiculously good virtual assistant. I'll see you next time!

18 min

MAY 7

How to Talk About Your Services So People Actually Inquire

If you are not getting inquiries about your VA services, it's usually not because you're not good at what you do. I mean, for sure that's not the reason. It's because of how you're talking about what you do. And I want to be really clear here. This is not about becoming a better salesperson in a pushy, uncomfortable way. This is about clarity. This is about confidence. And this is about making it easy for the right people to see themselves in what you offer. So if you've ever felt like you're posting consistently, you're showing up, you're talking about your services, but nothing is really happening, this episode is going to help you shift that. So if you've been feeling frustrated because things aren't clicking yet, I want you to take a look at your messaging first, because that's usually where the gap is. Once you start closing that gap, everything else gets easier. More conversations. More inquiries. More opportunities to turn those into clients. And if you want help with this, if you want to actually sit down and refine how you're talking about your services so that it connects and converts, that's exactly what we do inside my programs. We don't just talk about what services to offer. We talk about how to position them, how to communicate them, and how to build a business around them that feels clear and sustainable. So if that's something you're ready for, I'd love to support you. You can jump into the Booked and Busy Bootcamp and get this done right now. Or you can message me and we can talk about other ways I can help you uplevel what you are doing - the clarity with your messaging - talking about the right stuff, more often. For now, take a look at how you're currently describing your services and ask yourself one simple question: Would a potential client read this and immediately understand how it helps them? If the answer is no, that's your starting point. Sometimes you need someone else to read it for you, but either way get that done. Because that's where the real progress begins. Let's circle back to today's quote: The aim of marketing is to know and understand the customer so well the product or service fits them and sells itself. That's literally all you have to do. I want to tell you one thing - when you start doing this, because you understand it - you will find it so much easier to not just do your marketing and social media, but you will also feel more relaxed in conversations. And all of that leads to the inquiries that you want. That's all I've got for you today. Thanks so much for tuning in. I'm Tracey D'Aviero, The Confidence Coach for VAs - and I'm here to help you become a ridiculously good VA. it's the only reason I'm here at all. So reach out, connect with me. If I can help you right now, I'd love to talk about it. I'll see you next time!

20 min

APR 29

The Real Reason Your VA Business Feels Scattered

Today we're talking about something that I see all the time with virtual assistants, especially once you're past that very beginning stage. You're working. You're showing up. You've maybe had some clients, or you even have clients right now. But your business feels scattered. A little all over the place. A little unclear. Like you're doing a lot, but not really building anything solid. You're feeling constantly busy, but at the end of the week, you're not totally sure what you actually moved forward. You might even look back and think, hmm what moved forward this week? And if that's you, I want you to understand something. It's not because you're doing something wrong. Well, not entirely. You are missing something very important though. And once you figure out what that thing is, everything starts to feel a lot simpler. If you listen to this episode and thinking, "Yes, this is exactly how my business feels right now," then this is exactly what we focus on inside Booked & Busy Bootcamp. This is not about adding more to your plate. It's about simplifying what's already there. We take all of those moving pieces and bring them together into something that actually makes sense for you. We help you get clear on your services, create a plan for getting clients, and actually start building momentum in your business marketing. So you're not just busy… you're growing. And you're doing it in a way that feels manageable and doable, not overwhelming. Booked and Busy Bootcamp is a 12 week program, so yes we are going to work together for a while. We don't overwhelm you with 10 things to do at once and then expect you to walk away and get it done. We will ramp up to make sure you are ready and get your moving. You'll have to make decisions. You'll have to move out of your comfort zone. You'll have to TALK to people (ahh!) Send me a DM if you are wondering if this program is right for you. It's coming up in a few weeks, and it's reasonably priced. It's a no brainer, guys. If you need clients, let me help you get on the path to get them. Let's start using your time smarter, and actually getting you what you want from your VA business. Check out Booked & Busy Bootcamp and let me know if you are IN! Registration is open now! Thanks so much for tuning in this week. I'll see you next time!

18 min

APR 15

How to Use Speaking to Market Your VA Business

Speaking is one of the most powerful ways to tell your story, share your expertise, and connect with potential clients in a way that written content just can't always do. When I say speaking, I don't just mean getting on a big stage in front of hundreds of people. I'm talking about all forms of speaking. Small workshops. Guest trainings. Podcast interviews. Networking events. Even showing up live in someone else's community. Especially showing up in someone else's community. It's one of the most powerful ways to position yourself as an expert, build trust quickly, and attract higher quality clients. And the best part is, you don't need a huge audience to make it work. So if you've been relying mostly on social media posts, or waiting for referrals, this episode might just open up a whole new lane for you. If you want support with this, whether it is choosing your topic, structuring your training, or building the confidence to actually put yourself out there, that is exactly the kind of work we do inside my programs. I help virtual assistants not just build a business, but show up in a way that attracts the right clients and opportunities. So if that is something you are ready for, come and work with me. Getting visibility is about getting as many eyes and ears on your business as possible. And speaking is a great way to do that. It's marketing - and I can definitely help you with that. Go to YourVAMentor.com/links to connect with me and let's chat about how I can help you get clients. If you have been looking for a way to stand out, to build confidence, and to attract better clients, speaking is something I highly recommend you start exploring. You do not need to wait until you feel ready. You just need to start. I'm going to stop here for today. Thanks so much for tuning in. If you're ready to take the next step in building a more confident, profitable VA business, be sure to check out my programs and resources at YourVAMentor.com/links. I'm here to help. I'm Tracey D'Aviero, and I can't wait to help you attract better clients, raise your rates, and grow a business that truly reflects your skills. Until next time, keep showing up, taking action, and being ridiculously good at what you do.

22 min

APR 1

Stop Doing It All By Yourself And Start Booking Clients

Today we're bringing everything together from the last couple of episodes. You've been thinking about why your business isn't growing the way you expected. Hopefully you've started to see how important it is to have a plan instead of just trying things and hoping something works. But there's another layer to this that might be quietly slowing you down, and it's something I want you to really see clearly today. It's not just about what you're doing. It's about how you're making decisions, whether you have the right support, and whether you're actually following a plan that works for you. If you've been feeling stuck or inconsistent, I want you to come back to these three things. Are you making clear decisions, or are you staying in the questioning phase? Do you have a written plan that actually guides your actions, or are you deciding what to do day by day? And are you trying to do all of this on your own, or do you have the kind of support that helps you move forward more easily? Because when you bring those three pieces together - decisions, a plan, and support - everything starts to feel different. You stop second-guessing yourself as much. You take action more consistently. And you start to see progress, which builds confidence naturally. This is exactly what we focus on inside Booked & Busy Bootcamp. Over 90 days, you'll make clear decisions about your services and direction, create a simple plan that actually works for you, and get the support you need to follow through consistently. So instead of trying to figure everything out on your own, you have a clear path and someone walking alongside you as you build your business. If that's what you've been needing, then check out the details of the Bootcamp at YourVAMentor.com/bootcamp. Reach out to me to apply if you are ready. Let's circle back to today's quote: " A good plan, violently executed now, is better than a perfect plan executed next week." - George S. Patton What does it mean? It means now is the time to get going on what you already know you want. There is no need to wait any longer. Booked and Busy Bootcamp is here for you! Thank you so much for being here with me today on The Ridiculously Good VA Show. As always I truly appreciate your listening in. And remember, your business grows when you make decisions, follow a plan, and allow yourself to be supported along the way. That's what I'm here for. To help you become a ridiculously good virtual assistant. That's all I've got for you this week, I'll see you next time!

13 min

MAR 26

The Simple Plan Most Virtual Assistants Are Missing

Today we're continuing the conversation around what actually helps your VA business grow. In the last episode, we talked about why your business might not be growing right now, even if you're putting in the effort. And one of the things I touched on was the idea that a lot of VAs are busy… but not necessarily moving forward. So today, I want to go deeper into that, because there's a specific reason this happens, and it's something I see all the time. Most VAs don't actually have a simple, clear plan for their business. They're trying things, they're learning, they're taking action in different ways, but it's not connected. It's not structured. And because of that, it's very hard to build real momentum. It can even keep you stuck, or worse, moving backwards - because trying things can lead to shiny object syndrome, and that's what we need to avoid to make sure we are moving forward. So in this episode, we're going to talk about the simple plan most VAs are missing, why it matters so much, and how having one can completely change the way your business feels and grows. If you've been feeling like you're doing a lot but not seeing the results you want, I want you to consider this: It might not be about working harder. It might be about having a clearer, simpler plan that actually guides your actions. Like I said, a plan that allows for high energy days and lower energy days. I think that part is SO important! Because when you have that, everything starts to feel different. You spend less time overthinking. You take action more consistently. You start to see progress, which builds confidence, which leads to even more action. And that's how momentum is created. This is exactly what we focus on inside Booked & Busy Bootcamp. Over 90 days, we take all of the guesswork out of what you should be doing and give you a simple, structured approach to growing your VA business. You'll get really clear on your services, take consistent action to attract and connect with clients, and build confidence along the way. Not in theory, but through real actions and r3al progress. So instead of trying to piece everything together on your own, you have a plan that actually works and support to help you follow through. If that's what you've been needing, I'd love for you to join me in this group. It's learning, it's practicing, it's networking, it's taking action, it's getting feedback and improving, it's accountability, and it's fun! And it's very affordable. You can check out the details at YourVAMentor.com/links. It's called Booked and Busy Bootcamp. 12 weeks of weekly training and coaching to get you moving to where you want to go. If you have questions about whether this group is for you, DM me and let's talk about it! Thank you so much for being here with me today on The Ridiculously Good VA Show. And remember, your business doesn't grow because you try more things. It grows because you follow a clear plan, stay consistent, and build momentum over time. Thanks for tuning in today. I'll see you next time!

11 min

MAR 19

Is Being a Virtual Assistant Right For You?

Today, we're talking about whether becoming a virtual assistant is actually the right fit for you. If you are here listening it is probably because you are teying to figure outbwhether becoming a virtual assistant is the right decision for you. Because the truth is, it's an incredible opportunity, but it's not for everyone. And my goal today is to give you the clarity you need to decide. There are a lot of things to think about, and I hope to cover all the most important ones today! Now, if we haven't met before, my name is Tracey D'Aviero. I am The Confidence Coach for Virtual Assistants, and I've been working from home for over twenty five years. I've been training and coaching VAs since 2010, helping people just like you start and grow their businesses. And through all of that, what I've really become known for is helping VAs build confidence. Confidence in their services, their pricing, their marketing, and their ability to actually run a business. Because here's what I've learned. Most people don't struggle with ability. They struggle with belief. And that's what keeps them stuck. Most of the VAs who come to me for help don't need to learn anything new, they just need to know why someone should work with them. They need the confidence to connect with the clients who need them, and to make good decisions in their business. But let's not get ahead of ourselves yet. You need the confidence to believe that you CAN do this (you can!). So today, we're going to walk through a few key things. What a virtual assistant actually does, what you need to know before you start, what you don't need to know, and most importantly, how to decide if this is right for you. Now, if you're feeling excited about this, but also a little overwhelmed, that's completely normal. And it's exactly why I created my Getting Started as a Virtual Assistant program. This program walks you through everything we talked about today in a clear, simple, step-by-step way. It helps you create your business plan, set your rates, define your services, and start finding clients. It's designed to help you stop overthinking and start taking action. And one of the things I'm really proud of is that it doesn't just give you information. It helps you build confidence as you go. Because again, that's the piece that makes the biggest difference. So if you're ready to move forward, I would absolutely love to support you inside that program. It's just $97CAD. It is a self paced program that you go through at your own speed. You can do it quickly if you have some decisions made already. You can take your time if you are just starting. By the end of the program you will have the framework you need to start your VA business. And if you're not quite there yet, that's okay too. Take what you learned today. Think about it. Reflect on your why. Look at your skills. And ask yourself honestly, is this something I want to pursue? It is a big decision to start a business. But if the answer is yes, you don't need to have it all figured out. You just need to take the first step. And the first step is picking up my Getting Started as a VA Self Study. It has helped hundreds of VAs just like you get their business off the ground, confidently and quickly. Go to GetStartedVA.com to register today! And if you still aren't sure if being a VA is right for you, get in touch with me to talk about it. I'd love to chat with you soon!

14 min

MAR 18

Why Your VA Business Is Not Growing (And How To Fix It)

In today's episode I want to talk about something that I know so many of you are experiencing right now. You're putting in the effort. You've started your VA business, or maybe you've been at it for a little while, and you genuinely want this to work. You like the idea of having your own clients, making your own schedule, and building something that actually fits your life. But despite all of that, things just aren't growing the way you expected. Or the way you want. Maybe you're not getting consistent clients. Maybe the clients you are getting aren't paying what you'd hoped. Or maybe you feel like you're doing all the right things, but nothing is really clicking yet. And that's frustrating. It can also be really discouraging, especially when you start wondering if you're missing something that everyone else seems to understand. If you're anything like I was, you don't talk yo anyone about it. You just beat yourself up. You keep trying to find your own way. And that makes it even harder. So, I want to walk you through a few of the real reasons your VA business might not be growing right now. Not from a place of judgment, but from a place of clarity. Because when you understand what's actually going on, you can start to fix it in a way that feels doable and realistic. If you listen to this and recognize yourself in some of these areas, I want you to know that this is normal. It doesn't mean you're failing. It doesn't mean this isn't going to work for you. It simply means that you've likely reached a point where you need more clarity, more structure, and more intentional action. You don't need to do more. You need to do the right things, in the right way, consistently. And that's exactly why I created Booked & Busy Bootcamp. This is a 90-day program starting in April, where we focus on helping you clarify your services, start attracting better clients, and build real confidence through action. Not by overwhelming you, but by giving you a simple, structured approach that you can actually follow. So instead of spinning your wheels and wondering what to do next, you have a clear path forward and the support to keep going. I'll be sharing more details about the program very soon, and I would love to have you in it. Working together for 12 weeks can help you get where you want to go, where you should be! I'd love to help you move those feet forward. It's the only reason I'm here at all, to help you become a ridiculously good virtual assistant! I appreciate you tuning in today. I'm Tracey D'Aviero, The Confidence Coach for VAs. I'll see you next time! Work with me: https://YourVAMentor.com/links

11 min

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How to Talk About Your Services So People Actually Inquire

The Real Reason Your VA Business Feels Scattered

How to Use Speaking to Market Your VA Business

Stop Doing It All By Yourself And Start Booking Clients

The Simple Plan Most Virtual Assistants Are Missing

Is Being a Virtual Assistant Right For You?

Why Your VA Business Is Not Growing (And How To Fix It)

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How to Use Speaking to Market Your VA Business

Stop Doing It All By Yourself And Start Booking Clients

The Simple Plan Most Virtual Assistants Are Missing

Is Being a Virtual Assistant Right For You?

Why Your VA Business Is Not Growing (And How To Fix It)

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