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The Business Of Being A Virtual Assistant

Tiffany Parson: Virtual Assistant Coach | Virtual Assistant Trainer | TheWebinarVA | ThePodcastVA | Podcaster | Speaker | Trainer | Coach | Digital Media Strategisttiffanyparson.com
This podcast is about owning a virtual assistant business. We take on the challenges that come when you provide a service while also needing to facilitate the same service in your own business. Additionally, we discuss how to get started as a virtual assistant, pitfalls, come backs, tips and more all related to owning a virtual service provider business.
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Episodes

TBBVA266 – 🎙️ Why Do We Do What We Do? Examining Our Actions and Motivations 😃

On Video: In Summary: NEW EPISODE ALERT Are we just following the same old routines, or are we truly doing what’s best for ourselves? Take a moment to reflect and find your own answer. Let’s get into it! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA266 – 🎙️ Why Do We Do What We Do? Examining Our Actions and Motivations 😃 appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

Mar 23, 202411 min

TBBVA265 – 🎙️ Overcoming Nerves: A Guide to Setting Your Rates with Confidence in Your Virtual Assistant Business 😃

On Video: In Summary: NEW EPISODE ALERT Let’s break the taboo and talk about money! It’s time to get comfortable with setting your rates and discussing finances with potential clients. Join the conversation and share your tips for tackling this tough topic! Let’s get into it! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA265 – 🎙️ Overcoming Nerves: A Guide to Setting Your Rates with Confidence in Your Virtual Assistant Business 😃 appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

Mar 17, 20248 min

TBBVA264 – 🎙️ Why It’s Normal: Quitting or Letting Go in Your Virtual Assistant Business 😃

On Video: In Summary: NEW EPISODE ALERT Raise your hand if this thought has crossed your mind this week: If I quit my business, what will happen? Trust me, you’re not alone. It’s natural to question our decisions and worry about the future. But I’m here to remind you that you are capable of success and your business is worth fighting for! Believe in yourself and keep working towards your goals. Let’s discuss! Let’s get into it! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA264 – 🎙️ Why It’s Normal: Quitting...

Mar 09, 202411 min

TBBVA263 – 🎙️ Taking a Mental Break for Success in Your Virtual Assistant Business 😃

On Video: In Summary: NEW EPISODE ALERT Let’s talk about taking a much-needed mental break. When was the last time you slowed down and gave your mind a break? Join us on this first episode as we discuss the importance of self-care and taking time for yourself. Because even on the weekends, it’s important to give your mind a break from all the hustle and bustle. Tune in now and let’s get real about the need for balance in our busy lives Let’s get into it! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA263 – 🎙...

Mar 02, 202410 min

TBBVA262 – 🎙️ Preparing for 2024 in Your Virtual Assistant Business 🤔

On Video: In Summary: In this week’s episode we’re discussing the importance of planning for the new year (2024) and suggests that it’s important to start now. Outlined are seven key points to consider. Don’t wait until January to begin your plans as you may lose motivation, instead start now in November . Let’s get into it! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA262 – 🎙️ Preparing for 2024 in Your Virtual Assistant Business 🤔 appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

Nov 11, 202316 min

TBBVA261 – 🎙️ Are You Ready for the Holidays? 🤔

On Video: In Summary: In this week’s episode, we’re discussing what is needed in order to prepare for the holidays. It’s important we all take some time away while at the same time ensuring you have a business when you return. Let’s chat about it LIVE! Let’s get into it! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA261 – 🎙️ Are You Ready for the Holidays? 🤔 appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

Nov 04, 20238 min

TBBVA260 – 🎙️ Fourth Quarter: Make the Decision! 🤔

On Video: In Summary: In this episode, we discuss to taking action and making decisions quickly , even if you’re nervous. Make quick decisions in order to succeed in your business. Using a sports analogy you’ll understand the importance of being ready for opportunities and taking risks even when you are not sure. Put yourself out there and rebuke negative influences. Let’s get into it! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA260 – 🎙️ Fourth Quarter: Make the Decision! 🤔 appeared first on Tiffany Pars...

Oct 21, 20239 min

TBBVA259 – Part Two Treating Clients’ Business with Care

On Video: In Summary: In this episode we discuss the importance of treating your client’s business with care. If you don’t have an interest in their industry, it will be difficult to provide exceptional work. It is important to evaluate whether or not a client’s business is something you can get into before taking them on as a client. Additionally, if you are only in it for the money, it will show and your clients will notice. To keep clients returning, you must genuinely care about their busine...

Oct 14, 202310 min

TBBVA258 – Treating Clients’ Business Like Your Own

On Video: In Summary: In this episode, we discuss what it means to treat a client’s business as if it were one’s own. This includes delivering tasks as soon as possible and making sure that the work is of the highest quality. It also involves asking yourself if what you are delivering is something you would want. Treating a client’s business with care leads to long-lasting relationships and more referrals. Let’s discuss what this looks like in action! Let’s discuss! Much love, Tiffany The post T...

Oct 07, 20239 min

TBBVA257 – Communicating Your Needs and Wants in Your Virtual Assistant Business

On Video: In Summary: After a long week, I’m here to share how you can communicate exactly what you want from your clients. If they don’t know what they want, or they want everything, it’s not the right time to work with them. I’m also sharing best places to go if you’re feeling out of the loop when it comes to providing services and online business. Let’s discuss! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA257 – Communicating Your Needs and Wants in Your Virtual Assistant Business appeared first on Tiffa...

Aug 26, 202313 min

TBBVA256 – How to Handle Scope Creep as a Virtual Assistant Business Owner

On Video: In Summary: In this week’s episode, we discuss how to handle scope creep. It’s where clients ask you to do additional tasks that are not apart of the initial agreement. Initially you may be nervous to tell them that’s an additional cost. However , if you don’t you will be frustrated and feel resentment towards your client . Remember it’s YOUR business. The client takes your lead. Let’s discuss what to say and how to get your money! Much love, Tiffany [contact-form] The post TBBVA256 – ...

Aug 12, 202313 min

TBBVA255 – The Response Is Not Your Responsibility

On Video: In Summary: In this week’s episode we discuss response and responsibility. Who’s is it? How you respond to this podcast is none of my business. I’m responsible for ensuring what I put out their is what I am to say in that moment. When you send proposals, rates, emails, etc., you are not responsible for the response. We are only responsible for what we can control. Fear will have you making up a whole scenario on your end that’s not true. It will mislead you and paralyze you. Not any mo...

Jul 29, 202312 min

TBBVA254 – Adjusting to Growth

On Video: In Summary: Today’s episode I discuss what’s happening behind the scenes and how we’re adjusting. This applies to both solo and team virtual assistant business models. The key: remember it’s your ball, your court. Let’s discuss! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA254 – Adjusting to Growth appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

Jul 22, 202310 min

TBBVA253 – Focus on Your Strengths in Your Virtual Assistant Business and Life

On Video: In Summary: Are you working to be great at everything in your business and even your life? If you think back to when you were in school you’ll recall the whole concept of being a “well-rounded” student. They really had us trying to be great at everything from the classroom, to the field, to service. In this episode, we discuss how that affects us today in business and what we can do to no longer live by that philosophy; instead, do life focusing on our strengths. Let’s discuss! Much lo...

Jul 15, 202316 min

TBBVA252 – Using A.I. Plus Efficiencies in Your Virtual Assistant Business

On Video: In Summary: In this week’s episode, I share how utilizing A.I. tools can help with being more efficient in our virtual assistant businesses. I also share an embarrassing incident with A.I. and Zoom. Let’s discuss! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA252 – Using A.I. Plus Efficiencies in Your Virtual Assistant Business appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

Jul 08, 202312 min

TBBVA251 – How Are You Showing Up in Your Virtual Assistant Business

On Video: In Summary: In this week’s episode, we discuss how the way you see yourself effects how you show up for your business. I’m putting forth a challenge to write down the big dream for your virtual assistant business. This will help in how we see ourselves going forward. Take a listen. Let’s discuss! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA251 – How Are You Showing Up in Your Virtual Assistant Business appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

Jun 17, 202310 min

TBBVA250 – Why Are You Doing That In Your Virtual Assistant Business

On Video: In Summary: This week we dive into why we are doing what we do in our virtual assistant business. Some things you’re doing because you’ve always done it that way. Is that a good enough answer? More than likely it’s not. Does that mean you should change it? Not necessarily. It’s almost Summer, a new season both in the natural and in the spiritual. With new, comes, change. no more same old, same old. Let’s discuss in this week’s episode! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA250 – Why Are You...

Jun 10, 20238 min

TBBVA249 – Do you believe you can do anything?

On Video: In Summary: In this week’s episode, I’m challenging your beliefs. Specifically, your limiting beliefs in what you can do. Business requires you to do what you have never done. If you believe you can only do what you know, you are at your peak right now. You have to believe you can do anything because you don’t know everything. Let’s talk! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA249 – Do you believe you can do anything? appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

May 19, 202312 min

TBBVA 248 – Let’s Talk About Social Media in Your Virtual Assistant Business

Links Referenced: Facebook Page On Video: In Summary: I have a couple of questions for you: Can your clients’ business survive without social media? Can your virtual assistant business survive without social media? We’re exploring this question in today’s episode along with the reasons why we may not be showing up. It is my hope that after watching you’ll embrace where your social media pages are now and start from there. Enjoy the process, it should be fun and not a chore. Whether large or smal...

May 12, 202315 min

TBBVA 247 – You Are Qualified: Your Virtual Assistant Business (Part 3)

On Video: In Summary: In this week’s episode, we wrap up the series. It’s funny how time flies by. I didn’t realize it has been almost 15 years since I started my business journey until the end of part two. God is good. I want you to know that. I’m stressing how it relates to your qualifications for being a virtual assistant. Let’s discuss it! Much love, Tiffany The post TBBVA 247 – You Are Qualified: Your Virtual Assistant Business (Part 3) appeared first on Tiffany Parson ....

May 05, 202310 min
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