The Sam + Jo VA Show

We get asked frequently how virtual assistants should be showcasing their work – and what types of projects they should be including.

It's a common question because everyone knows having a standout …

In the lead-up to the holiday season many virtual assistants are stressing and wracking their brains to pick the perfect end of year thank you gifts for their regular clients.

Why?

Because building…

Most of us are familiar with this well-known quote by Anne Lamott:

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes … Including you.”

But despite knowing it to be true, burnout…

Becoming a sub-contractor for an already established VA business is not only a great way for those new to the VA world to gain some experience, it’s the route many VAs go down who have no interest in…

Don’t make your first impression a last impression!

That very first consultation/discovery call with a new lead is your time to shine! 

In fact, your #1 priority is to make that potential client wa…

First impressions count online, and a bad first impression it all it takes for a potential client to head elsewhere.

But standing out online can be daunting, especially when you look around at other…

Don’t worry! VAs are NOT leaving the industry in droves! However, many are shying away from using the title ‘Virtual Assistant’. 

Love it or hate it, the term ‘VA’ is one that is easily recognisable…

After listening to this episode on the differences between a Virtual Assistant and an Online Business Manager, we think there will be more than a few of you saying “WTF! I’m already an OBM but never …

Established VA business owners around the globe are right this second searching for sub-contractors to join their growing teams.

In this episode, Sam + Jo share with you the do's and do nots if you’…

Like a lot of things in the virtual assistant industry, there is no one-size-fits-all timeline of how long it takes to become a VA.

Some manage it in a matter of hours. For others it’s weeks – month…

Once upon a time Sam + Jo were asked by a member of the VA community whether it was possible to earn a 6 figure income as a VA.

A pretty innocent question right? Who knew the responses this query wo…

Wouldn’t you just love the opportunity to peek inside the mind of a potential client to see what it is they REALLY want when looking for their right-fit VA?

Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, Coach and …

When it comes to transitioning from a 9-5 job to your new VA venture, there are a range of different options to choose from. 

In this episode, Sam + Jo discuss the five options in detail, the pros &…

Is there such a thing as too many VAs?

We’re currently witnessing a never-seen-before growth in the number of new VAs entering the market, which is undoubtedly causing worry the industry will become…

Sam + Jo often talk about the key to finding clients is building meaningful relationships.

Most Virtual Assistants know what it takes to do that successfully through networking, but there are many y…

Most people feel doubt – that’s normal. But it’s detrimental to your VA dreams if you let those feelings of fear and inadequacy control your actions.

In this episode Sam + Jo chat to business and li…

The episode you’ve all been waiting for! The episode where Sam + Jo disagree!

Will there be fireworks? Will there be tears? …Nope. It’s just a calm discussion where opposing views are shared, leavin…

With our industry thriving it’s understandable that many virtual assistants are worried about getting lost in the crowd. 

Sam + Jo, along with special guest Pallas Hupe Cotter from Pop With Pallas, …

We’re all about positivity in our businesses, but let’s face it … an occasional rant now and then with like-minded friends is bloody cathartic, and after being in business for as long as Sam + Jo hav…

These are the common pricing terms talked about by Virtual Assistants around the world. But what’s the difference and what’s best for you?

If you are new to the Virtual Assistant world we recommend …