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Different Ways to Price Your Virtual Assistant Services

November 15, 2017 By Alicia Jay Leave a Comment

When it comes to pricing your virtual assistant services, you’ve probably heard a lot of different terms—and a lot of different advice.

Charge hourly.

Ask for a retainer.

Create packages.

But what does it all mean?

And what’s right for you and your business?

In this video, I break it down into simple terms and give you the answers you need.

Watch the video here:

Notes and Links from the video:

–First decide how much you want to make. This is YOUR business, so YOU get to choose!

–Starting your business on a small budget. This article will help.

–Figure out your base hourly rate. This article will help.

–Mindset: Stop thinking like an employee when it comes to charging for your services.

–Options like charging hourly, per project and retainer.

–Create value-based packages in order to make more money. This article will help.

Looking for support and guidance as you price your services?

Then join me in the VA Startup Mastermind.

Get the resources and help you need to configure your prices, narrow down your services, set up your client processes, and so much more!

This is an affordable all-in-one solution to help you create and build a solid foundation for your VA business. Get the tools and support you need to take action and make it happen.

Find out more and sign up here:
https://www.newvaadvice.com/startup-mastermind/

PS: Check out the price discount for joining in November 2017!

THIS is Where to Start with Your Virtual Assistant Business

November 2, 2017 By Alicia Jay Leave a Comment

Once you make the decision to start your virtual assistant business, the overwhelm can quickly set in.

What do I do first?

What should I set up?

Where should I get the information that I need?

WHERE DO I START?

If any of that sounds like the dialogue in your head, this video will give you the FIRST two things you should do at the very beginning of your process.

Watch the video here:

Resources mentioned in the video:

–>Define your services.

–>Get clear on a viable market.

–>Participate in the free 5 Day Activate Your VA Biz Challenge to get clear on your services and market.

–>Make your business a reality—get the resources and support you need in the VA Startup Mastermind.

Introducing the VA Startup Mastermind!

October 26, 2017 By Alicia Jay Leave a Comment

The Startup Mastermind is a program that I’ve run for a little while, but I’ve breathed new life into it, revamped it and made it even MORE worth it for you.

If you’re in the setup stages of building your virtual assistant business and you wish you had ONE place to get all of the resources you need to get started–as well as the support of someone who’s been where you are—at a really AFFORDABLE rate, this might be exactly what you’re looking for!

In this video, I give you all the details, plus a little motivation to stop waiting for the “right” time and start your virtual assistant business now:

Resources mentioned in the video:

–>If fear is stopping you from starting your VA business, read these articles:

–1. https://www.newvaadvice.com/2014/01/24/6-tips-overcome-fear-start-va-business/

–2. https://www.newvaadvice.com/2017/04/22/working-fear-create-virtual-assistant-business/

–>To know if you have a viable business idea, you need to start with services that you can provide and a market that will pay you for them. Take this free challenge to discover your services and market: https://www.newvaadvice.com/activate-challenge/

–>If you’re at a point where you’re really confused, you don’t know which end is up or if this whole virtual assistant thing is right for you, schedule a free call with me here: https://www.newvaadvice.com/call-application-form/

Now for the BEST resource!

If you KNOW that you really want to create a virtual assistant business that you love and you’d like an all-in-one solution to get the resources and support you need to get this business started–at a price you can afford–join us in the VA Startup Mastermind!

Click here to learn more and join:
https://www.newvaadvice.com/startup-mastermind/

Three Reasons That Mondays Are Awesome

February 13, 2017 By Alicia Jay 2 Comments

On Sunday nights and Monday mornings, as I scroll through my Facebook feed, what I usually see are posts about how everyone is dreading Mondays.

And I smile, realizing that I don’t feel that way anymore. This is for a couple of reasons. I’m going to share them with you so that your Mondays can be awesome, too!

Reason #1

The first and biggest is that I run my own business and I make the rules, so Monday doesn’t have to be so dreadful.

When I started my virtual assistant business years ago, I realized that I was finally free from the 9 to 5. I didn’t have to show up for work when someone else told me to. I didn’t have to work certain hours imposed by someone else.

Reason #2

Another reason that I think Mondays are awesome, and I don’t dread them, is because I figured out a schedule that works best for me. I make sure to include time in my schedule for the things that are important to me: time with my family, personal time, business time, time to work out. It’s all scheduled in.

At the end of the week, I take a look at what I want to accomplish for the next week. I organize my list and calendar. This way, when Monday comes, I open my planner and just get started. I don’t feel frazzled, jumping from one thing to the next without a clear direction.

If you’re still trying to figure out a schedule that works for you and a better way to set goals, you should click here and check this out.

Reason #3

Perhaps one of the best ways that Mondays are awesome for me is that, as a business coach for virtual assistants, I get to help other people reframe their mindset when it comes to their business, life and goals. I get to be the one to help them see a different way—a better way. I get to encourage, motivate and support them while they create something they really want.

I have to tell you, that feels SOOO good!

And I’m really enjoying doing this within the context of my Mastermind groups. Group members tell me all the time that the accountability and support they get in the Masterminds is what really keeps them going.

Let me tell you a little more.

The Startup Mastermind is for when you’re starting out and setting up a solid foundation.

This is for you if you’re working on setting up your VA business, processes, systems, taking courses, etc. You’d love accountability to keep moving forward and a place where you can ask questions when you’re stuck or overwhelmed.

Click here to learn more about the Startup Mastermind.

The Marketing Mastermind is for when you’re ready to market your business in order to bring in clients that you love.

This is for you if you’ve set up all the behind-the-scenes of your business and you’re ready to start bringing in clients. You’d love some accountability as you create a marketing plan that works for you, and a place to ask questions when you feel stuck or overwhelmed.

Click here to learn more about the Marketing Mastermind.

Both Masterminds include live group calls with me, a private Facebook group and private resources on my website. Both of these options are very affordable at $19.99 USD per month. There is no minimum monthly commitment. So, you can leave the Mastermind at any time.

This is affordable accountability and support!

So, instead of dreading Monday, I see it as a day full of new possibilities. I get to shape this week and make it look any way I want. I get to go after my goals. I get to make things happen. A much more exciting way to look at the beginning of the week, isn’t it?

Join us in one of the Masterminds and change that way YOU look at Mondays.

Click here for the Startup Mastermind:
https://www.newvaadvice.com/startup-mastermind/

Click here for the Marketing Mastermind:
https://www.newvaadvice.com/marketing-mastermind/

Questions? Just leave a comment. I want you to find the right fit, and I’m happy to discuss things with you!