Ever wondered if you can delegate dating? Can a VA could help you find love? We kind of can! In this episode, we share the heartwarming story of how we supported a busy CEO in his quest to start dating again. From crafting the perfect dating profile to planning memorable dates, discover how our team helped make romance possible for a time-strapped executive.

Episode Highlights:

• The unexpected ways a Lifestyle VA can support your dating journey
• A behind-the-scenes look at our CEO client's transformation from too-busy-to-date to finding lasting love
• Creative solutions for common dating challenges faced by busy professionals
• How we turned a winter evening in London into an unforgettable second date
• The success story: From first match to finding "the one"

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on how we helped one particularly charming CEO navigate the modern dating landscape and we'll show you how a VA can transform your dating experience.

Our CEO client not only found his match but is still happily coupled up years later. While we can't take credit for the love story itself, we're proud to have played a part in making it possible.

If you're a busy executive wanting to give your love life the attention it deserves, you don't have to go it alone. Tune in to find out how our Lifestyle VA services can support your dating journey, from profile creation to date planning and beyond.

Want to Learn More?

Visit our website to discover our full range of Lifestyle VA services and how we can help you find balance – and maybe even love – in your busy life.

Note: This success story shared with permission. Client details kept confidential to protect privacy.

Resources Mentioned:

• Hire a VA For The Day here
• Explore our Lifestyle Virtual Assistant services here
• Follow Mel on Linkedin for more tips and insights here
• Book a free Discovery Call with Mel to discuss how a VA can support your business or life admin.
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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In this episode, we reveal how investing £420 monthly in a Lifestyle Virtual Assistant can transform your home life and your relationship from running on fumes to beautifully organised and happy.

I’ll share how successful but overburdened couples have been virtually outsourcing their household management to us to create more space for what truly matters with as little as 10 hours a month.

We’ll be covering;

• Why household management is a leading cause of relationship tension
• How home VA support can transform relationship dynamics
• The strategic approach to outsourcing life admin
• Why date nights and family celebrations matter more than you think

Learn how couples are using Virtual Assistants to eliminate the "invisible work" that typically falls on one partner, creating more equality and harmony at home.

Ready to get some quality time back for your relationship and have your home life organised for you?

Listen to the full episode for detailed strategies and real examples of how we have been helping folks just like you create a more harmonious home life.

Click below to learn more about working with our Lifestyle Virtual Assistants.

Resources Mentioned:

• Explore our Lifestyle Virtual Assistant services here
• Follow Mel on Linkedin for more tips and insights here
• Book a free Discovery Call with Mel to discuss how a VA can support your business or life admin.
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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In this pod swap episode from Lauren Glynn’s podcast Process to Profit, Lauren interviews me - Mel Maw, founder of the Lifestyle Virtual Assistant Agency, to challenge common misconceptions about VA agencies and explore what set’s my agency apart by breaking down what quality support really looks like.

Lauren asked me some brilliant questions and I share my refreshingly honest perspective on:

• Why working with an agency often costs the same as hiring directly
• How my UK-based agency ensures fair compensation and maintains high standards
• The extensive behind-the-scenes support that makes client-VA relationships thrive
• Real strategies for maintaining work-life boundaries and preventing burnout
• How security, confidentiality, and data protection actually work in practice

I break down exactly what goes into creating successful client-VA relationships and why proper matching, training, and ongoing support matter more than just finding the lowest price.

This episode was previously published in 2024 on the Process to Profit podcast with Lauren Glynn titled: Bonus Ep - VA Series, The Case for VA Agencies (shared on my podcast with permission)

Resources Mentioned:

• Explore The Lifestyle VA’s Services here
• Follow Mel on Linkedin for more tips and insights here
• Book a free Discovery Call with Mel to discuss how a VA can support your business or life admin.
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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If you’ve ever wondered what hiring a VA is like, how getting matched works, and just how essential a VA can be to your business, this is a conversation you definitely want to listen to.

Key moments from the episode:

• Jo's vulnerable story of realising she needed VA support after her husband's passing, and how fighting against getting help initially held her business back
• Why even HR experts sometimes need help hiring (Jo's admission that her "talent radar can be off" is so refreshing)
• The results her dedicated right-hand VA created: her business debt collection improved from 60% to 85-90% of monthly ledger collected.
• A candid discussion about handling her VA’s maternity leave and how we went about finding her the perfect temporary replacement (It really is all about the handover!)
• The financial benefits of using VAs versus employees in 2025, especially with the new NI contribution changes and why this year we’ll see such a shift away from employment into the likes of VA contractor services.

*Trigger warning - episode discusses the death of a loved one.

Resources Mentioned:

• Meet Jo: Her website
• Book a free Discovery Call with Mel to discuss how a VA can effortlessly transform your business or your life admin.
• Follow Mel on Linkedin for more tips and insights here
• View our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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In this episode, I’ll be sharing how to hire a VA with confidence, especially when you’ve got sensitive information at stake.

I’m sharing everything you need to know about how our Virtual Assistants protect their clients and what important factors to look for when hiring including:

•How we handle privacy for CEOs with trade secrets (yes, even the ones with world famous apps and products you and I use every day).

•Why our medical professionals trust us to navigate patient confidentiality with the care and trust your patients need.

•Exactly how we keep our high-profile client lives (and sensitive info) under wraps – so they feel safe and protected with us.

Learn how we (and every VA should) safeguard your data with NDAs, encrypted passwords, and tailored systems. And hear why trusting the right VA can be a game-changer, not a gamble.

Ready to hire a brilliant, trustworthy VA, so you can feel at ease when hiring a VA in 2025? I encourage you to book a call now using the link below.

Resources Mentioned:

• Follow Mel on Linkedin for more tips and insights here
• Book a free Discovery Call to discuss how a VA can effortlessly transform your business or your life admin.
• Download our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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I break down three key trends reshaping how businesses like yours work with VAs — and the third one will help you weight up employing someone for the role, or hiring a VA instead.

From pay transparency and fair wages to accessing specialised services without juggling multiple providers, these trends aren’t just predictions — they’re based of over 6 years running a Virtual Assistant agency in this field.

Plus, with rising employment costs on the horizon, the VA model could be more valuable and cost effective than ever.

Ready to be informed so you can make better moves when hiring a VA in 2025? Tune in now. Your business will thank you later.

Resources Mentioned:

• Follow Mel on Linkedin for more tips and insights here
• Book a free Discovery Call to discuss how a VA can effortlessly transform your business or your life admin.
• View our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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In this episode, I dive into why now is the perfect time to hire a Virtual Assistant (VA). Whether you’re doing your year-end review, setting ambitious 2025 goals, or craving more downtime without dropping the ball, a VA can be the productive back office support you’ve been thinking of bringing on board.

We’ll explore how:

• Your year-end review can reveal where you really need support.
• How setting bigger goals becomes way more doable when you’ve got the right VA by your side.
• Resting doesn’t have to mean things stop moving — because your VA keeps the wheels turning even when you’re off the clock.

By the end of this episode, you’ll see how hiring a VA can free you up to do more of what you love — in business and in life. Ready to kick off the new year feeling supported, productive, and restful?

Let’s chat. Book your call now — link below in the show notes!

Resources Mentioned:

• Follow Mel on Linkedin for more tips and insights here
• Book a free Discovery Call to discuss how a VA can effortlessly transform your business or your life admin.
• Download our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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We’re diving into the difference between reactive mode and proactive mode—what they actually look like, why reactive mode is secretly running the show, and how it’s wreaking havoc on your business (and sanity).

Spoiler: When you’re stuck in reactive mode, the mistakes pile up, frustration levels skyrocket, and your team and clients might feel the fallout more than you realise.

But it’s not all doom and gloom—there’s a better way to operate, and we’re breaking it all down and telling you how you can switch into proactive mode.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

•How to know if you’re stuck in reactive mode (even if it feels like “business as usual”).

•The sneaky ways reactive thinking shows up in your emails, calendar, and even your team communication.

•Why switching to proactive mode could save your energy, improve client retention, and finally let you focus on the projects that actually move the needle.

We’ll also chat about the one of the many things that can help you make the shift: support and the kind you need.

Whether it’s getting help with inbox management or those time-consuming admin tasks, this might be the key to stepping into proactive mode and reclaiming your time and brain space.

So, if you’re ready to feel one step ahead (instead of five steps behind), hit play now. Let’s get into it!

Links & Resources:

• Ready to explore how a Virtual Assistant could help you get out of reactive mode? Book a free chat here.
• Follow Mel on Linkedin for more tips and insights here
• Download our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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You’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into the sneaky, exhausting culprit of decision fatigue and explore how it affects every part of your life as a business owner or CEO.

Experts say we make up to 35,000 choices a day—and as a business owner, those decisions can pile up fast, leaving you feeling drained, scattered, and unable to focus on the big picture.

Tune In to Learn:

•What decision fatigue really is and why it impacts high achievers and business owners like you so heavily.

•Signs you’re in the “decision fatigue danger zone” and how it’s affecting your productivity, relationships, and energy.

•How a Virtual Assistant can help you reduce decision fatigue by taking on routine choices, so you can get back to leading and growing your business with clarity and confidence.

If you’re ready to stop letting decision fatigue drain you and start working with a VA who takes all those micro-decisions off your plate, book a call with us—click the link below

Resources Mentioned:

• Download our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Book a free Discovery Call to discuss how a VA can effortlessly transform your business or your life admin.
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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But I found my saving grace: boundaries. And today, I’m sharing exactly how you can use the same boundaries I set up to keep my business running smoothly while protecting your peace and avoiding burnout.

In this episode, I walk you through the 5 Essential Boundaries that have been game-changers for me. From blocking off set days for deep work, to turning off notifications, and setting clear email-checking routines, these strategies help me focus on what really matters.

Here’s what you’ll get out of today’s episode:

•Why I swear by “no-call Mondays and Fridays” to set up my week and stay ahead and still get everything done

•How time-blocking and checking Slack just twice a day keep me sane and productive

•How I minimise distractions to protect my focus

•My easy, four-step email system to keep my inbox (and mind) clear and organised

•How creating SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for everything has freed me up and empowered my team

If you’re a CEO looking for more headspace, some productivity magic, or simply a smoother path to scaling, these boundaries could make a world of difference for you, too.

Ready to reclaim your time? Tune in to hear how I make these boundaries work for me—and if you’re thinking a VA could help you get similar results, click the link below to book a call with me.

And don’t forget to subscribe for more insights on productivity and business growth in upcoming episodes.

Resources Mentioned:

• Download our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Book a free Discovery Call to discuss how a VA can effortlessly transform your business or your life admin.
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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In this episode, we dive into how my team of VAs are embracing AI and automation tools to up their productivity and provide the kind of service for their clients that knocks their socks off.

I’ll share five of my favourite AI and automation tools that we use in our VA agency, showing you how they streamline tasks and free up time for clients and make our clients also look damn good in the process.

I’ll be chatting about 5 brilliant AI and automation tools we use and how we use em.

From ManyChat's chatbot automations to Zapier's task management magic, AI tools like ChatGPT, Calendly, Motion, and Fathom have been transforming the way our VAs work and our clients LOVE it.

But don’t be mistaken – the human touch is still key.

These tools serve to super power a VAs productivity, but I’m sharing why they won’t replace them.

Sometimes you can’t beat a thoughtful VA, a sprinkle of common sense and some human sense checking, but AI really shaves off hours on repetitive tasks.

Tune in to find out how!

Resources Mentioned:

• Download our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Book a free Discovery Call to discuss how a VA can effortlessly transform your business or your life admin (with or without AI).
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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Whether you’re eye-rolling or already in festive mode, it’s time to get serious about planning. And yes, it may only be September, but if you want to swap holiday stress for mulled wine bliss, the time to act is NOW.

In this episode, we’re giving you the ultimate guide to prepping for the festive season with the help of a Virtual Assistant.

From booking parties to organising gifts, I’ll be sharing how my team of brilliant Virtual Assistants are already helping our clients to thrive, not just survive, this festive season.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

🎉 Work Christmas Parties - from planning to the final details

🥂 VIP Dinners: Got important clients or team members to impress?

🎁 Personal Holiday Planning: Date nights, family gatherings, and Christmas travel

🎄 Gift Shopping: No more last-minute dashes for gifts!

🚞 Holiday Travel: From Lapland to skiing getaways...

Ready to take the chaos out of Christmas?

Let us help you turn the holiday season into a breeze.

My team of expert VAs is accepting new clients this month, so be sure to check out the links below to book a call or download our service guide.

Let’s make this Christmas your best (and most organised) one yet! 🎅🎁

📌 Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

📌 If you'd like to jump on a 20 minute discovery call and find out more in person, click here to book a call

📌 Join my weekly email series Delegate Like a CEO, by clicking here

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Spoiler alert: it’s been life-changing for her and her family! 🌟

After five years of trying to do it all in business and with both her and her husband feeling exhausted managing a home and family too, Carie realised something crucial: you don’t have to be good at everything. She opens up about the struggle of Mum guilt, learning to let go and hire experts, first at work, and then in her home life.

🏡 The big shift? Carie started working with us and we matched her with her lifestyle VA and it’s been a total game-changer. At first, she felt a little crazy for needing help with everyday things like groceries and school emails, but soon discovered that freeing up her time wasn’t just practical—it was essential.

✨ What we cover in this episode:

• Carie’s journey from feeling overwhelmed to embracing the support of a lifestyle Virtual Assistant
• How outsourcing small tasks has given Carie more time and energy for what truly matters
• The massive relief of letting go of the mental load, especially with the demands of running a business and family
• Why Carie’s husband is now her VA’s biggest fan (hello, life-changing brain space!)
• Carie’s 40th birthday trip and how her VA made it all happen—stress-free!

Whether you’re feeling like you’re drowning in daily to-dos or just curious about what outsourcing can do for you, Carie’s story will inspire you to rethink how you manage your time and maybe even take that leap toward a more balanced life with one of our Lifestyle VAs.

🎙️ Tune in and discover how outsourcing your home life can be your secret weapon to living smarter, not harder!

Get in touch with Carie

If you’re in communications or wanting to get some comms strategy for your business and you’d like to get in touch with Carie and take up her on her free mentoring offer, simply check out her business below and drop her an email today:

• Seymour PR: https://www.seymourpr.co.uk/
• Carie: Carie@seymourpr.co.uk

Curious and want to find out how a Lifestyle (or business) VA can help you in your life, home and family? Let’s jump on a 20 minute discovery call chat, click here to answer a couple of short questions and book a call.

Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

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As the owner of Virtual Assistant agency owner with over 6 years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how the first month can set the tone for success or failure between a client and their VA.

So today, I’m sharing what to expect and how to succeed with your Virtual Assistant in those important first four weeks of working with a VA.

From setting up systems to communicating expectations, I’ll walk you through exactly how to ensure this new and eventually close knit partnership delivers results.

We’ll cover:

• Why the first week is all about setting your Virtual Assistant up for success
• How to streamline the onboarding process and avoid common client/ VA mistakes
• The importance of communication and feedback during the early stages
• How to delegate efficiently from day one without overwhelming yourself or your VA
• Strategies to avoid the "I’ll just do it myself" trap

If you’re ready to build a strong, lasting partnership with your VA and truly lighten your day to day workload, this episode is just what you need to hear today.

Key Takeaways:

1. Week 1: How to kickstart your VA relationship with a detailed onboarding call and essential access setups.
2. Week 2: Why communication and clear task delegation are vital as your VA begins handling your workload.
3. Weeks 3 & 4: Building a rhythm of feedback, task refinement, and autonomy to set your VA (and yourself) up for long-term success.

Resources Mentioned:

• Download our VA Lifestyle & Business Services Guide
• Book a 20-Minute Discovery Call to discuss how a VA can transform your business (or your life).
• Join the Delegate Like a CEO Weekly Email Series

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Maybe your last attempt left you burned, with more work on your plate and a lingering frustration that the whole process was just too painful.

But here’s the good news — I’m going to help you get it right this time in this episode. I’m sharing my tried-and-true methods to ensure that your next VA hire is the one that sticks. If you’re dreading the process of hiring a VA again, this episode is for you. My practical advice will not only guide you through the process but also give you the confidence to make a decision that will truly support your business.

We’re chatting through this good stuff in the episode;

1. Why Past Virtual Assistant Relationships Fail: Find out what the common hiring missteps are that maybe caused your past VA hires to go south and how to avoid them this time around.
2. The 3 Key Steps to Success:Interview Smart: How to set up your VA interviews close together for easier, more effective comparisons.
3. The Verbal Test: Why you should always include a problem-solving scenario in your interviews—and how to do it right.
4. Get Specific: The importance of asking detailed questions about systems, experience, and working styles to ensure the best fit.

Links Mentioned:

• Episode 51: Find out what kind of VA you need before you start your search. I break down the different types of VAs—from creative to tech, lifestyle, and business—so you can determine exactly what kind of support you need.
• Connect with Mel: Website | Instagram | LinkedIn

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How to Work with us

Ready to find your perfect VA match? Let’s dive in!

Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

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But how can you make sure you're ready to hand things over smoothly? What do you need to think about so interviewing and finding a good match is easier?

In this episode, I’ll dive into three simple steps you can take to prepare your business and make it a smooth transition into working with your VA.

If you get these in place now, hiring your first or next VA will be a breeze.

Tune in to discover how to get started today and avoid the pitfalls of hiring in a rush.

Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

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You’re starting to shape a team together, whether that’s contractors or employees and you need a right hand assistant.

The obvious thing to do is speak to a recruitment agency and find yourself an executive assistant, or EA for short, who’s got experience with C-Suite level support who can hit the ground running, but that’s not always the most cost effective or productive thing you can.

In this episode, I’m going to share why hiring a highly experienced Virtual Assistant instead is going to save you hours of time, save you thousands of pounds, and make you so much more productive than an EA.

I’m walking you through the three key differences between both a VA and a EA and the advantages of a VA in terms of cost for time worked (with exact numbers), tech savviness and so much more.

Chapters

00:00: Introduction

01:04: The Need for Assistance in Scaling Businesses

01:57: The Cost Difference: Why Hiring a VA is More Economical

06:44: Tech Savviness: How VAs Excel in Digital Tools and Systems

09:10: Work Style and Personality: Why VAs are a Better Fit for Fast-Paced Startups

Curious to find out more about having a Virtual Assistant in your business?

Click here to download our services guide

If you'd like to jump on a 20 minute discovery call and find out more in person, click here to book a call

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Seeking support from a Lifestyle VA doesn't make you a lesser parent; it makes you someone who wants to be present for your kids and thrive in your new life.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed post-divorce and unsure where to turn for support, this episode is for you.

We'll explore how hiring a Lifestyle Virtual Assistant (VA) can be a game-changer in managing your new normal from chatting through;

• How one of our VA helped a client to plan and protect quality family time
• Another VA helped a client organise and plan dates as he dipped his toe back in the dating pond!
• And how we’ve made life admin so easy to manage for our clients

Our Lifestyle VAs can support you in these and many other ways, making your life easier and more enjoyable.

Interested in experiencing these benefits?

We offer dedicated Lifestyle VAs on a monthly retainer or a Lifestyle on Demand service, where you can purchase a bank of 10 hours to use over 8 weeks. Perfect for those "as and when" tasks, with top-up options available.

If you’d like any of these things implemented in your life then let’s explore what one of our wonderful Lifestyle VAs can do for you, let’s jump on a call to discuss.

Click below to download our services guide:

https://melthebizcoach.myflodesk.com/va-serviceguide

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I’m sharing how one of our lifestyle virtual assistants has helped our client with the process of buying and moving into a new house, and how having the invaluable support from their VA made it so much smoother and less stressful.

I’m diving into their experience of having a lifestyle VA handle all the admin tasks involved in finding a suitable property, scheduling viewings, and managing paperwork.

Including exactly which tasks our VA was able to take off the client’s plate.

It’s why our Lifestyle VAs are worth their weight in gold, sometimes it’s the thousand tiny things it takes to sell, move or a buy a house that you just don’t have the time or headspace for, so imagine instead you’ve got a brilliant organisational mind who can’t wait to take it off your plate?

If you’d like any of these things implemented in your life then let’s explore what one of our wonderful Lifestyle VAs can do for you, let’s jump on a call to discuss.

Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

If you'd like to jump on a 20 minute discovery call and find out more in person, click here to answer a couple of short questions and book a call

Join my weekly email series Delegate Like a CEO, by clicking here

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I’m sharing with you all the pros in this episode, including how working with a VA agency like ours provides continuous support, even when your dedicated VA is sick or on leave, and how hands off it is for you as the business owner if anything happens to your VA.

Plus the advantage of having access to a wider team of VAs in the agency with different areas of expertise and how our deep and trusted network of other online and offline service providers benefit our clients.

Also if you’ve ever wondered how a VA gets chosen for you when you work with an agency like mine I’m walking you through our matching process and what happens if you don’t gel with your VA.

If all these benefits of a VA sound like something you want to explore, then Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

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Especially if you’re a CEO or a Founder who’s built their business from the ground up and barely have time to reply to your emails between meetings, or get anything other than urgent work done.

There’s a high chance you’re cracking the laptop open again at 8pm after dinner to catch up, so in this episode I’m sharing three brilliant ways our Business VA’s really make a difference to our clients businesses every single day.

I’ll demonstrate how one of our VAs can help you be more productive and protect your time by organising and managing your calendar, how travel and events are a breeze for a VA and taken off your plate. Plus just how they stay on top of your inbox so you don’t have to.

So if hiring one of our business admin VAs is becoming something you’re considering because you know it’s going to increase your productivity and free up time to focus where you need it most, and free up upwards of 30 hours a month, then let’s connect.

If you’d like any of these things implemented in your life then let’s explore what one of our wonderful Lifestyle VAs can do for you, let’s jump on a call to discuss.

Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

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In this episode, Mel discusses the benefits of hiring a lifestyle virtual assistant (VA) for busy CEOs and founders who are also parents.

She highlights three ways a lifestyle VA can make a difference and shares three brilliant real life examples that emphasise how working with a lifestyle VA can make life at least 50% easier.

If you’d like any of these things implemented in your life then let’s explore what one of our wonderful Lifestyle VAs can do for you, let’s jump on a call to discuss.

Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

If you'd like to jump on a 20 minute discovery call and find out more in person, click here to answer a couple of short questions and book a call

Join my weekly email series Delegate Like a CEO, by clicking here

The weekly email series for folks looking to understand how Virtual Assistant, Lifestyle Assistants and Business Assistants can fit into their business and life and make them more productive, happy and organised.

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In this short episode I’m going to be talking about what is a Virtual Assistant is and isn’t, plus if you’re a business owner thinking about hiring one, this episode is going to help you to figure out what kind of VA you need

I’m going to tell you everything you need to know about what Virtual Assistants are and the magic things they can do for you, so you’ve got all the info you need for whenever the time is right for you to outsource to one.

Chapters

00:00 What is a Virtual Assistant and why you might need one

01:52 Understanding the role of a Virtual Assistant

04:07 Explaining the different types of VA's so you can choose the type you need

06:22 Benefits of Hiring a Virtual Assistant (SO many!)

09:07 How to build a strong and beneficial relationship with your VA

If you'd like to find out how one of our team of experienced Virtual Assistants can help with business or lifestyle support and what our packages and rates look like, Click here to download our Lifestyle & Business VA Services Guide

If you'd like to jump on a 20 minute discovery call and find out more in person, click here to answer a couple of short questions and book a call

Join my weekly email series Delegate Like a CEO, by clicking here

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If you want to hear how Harriet went from VA to OBM in under 12 weeks, go back and listen to Ep9 here

We get to talking about how systems should be something we all have in our business, to better serve our clients and how they allow us to take time off.

I ask her whether automations cancel out the need for a business owner to hire a VA and we discuss whether its the days of the generalist OBM over? Are systems and specialists in?

We chat about how the OBM role can be a tricky one, mostly because there’s no single definition of what it is or does for clients, it varies from service provider to service provider.

It’s sometimes a title that a project manager or operations manager adopts. It’s also very much a secondary title when someone calls themselves and OBM, but specialises in Dubsado set ups.

Harriet shares so openly that the thing she craved and wanted most was OBM retainer clients, and less of the 4-week system set up type clients, and why she’s now shifting away from retainers and fully into only system set ups for clients and we talk about how coaching got her to this point too.

She dives into the kind of systems we should all have, how she serves her clients and why she adores automations so much.

She tells us exactly why she made this decision and what it’s all truly about for her at the end of the day, which is a beautiful reminder for us all that there’s a life outside of our business we need to be spending time living.

Harriet also shares how she’s creating an agency now, and how she’s working to create systems she implement on repeat for clients, and create repeatable methods, so she can begin to step back from the delivery or service more and focus on scaling the agency and spending creating a full life outside of her business.

LINKS TO HARRIET & HER SERVICES

Harriet’s Instagram here

Harriets Dubsado & Click Up Builds Here

LINKS TO MEL & FREE RESOURCES

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I couldn't not pop this business owner planning gem up on the podcast!

I'm bringing you the replay of my Q2 Spring Planning Session which I ran live recently where we review and reflect on the first quarter of this year together.

Now that we're entering Q2, in this session we'll set our focus on clients, cash and content planning for the next three months. The best business owners plan with intention and focus, and when they can look back at what works they're able to dial that up and do more of that, so they get more juicy results more quickly.

Also when it comes to Summer, you know exactly what you need to do to take time off, stacking up your revenue without worrying - it starts by planning now.

Plus tips and methods to start pulling in more income in the next few weeks, with simple things you can do right away.

Folks from the last session said:

“Thanks for the session yesterday, I really enjoyed it. It also gave me the proverbial kick up the jacksy that I needed!”

“I really enjoyed this call, it gave me a fresh perspective with reaching out to previous clients. I know have 15 emails ready to be sent out tomorrow to people that have had discovery calls to highlight my new offer and reignite them in my funnel to see if they are still interested in working together.”

Get a cuppa and a notepad, carve out some time for your business and get comfy, it's worth it!

If you'd like the slides as prompts, you can download them here

If you'd like to watch the replay, you can grab it for free here

Come find me on Instagram and let me know your takeaways from this session

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Let’s discuss what makes someone a rockstar virtual assistant (VA) or service provider and what one important mindset and perspective shift when working with clients, had a huge impact on my profit and mental peace.

We’re also talking beyond Trello, what valuable tech tools and skills you need as a VA to stand out.

Plus I’m telling you what curiosity has to do with you being picked on repeat by clients who can’t wait to work with you, plus helps you stand out in a sea of other service providers.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:28 Background and Experience

01:23 Becoming a Rockstar VA

03:18 Mindset Shift that mkaes a world of difference

03:48 Beyond Trello: Why having a broader tech skillset matters

08:20 Curiosity and Asking Questions

10:31 Standing Out as a Rockstar VA

Here's a link to the episode I mentioned in the show today: Ep13: How I Scaled from £15 to Six Figure Agency Owner

FREEBIE ALERT! If you're a service pro, you're gonna wanna grab my free Client Welcome Guide template, designed in Canva, everything you need to not only set healthy boundaries and expectations with your clients from day one, but wow them too you fancy pants!

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I’m sharing what kind of North Star we should all have and how to stop chasing the wrong metrics so you’re able to succeed faster.

I’m sharing with you a profound conversation I had with a business owner who had a near-death experience. 

Maybe this episode today serves as a timely reminder about what truly matters in life.

The chat truly reminded me of the importance of aligning your values with the work you do and how to live a fulfilling life whilst building a business that creates success too.

I’m also sharing how my own experiences in the music industry however incredible and successful I was, ultimately weren’t worth the sacrifices I made, including what happened after a life-changing surgery I underwent and how it shifted my perspective and led to the businesses I have today.

As always, please subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and I’m always grateful to you for leaving a review if you have a moment, so we can reach even more awesome women.

To celebrate the next launch of the mastermind Courage to Lead, my co-founder Abi and I will be dropping a 3 Part private podcast series for online coaches wanting to build to and beyond 100k this year with more ease.

Sign up here to receive it when it drops in April

We’ll be covering need to know topics such as;

❤️‍🔥 How to monetise your expertise without adding more 1:1 clients

❤️‍🔥 How to create authority building content that converts 

❤️‍🔥 Daily 5 minute mindset habits to help you embody your authority and share your unfiltered opinions.

The mastermind is a space for the multi-passionate coach who is ready to build to and beyond her next six figures whilst increasing her peace and profits and creating space to live a fulfilling life too. 

Sign up for the podcast here as you’ll get juicy perks when the mastermind doors open

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Then you hear the term ‘Lead VA’ and are left wondering what the difference is you’re in the right place, on this episode I’m explaining what they both are, plus the pros and cons of each (spoiler, there aren’t really any cons - just depends what you need your VA business to give you).

I’m sharing with you:

• The differences between associate VAs and lead VAs, including income levels and responsibilities.
• How building a team of associates can help scale a VA business and provide even better support to your clients.
• How as a Lead VA, spotting and hiring rockstar Associate VAs is crucial for the success of a VA business.
• The benefits of being an associate VA such as mentorship, learning opportunities, and a lower marketing burden.
• Why effective communication and collaboration with lead VAs is essential for a successful working relationship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Season 2

01:07 Differences between Associate VA and Lead VA

04:57 Building a Team of Associates

06:23 Spotting and Hiring Rockstar VAs (and how to be one)

08:49 Roles and Income of Lead VAs

11:42 Roles and Income of Associate VAs

13:10 Benefits of Being an Associate VA

15:01 Tips for Being an Associate VA

18:17 Opportunity to Work with Mel as an Associate VA

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Wanna work with me as an associate VA? Here’s the application form:

https://form.fillout.com/t/9VK4qrUdRrus

Need guidance on hiring your first associate VA?

Or getting more clients as a Lead VA?

Or just clarity on the changes and actions needed in your business this year to become a happier, more booked out service provider?

Let’s make a plan together on an Intensive coaching call…

Book an Intensive here:https://melthebizcoach.thrivecart.com/offer-blueprint-intensive/

If you're a service provider who wants to on-board clients more smoothly grab my free Client Welcome Guide template with ready to go wording: https://melthebizcoach.myflodesk.com/welcomeguidetemplate 

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In this episode I'm bringing you into everything including:

• How my personal updates and life changes have had a positive and negative impact on the way my business operates and how my business adapts to my shifting priorities.
• I share how and why launching the Courage to Lead mastermind this year with my work wifey Abi has been both successful and deeply fulfilling.
• Taking you behind the scenes at my recent studio photo shoots in Valencia Spain with Abi my mastermind co-coach and how this little introvert made it work despite it being awkward and challenging.
• The big topic this month has been how something I’ve experienced aka crossing the 85K threshold for VAT registration in the UK can have significant implications - good and bad for small business owners and my Thread post that got everyone talking.
• I’m sharing what matters most to me this year and if I’m not judging success by money, what markers am I judging it by?
• All the things I’m doing to continue to dream bigger and setting intentional goals so I can continue to build sustainable growth and success, whilst managing two businesses and a life that feels fulfilling.

Come chat with me on Instagram

Want an Intensive? Booking now for this and next month and I'd love to support my fellow service providers and coaches.

Click here to explore

https://www.thelifestyleva.net/intensive-sessions

Things we can work on together in a 90 Intensive:

For my ambitious but overwhelmed service pros and coaches:

• Refine your current offer/ offer eco system - pricing, positioning and ideal client definition to make marketing so much easier
• Create a content and marketing strategy for your offer that feels EASY and enjoyable to execute no more doom scrolling!

For my scaling service pros and coaches:

• Quarterly planning session to map out your year, including launches and offers (perfect for multi passionate big dreamers who have multiple offers, launches, gearing up to launch a podcast etc)
• Deciding what to outsource, hiring your first team member
• Shifting from £-per-hour to projects and retainers

If you’re curious about something else but can’t see it here - just ask, happy to chat over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/

FREEBIE ALERT! If you're a service pro, you're gonna wanna grab my free Client Welcome Guide template, designed in Canva, everything you need to not only set healthy boundaries and expectations with your clients from day one, but wow them too you fancy pants!

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My Hot Take this week comes from my incredible guest Kirsten Roldan, the queen of email marketing herself and my current mentor.

Listen to the full episode here: https://pod.link/1676438757/episode/cdff252c1652a97489aa9d5357d0bfb8

To find out more about Kirsten’s program Million Dollar Email and sign up click here* https://roldancomarketing.thrivecart.com/million-dollar-email-program/?affiliate=melmaw

*This is an affiliate link for a program I’m very much still in and will shout loud and proud about because it’s just so damn good!

Wanna see my emails in action? Course you do, you can sign up for my email series Confessions of a CEO here: https://melthebizcoach.myflodesk.com/email-series

Sign up to read the juice behind the laptop and life of a VA turned agency owner, business coach and introvert - a fluff free weekly read for anyone wanting to become a better, happier and more booked service provider.

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She talks about her journey from motorsport event world, to becoming a VA, intentionally choosing me as her coach to help her uncover her strengths, make a practical plan for her business and pivot from VA to booked out OBM in under 12 weeks.

We also discuss the Coaching relationship we had and how I always asked her to dive deeper into her thoughts and reasoning, so that everything she did felt in alignment with who she was and what she wanted to do.

It’s a positive and inspiring chat about transitions and what can unfold so magically when you put grit and determination into your business.

I’ll definitely be getting Harriet back on the podcast to discuss what life and business looks like for her after 2 years in business and 2 years of coaching.

Come chat with us:

https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/

Sign up to my juicy weekly email series here: https://melthebizcoach.myflodesk.com/email-series

https://www.instagram.com/harrietevans.obm/

Click here to listen to the full episode.

Don’t forget, if you rate the podcast on Apple and send me a screen shot or share it to social media and tag me (@melthebizcoach) - I’ll give you a free 45 min 1:1 coaching session!

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From how it showed up for Rachel, so you can look for the signs yourself, to knowing that even service pros…well, especially service pros and coaches need support too, but how often we fail to ask for it.

It’s such a permission giving clip, and if anything in this clip resonated - you’re not alone.

Feel free to slide into mine and Rachel’s DM’s, if this hit home for you, we’d love to hear from you (it makes our day).

Come chat with us:

https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/

Sign up to my juicy weekly email series here: https://melthebizcoach.myflodesk.com/email-series

https://www.instagram.com/rachel_kurzyp/

The full episode this was taken from includes all the beautiful changes Rachel made since her burnout to change her business and her relationship with social media and marketing, it’s soooo good!

Click here to listen to the full episode.

Don’t forget, if you rate the podcast on Apple and send me a screen shot or share it to social media and tag me (@melthebizcoach) - I’ll give you a free 45 min 1:1 coaching session!

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This clip is taken from Episode 6, which you can listen to here, with Brand Strategist and friend Asia Dore and it birthed her iconic quote:

“Honestly, I think that my biggest f*ck up was not allowing myself the audacity to be a bad b*tch sooner.”

She dives into how our brand isn’t what we think it is, it’s what our clients think of us because we’ve crafted it to be the best of us in a way that speaks directly to them and helps build connection.

It was a fascinating episode to listen to if you’ve ever felt so nervous about ‘taking up space’ online, showing up, creating content and worrying about how you’ll be perceived - this is the clip you need to listen to today.

Don’t forget to give Confessions of a CEO a rate and review over on Apple, it helps me reach even more incredible women who might really need to hear this and more today.

Thanks for listening!

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I’m also sharing exactly what’s kept me in business for five years and what you can and should be doing in your business every week and sometimes daily, to make sure you don’t fret when clients move on.

If you liked what you heard and need support in your business too so you’ve got epic offers and know what to do to get new clients over and over again, you can explore booking an Intensive Offer Blueprint session with me.

Click here to find out more - I have 4 available every month.

Join my email list for the juice, tips, confessions and first dibs on exclusive offers like my upcoming birthday special!

https://melthebizcoach.myflodesk.com/email-series

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I’m walking you through the best way to have a successful discovery call, tips you can use today that will have your future clients so eager to work with you.

I’m also walking you behind the scenes of a great discovery call I had recently, from the mindset I walked into it with, the experience I intentionally cultivated for the client and why it went so well, what questions I asked that made such a huge and positive impact on the call.

Thank me later! Better yet, leave me a review here (tap the stars) or on Apple so we can help even more women like you in their businesses.

If you’d like to explore working together, click here to book an Intensive (I have 4 available every month): https://www.thelifestyleva.net/intensive-sessions

Or come and say hey on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/ 

Join my email list for insights, confessions and so much more:

https://melthebizcoach.myflodesk.com/email-series

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The online Coaching space is forever changing and this coming year is no different, from how we’re selling and being sold to, right through to the bubble bursting on nonsense like high touch programs meaning quite the opposite.

🥁 If you’re Coach or someone thinking of hiring a coach next year, then listen in to hear my top 5 predictions for the Coaching industry in 2024.

If you’d like to explore working together, click here to book an Intensive (I have 4 available every month): https://www.thelifestyleva.net/intensive-sessions

And don't forget, you can still enrol in Abi & my mastermind Courage to Lead until Dec 31st when we close the doors, ready to kick off on the 8th January!

Or come and say hey on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/

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We know that too often we aren’t taught how to run a business, but we do get really, really good at serving our clients. So today we’re going to talk to your about how to make sure you’re planning, what should be in your yearly, quarterly and monthly operations and why checking in monthly will help you play with possibility and invite room for creativity.

Plus it’s us so just know we're sharing what we’ve got wrong, what’s gone right and what we want you to know that will make a difference, no matter how new or seasoned you are in business with our handy little three C’s method.

You’ll be walking away from listening to this episode with simple and impactful ways to plan for your business today and be an active driver in your business so you can get more of what you actually want.

And if you liked what you heard and want to explore joining us inside our Courage to Lead mastermind, then you're in luck because we are enrolling now and doors close Dec 31st, ready to kick off on January 8th,

AND the cohort is already getting active inside their Slack space - it’s a beautiful space already so click the link below to come join us:

https://abiswaydigital.com/courage-to-lead

Got questions? Come ask Abi or myself on Instagram today so you don't miss the chance to refine and build a beautiful and profitable business next year.

https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/

https://www.instagram.com/abiswaydigital/

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We're diving into how creating a framework helps you position yourself as an expert and makes it easier for your ideal clients to find you.

We are also binning some myths including the myth that niching limits your audience and explain how it actually makes it easier for your ideal clients to find you.

We share our own journeys of finding their niches and just what positive changes happened as a result.

And if you liked what you heard about our Courage to Lead mastermind, then you're in luck because enrolment is now open and we kick off on January 8th, so click the link below to come join us:

https://abiswaydigital.com/courage-to-lead 

Got questions? Come ask Abi or myself on Instagram, happy to chat.

https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/

https://www.instagram.com/abiswaydigital/

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By the end of this episode with me and Abi, my Courage to Lead Mastermind co-creator, we’ll show you how to self reflect so you can reconnect to your purpose, bring back that spark for your business and walk into 2024 really engaged and aligned with your business and your goals.

We're even dropping some lovely journal prompts to get you thinking too, a perfect listen as the end of 2023 draws to a close and our eyes and minds are on next year.

We're taking you through the 4 Pillars of our framework inside Courage to Lead our January mastermind, starting with Passion today.

The doors to Courage to Lead are now open for enrolment! This mastermind is perfect for you if you're a coach or service pro who is ready to nail your signature framework, create iconic offers that build brand credibility, and double your income in 2024.

Sign up here:

https://abiswaydigital.com/courage-to-lead

We kick off on January 8th!

Got questions? Come chat to Abi or myself on Instagram.

https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/

https://www.instagram.com/abiswaydigital/

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Expect raw, unfiltered moments as we chat about the power of collaboration, creativity and stepping into you own expertise and leadership, plus the impact we will help you have in your businesses next year inside CTL, while birds chirp, insects smack us in the face, and we embrace the joys of creation.

We are so proud and excited to bring you Courage to Lead, led by both Abi and myself, so whether you are a Coach or a Service provider get ready to be guided through crafting your signature framework, developing standout offers, and doubling your income in 2024.

Plus for this weekend only (24-27 November), when you enrol between Black Friday and Cyber Monday you’ll receive exclusive bonuses: a 6-part extended payment plan at just £275 a month until Monday night, and an invite to our 2024 Planning Party in December - an event filled with vision boards, prosecco, and the audacity to dream bigger than ever.

Sign up for Courage to Lead today to get your bonuses

https://abiswaydigital.com/courage-to-lead

Got questions? Come ask Abi or myself on Instagram.

https://www.instagram.com/melthebizcoach/

https://www.instagram.com/abiswaydigital/

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She walks you through exactly what you need to know to make a start and success of a podcast, which is so valuable if you’re even thinking about launching your own podcast.

Oh this was a chat I wish I had heard long before I started my podcast this March of 2023. She’s filled with wisdom, wit and she’s so generous with her knowledge.

And guess what she started working for herself as in the very beginning? A good old Virtual Assistant, so being a VA is the gateway to an online industry with so many possibilities so chuck those headphones in, get ya power walk on and listen in. 

PS - Have you heard the exciting news? I’m launching Courage to Lead, a 4 Month Mastermind for Coaches and Mentors with my work wifey Abi! We kick off in January, and doors open Black Friday, so if you want to nail your signature framework, create iconic offers that build brand credibility and double your income in 2024 in the company of other incredible business owners, then click the link below to find out more.

https://abiswaydigital.com/courage-to-lead 

It’s time to lead your business, and stop letting your business lead you.

Connect with Rosemarie

You can find out more about her Podcast Launch VIP days below:

https://toobusytopodcast.co.uk/vip-day  

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Your business's financial health is vital, so we take a gigglesome and playful but practical approach to demystifying financial management. 

You’d be surprised at how seeing your numbers actually makes you feel empowered and in control of your business. We share how to dive into knowing your numbers better.

Laura shares how understanding your finances is essential for those seeking a flexible lifestyle and how getting to grips with financial health gives you more of what you want - time freedom.

Cash is an emotionally charged subject and with all the complexities that come with money management, we’re here to give you know-how and tangible tips you can start doing today to up that cashflow.

My gift to you this episode and a way to start diving into your numbers is my free Quarterly Planning Session video, grab it here: 

https://thelifestylevaagency.myflodesk.com/springplanningsession  

Connect with Mel…

Come say hey on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/thelifestyleva_agency

Connect with Laura

Follow Laura on Instagram & TikTok

www.instagram.com/laura_ann_moore 

https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraannmoore?_t=8d6eBvKwhch&_r=1 

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She specialises in helping Coaches and Service Providers to create social media optional businesses using email marketing inside Million Dollar Email, which is the program I’m in and has changed the game for me this year.

If you’re on my email list, you’ll know I’m a damn good emailer and not only my emails, but my offers and messaging have only gotten better this year because of what I’ve learnt inside MDE. 

Plus, she is opening the doors for Million Dollar Email for the last time this year on Sunday 29th October and I highly recommend you join, or at the very least join her email list and watch her email mastery play through!

Join the waitlist for MDE here - or just be nosey and see how she emails!

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I’m sharing some valuable insights and actions you can take today to transform your approach to selling.

Like how to sell without the ickiness and why letting go of the outcome expectations can make the selling process ten times easier.

How to see that what you’re already doing is working, how to dial it up and specific actions you can take to get more sales today while being completely yourself.

Selling is serving and the mindset reframes I offer on this episode are things you can put into action today and start to see results more quickly.

If you want to improve your selling skills and make your offers irresistible, consider booking a free discovery call with me where we can chat about your goals and see if an Offer Blueprint Intensive where we craft your signature specialised offer, refine your messaging and marketing and have you enrolling clients and taking back 40 hours a month before the year is done.

Click here to explore an Intensive

https://www.thelifestyleva.net/intensive-sessions

Come and find me on Instagram.

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So when we decided to lift the lid on our recent launches, we thought we'd do it in true us style - raw, radically honestly with swearing 🌶️, giggles 😂 and passion ♥️.

There's no point in being honest if we weren't going to be ALL the way honest with you.

🤭 So between cackles, giggles, support and a million Whats App voicenotes, this is us laying bare our launch strategies, what actually happened and how we handle it when it doesn't go to plan. 

Honesty is therapy and this podcast episode is everything you need to hear today as we'll share every single juicy detail and especially the things people don't normally share, plus the things we've learnt and what we're changing and what we're doubling down on.

You will learn and laugh with us - And I'm so proud of us, we truly hope this opens up more realness and honesty that's so needed in our industry.

So put the kettle on, pour that coffee, take that walk and press play.

And when you've listened, tell us what you think and if you'd like more of this from me, Debbie or us.

Come and find me on Instagram.

Say hello to Debbie on her Instagram 

PS - want to join the waitlist and find out more about the Profitable Offer Accelerator mastermind coming in November? Click here to sign up and get some more info soon!

*Disclaimers* Adult Language - Just a heads up, there is some adult language and topics discussed in this episode so be sure to grab a pair of headphones before listening to the episode if you are in public or have kids around 🤭

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OBM’s in their many different styles and skill sets play a crucial role in the online service provider industry, often the next step up for ambitious virtual assistants and you might be wondering if you already have the skills to become one, so listen in to find out. 

OBMs take business operations to the next level strategically and creatively and can command higher rates. 

I’m also busting myths and misconceptions about what you need to become one, so you don’t let those misconceptions stop you from considering this progression for yourself. 

Connect with Mel...

Join my weekly email series Delegate Like a CEO, by clicking here:

THE weekly email series for folks looking to understand how Virtual Assistant, Lifestyle Assistants and Business Assistants can fit into their business and life and make them more productive, happy and organised

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She came to me initially overwhelmed, she wanted consistency in clients, financial stability, and clarity in her messaging.

Kate's story is one many can relate to - trying to be the "everything" provider to attract clients but ending up feeling lost. She felt compelled to accommodate client requests. But this led to her doing too much in areas that no longer brought her joy.

She was hiding her gold under too many services, and doing things that weren’t her joy!

I’ll walk you through the exact steps and framework I took Kate through that led to lightbulbs and clarity and how she was able to rebrand as a Creative Agency. 

The results? Kate felt lighter, clearer, and rekindled her passion for her business. Sometimes, we're too close to our business to see what needs adjustment. 

Connect with Mel...

Join my weekly email series Delegate Like a CEO, by clicking here:

THE weekly email series for folks looking to understand how Virtual Assistant, Lifestyle Assistants and Business Assistants can fit into their business and life and make them more productive, happy and organised

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How you can create, sustain and grow a wildly profitable business without the hustle, whilst working less and leaning into your strengths. 

I’m also diving into all the good and juicy details for my Profitable Offer Accelerator today, so if you’ve been curious or thinking about it, early bird doors open TODAY so you’re going to want to listen to this episode!!

No more ghosting your potential!

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I’m sharing the mistakes I see VAs often make during this switch and what you can do to make the transition into your new OBM services so much easier.

Episode Highlights:

Don't Drag Legacy Clients Along: Shifting existing VA clients into OBM services can get tricky. Here’s what to do instead.

Words Matter - Think Like an OBM: Mel highlights that language matters when transitioning. Here’s what to avoid and what to include and how this will help you shift into your OBM mindset 

It’s a Transformation: Elevate and Embrace: The VA to OBM journey requires a mindset shift. Mel shares what to embrace, how to align your mind and offers with this new next level offer.

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I’m talking about…

• Why niche-ing is the secret sauce to turbocharging your business growth.
• The "Avocado Effect": Listen to a little Bali story and learn how specialising is the golden ticket to set you apart and magnetises dream clients towards you, and marketing just feels easier because of it.
• How to simplify to thrive: why niche-ing helps not hinders and lets you do what you love, earn more, and work less.

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By listening I’m going to help you figure out if you’ve hit that trigger point where it’s time to specialise what you do and who you do it for, and no longer generalise and what wonderful possibilities that opens up for you in just a matter of weeks.

I’m also going to tell you how one of my clients went from stuck at £2k as a general VA to exactly how she doubled her income in under 12 weeks working part time.

It’s juicy! 

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I’m answering those burning questions of yours: 

• How the heck did I hire my first associate and what do you need to know to make your first hire?
• How did I manage to stop doing hands on work, or just know when it was time to stop?
• How do I manage the team and clients?

It’s a goodie!

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We dive into what we’re doing to improve our investing skills and taking care of our futures as business owners who are now responsible for all of these things.

We dish out our fave podcasts, people and books, and things we’re doing that you can do too, so you have a healthy financial future.

We also talk about what systems we use and love to keep our businesses smooth and efficient, for everything like which tools we rave about for client on-boarding and off-boarding. I also share a sneaky secret to getting my head around new systems fast!

Beth also answers the burning question any new OBM has - do I have to know ALL the systems out there?

She also gives us so much juice on how to nurture the goldmine that is word of mouth referrals and I let you in one of my referral scheme benefits that my Coachees get and how we keep the referrals coming.

Such a good part 2!

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I’m share two key things you can do today to find more peace and ease in your business, create more space in your schedule and time to work on your business, not just for your clients.

I’m sharing exactly how I’ve created a flexible and balanced life because of the way I’ve designed my business schedule and how you can do the same.

The episode kicks off with an important question: Are your clients running the show? If you find yourself nodding then listen up as I let you in on just how to stop this from happening and embrace your CEO vibe and create lots of whitespace on your schedule instead.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and unable to attract new clients then you’re about to find out how to work more peacefully part time while still profiting up a storm. 

The changes I suggest today will help you overcome overwhelm and build a business that aligns with the life you truly desire.

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She shares what helped her identify that she was naturally already doing OBM thinking and implementing and how she made the shift.

We also discuss how when it is time to make that exciting shift, what needed to change from her offers and pricing to her marketing and her audience.

Beth shares how she made those moves and how she chose the kind of mentor she knew she needed to help her make those changes.

The messaging tips she shares about how to switch your audience over from those who followed and hired you as a VA to those who are now seeking an OBM are just so valuable 

We even dive into how her packages are structured, and what one thing she decided to do on her own terms that took the pressure off from forcing her business to turn over more cash faster.

If being an OBM has crossed your mind, this whole episode is a must listen.

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You've probably noticed the rise of bro marketing and coaches promising the "secret code" to achieving £10k months and six-figure years. 

Well, in this episode, we're taking a stand against the online BS and shedding light on the importance of setting realistic goals and the numbers you actually should be watching in your business because let's face it - behind those impressive figures, there's often a lack of transparency right?

I’m sharing a thought-provoking story about the importance of knowing your own financial desires, I’ll also guide you through the best way to build solid foundations in your business and how to grow your income sustainably.

If you believe success shouldn’t solely rely on achieving a £10k month, then this episode is for you!

Good news, you can book an Intensive with me this month. 

So if you’re ready to Create your signature offer and go from generalist to sold out specialist in 90 mins then book in today, because its time to say goodbye to doing ALL the things and hello to specialising, so you can finally step into the expert you are and earn more working less than before.

After all, without a signature offer, you’re “meh” when what you really need to be is memorable!

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💖 I get to interview one of my best friends, confidante, and ‘work wifey’ Abi Smith, a Business & Mindset Coach, brings so much honesty to the table as she chats with me about what’s happened to her business in the midst of a huge personal and emotional event that has changed everything she knows.  

We talk about what it takes and what has helped us to stay tethered to our businesses when life goes sideways, including why we created and set up our own work-wifey mini Mastermind. 

Abi opens up about what led her to get a very exciting full time job that she just couldn’t say no to, while continuing to nurture her business and how she juggles it in this season of her life. 

If you’ve been contemplating taking on a part time or full time role alongside your business to take some pressure off in this season of your life, or if life is throwing you a curveball and you’re worried your business won’t function then this is a beautiful conversation that you need to hear today - because we are showing you what will help.

I love this conversation, because entrepreneurship isn’t linear and the more we can normalise that there is no right or wrong way to do it, that there are ups and downs, the only right way being the one that feels good to you.

Show some Abi some love on Instagram and thank her for her vulnerability, honesty and huge heart, she’s incredible.

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This topic has been burning a hole in my brain for a minute. In today’s episode I’m talking about how to choose the right Coach or program to invest in, how to identify if you’re keeping yourself stuck and how to know when is the right time.

Also the self trust and mindset questions you need to ask yourself to help you decide if you're ready to invest, plus what to look for or think about when choosing a Coach or program to work with.

Also I’m passionate about you truly understanding what an ethical sales conversation is and what isn’t and how to self coach your own feelings around making a financial investment in your business.

I let you in on a chunky but very exciting investment I just made recently and why even I got sweaty palms and a squeaky bum feeling, but threw my money at it and the incredible coach anyway.

Eeeek, enjoy!!

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Laura shares her personal experience of saving £15k by the age of 22 and how she was hilariously mocked on TikTok as if she’d sold her virginity to be able to have that much in savings (WILD!).

We discuss the various challenges women face when it comes to money, we dive into the emotional aspects of money, including how upbringing and self-worth can impact your relationship with finances and how to reframe how you feel about your money. 

We also get real about how the belief that building wealth is primarily the responsibility of men has been perpetuated, leaving women feeling excluded from the conversation and what we can do about it. 

We’re debunking money myths including how the spiritual and creative business owners sometimes view money negatively, associating holding lots of it with compromising their authenticity. 

We’re highlighting something I feel super passionate about - the power (and the how) of women creating and holding wealth, and how it contributes to so much positive change.

It was so good, Laura will be coming back to chat about how entrepreneurs and business owners can save, plan and invest!

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Before I was a successful Virtual Assistant agency owner with a growing team and client roster of insanely great clients and a Business Coach, I was a £15 per hour VA, working off a laptop and wifi on a backpackers piddly budget in Bali - yes it’s giving me mid-life crisis vibes too!

If you’re wondering how I eventually stepped back from doing any hands on client work and grew an agency and a coaching business that allows me to work part time while earning more, then this is the episode for you.

I take you through the exact steps that will also help you figure out when is the right time to hire your first associate too, so you can be ready for it.

I know this episode is going to help if you’re wondering what else there is beyond always being a hands on VA - and if it does then let’s talk, I’d love to work together.

*This audio is taken from an Instagram live in November 2021

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Samantha's journey started with dreams of being a journalist, but something was missing. She craved personal connections and found her passion in content marketing and copywriting. Now, she helps others express themselves through writing.

She discovered that it's not just about selling features and benefits, but about creating an emotional connection. Tune in to learn her proven methods to strategically connect with your audience, showcase your unique you-ness, and leave a lasting impact.

Worried about making specific promises or over delivering? Samantha's got you covered! She shares golden tips for being clear in your messaging and attracting the dreamiest of clients.

Grab your notepad because this episode will give you tons of content ideas!

Don't miss out on this hot-tip filled episode! Don’t forget to rate and review on Apple - it’s so appreciated! 🎧✨

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Some of my core values are honesty and integrity, which is why I am fully inviting you in the front door to my business and not only how I've created a six figure biz, but how long it took me to get there and what it TRULY costs to do so.

It's mega honest, but I am a no fluff coach and biz owner, and I loathe bro marketing tactics like coaches saying they can help you achieve £10k months, when it takes SO much to get there in structure and mindset, so it only seems fair that I break down what a £10k month looks like in my biz - right?

Bear with the audio as this was recorded in September 2021 as an IG Live so I also let you in on how I can manage to take the time off and disappear camping off the grid for four days in the middle of my *past* launch for my first group program The Launch Club 3.0!! 

So let’s go back to September 2021 and let me walk you behind the how’s what’s and exactly how I made just over £98k in one year.

Join me and if anything I shared today resonated, pop me a DM on Instagram, I’d love to hear!

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Melissa also shares her insights into working with our lunar cycles as women, so we can understand when creativity will flow and when to just rest and just how important it is to remember that we came for fun too and that we get to choose, despite what society might tell us.

Such a beautiful conversation!

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She shares what it’s TRULY like to have me as her coach and insight into how our coaching dynamic works and the breakthroughs she has had and the life it’s given her in under 12 weeks.

• We recorded this as an IG Live in March 2022, just at the end of our first 12 weeks of working together - so bear with the audio quality but it’s so worth a listen, especially if you’re considering working with me!

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Maybe you're not making sales, no one's sliding into your DMs, and your offers are getting nothing but crickets? 

It feels like a sales problem, right? But the truth is, it's not and it’s also not because the algorithm hates you or because people don't have the money to invest…

So what's the solution? It's simple - we’re talking specialising! And in today's episode I break it down for you!

I'll also give you some real-world examples of how you can actually make more money by niching down, connecting with your audience, and creating killer offers.

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She lifts the lid on the dark side of coaching and how to avoid the unethical coaching practices we see all the time.

How failing to listen to her body when it was in a state of stress led to burnout and hard choices.

But how ultimately how trusting her gut led her back and her love of tech and systems so she could truly step away from £-per-hour and OBM work and become her Quiz Funnel loving self.

And of course why quiz funnels are a thousand times better than a free PDF, why they help you connect so deeply with your community and how you can use it in your business today! 

You can take Deb’s quiz here: bit.ly/debbiedoesquiz  

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🎧 Well listen in to today’s episode where I talk to my darling friend and Brand Strategist bad ass Asia Dore about everything from:

🔑 Why showing up just as you are lands you clients

🔑 Why taking up space matters and you’re not braggy or boasty… 

🔑 And if you’re not landing clients and it’s quiet out there for you? You’ll find out how to take a good old look at your own brand strategy and see how to make it work better for you.

✅ She teaches us what we get wrong about brand strategy as a small business and how to get it right so we can build a lasting, strong and sustainable AF business that feels so damn good.

🎁 Wanna get Asia’s free ebook, The No-Bullshit Guide to Branding? 

Course you do…It teaches you what a brand strategy really is, why it’s important, and the exact 4 steps to take to figure yours out:

https://asiadore.com/nobsbrandguide 

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From what NOT to do when you get weird vibes on a discovery call, to why the one time I hired a friend to work for me it ended in disaster and how to make sure you always legally cover your butt.

I’m bearing it all! 

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…and the mistakes that Coaches and Course creators are making and what to do differently today, so your offer sells like hotcakes.

She is one of the most impressively knowledgeable and honest Coaches and Mentors out there, and this is a beautiful conversation about adapting, getting knocked down and how she and you can build an unshakeable business your way.

She’s a powerhouse and this conversation is going to teach you so much!

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How after a health scare, I found a new appreciation for work-life balance but soon found myself burning out again. So I booked a sabbatical and escaped to Southeast Asia, little did I know that would end up being a one way ticket to living on the other side of the world, where I had an epiphany: I should start my own business as a virtual assistant! 

Join me in this episode to hear about the vulnerable and eventful journey that led me to becoming a successful VA agency owner and Coach…

And the thing my boss said to me when I resigned that will always stay with me.

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We talk tough choices, firing your team, un-sexy business ways that work, hate follows and unfollows, quiet success and so much more.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in your business, then this episode is going to feel like the audio version of a big warm hug.

If you want to find out more about Rachel’s incredible coaching, you can find her here: 

https://rachelkurzyp.com.au/coaching/

Or take her free quiz: Grow your business based on your plant persona - https://rachelkurzyp.com.au/quiz/ 

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I’m kicking off the first season of the Confessions of a CEO podcast with something I wrote as a rallying cry to myself as I dropped a bomb and quit my London life to start my online business whilst mid-sabbatical in Vietnam.

It’s honest, raw and still everything I stand behind today. I share where I was 4 years ago and what led me to start a business that has taken me from £15 per hour Virtual Assistant with wildly awful clients (and one or two not so bad ones) to turning over more than £250k (so far) with dreamy clients in under 4 years through both my VA agency and my Business Coaching.

When you know WHY you’re doing what you’re doing, it becomes your north star on good days, but even more importantly - the tough days too.

So I hope this motivates you and grab that journal to start coming back to your why, your purpose, your mission too! If it resonated, come find me on Instagram to tell me - I’d love to hear it!

And if you want to discover more about me, click the links below.

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