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Welcome to Your Virtual Assistant Coach, the podcast for moms who want to make flexible income from home without sacrificing family time.
Hosted by Laura Nicole, a successful VA turned coach - this show delivers quick, actionable insights into the Virtual Assistant industry designed to fit into the pockets of time in your busy day.
Whether you’re curious about what a Virtual Assistant even does, or you’re ready to land clients and build a thriving business, you’re in the right place. Each episode will help you build your skills, boost your confidence, and create a profitable VA business - all on your own terms.
Because making money from home should feel doable... NOT overwhelming. Let’s make your VA dreams a reality, one mom-sized episode at a time!
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If you’ve been wondering where to even start as a VA, the Career Switch Cheat Sheet is your shortcut. Grab it now and learn how to map out your first services with ease. One of the biggest perks of being a virtual assistant is time freedom, but what happens when your business sneaks into every little pocket of your day? The truth is, without boundaries, the “perk” of flexibility can actually leave you overwhelmed and burnt out. In this episode, Laura Nicole opens up about how she learned (the...
Your dream of running a profitable VA business doesn’t have to wait. Inside the Superstar Assistant Academy, you’ll learn exactly what to do (and when to do it) so you can confidently build your VA business in less than a month. Starting your VA business doesn’t have to mean signing up for a dozen platforms or paying for expensive software before you’ve even landed your first client. In this episode, Laura Nicole shares her essential tools you actually need when getting started and how keepin...
Ready to transform your existing skills into a profitable virtual assistant business? Join Laura Nicole’s upcoming Discover Your Superstar VA Skills four-day digital event where she’ll show you what services to offer based on your existing skills! AI seems to be everywhere right now, and if you’ve been wondering whether it’s about to replace virtual assistants altogether, you’re not alone. In this episode, Laura Nicole breaks down the biggest myth about AI in the VA world and shows you ...
Your Virtual Assistant Coach Podcast by Laura Nicole has been welcoming lots of new listeners lately (yay!), and in this replay episode, Laura takes a step back to share her own journey. She opens up about how she replaced her teaching salary in just five months while being able to stay home with her newborn daughter. She demonstrates how VA work provided both the income and flexibility her family needed to transform their financial situation and quality of life. If you're curious about...
If you’re just tuning in and haven’t listened to Part One of my conversation with Jess yet, I’d love for you to jump back and listen to Episode 17 first. That way, you’ll get the full convo and all the goodness we covered before diving into Episode 18. You’ve heard the importance of belief, but how do you actually build belief when it feels impossible?? In this episode, Laura Nicole and mindset and growth coach Jess Schmenk (@jess.schmenk) dive into Part Two of their powerful conversation, br...
Ever wonder why some Virtual Assistants soar while others struggle, despite having the same strategies? The secret isn't in what they're doing - it's in how they're thinking. In this episode, Laura Nicole sits down with mindset and growth coach Jess Schmenk for an honest, empowering chat that will leave you inspired to think bigger and believe deeper. Without giving too much away… you’ll walk away feeling fired up to tackle the inner work that fuels your outer success. What you’ll hear in thi...
Ready to build your VA business the right way from the start? Join Laura Nicole’s free First Client Formula masterclass where she'll show you exactly how to find, sign, and start working with your first client successfully! Landing your dream client feels amazing - but what happens when that client suddenly pulls the plug? Laura Nicole knows firsthand, and in this episode, she opens up about the painful (and expensive) lesson she learned the hard way. She’ll walk you through why contrac...
Ready to transform your existing skills into a profitable virtual assistant business? Join Laura Nicole’s upcoming Discover Your Superstar VA Skills four-day live event where she’ll show you what services to offer based on your existing skills! Think email management is “too easy” to be worth offering as a VA service?? THINK AGAIN. In this episode, Laura Nicole reveals why this simple service is an absolute goldmine, how to deliver it like a pro, and the boundaries that keep you from being gl...
Want clients who will gladly pay your rate? The Client Magnet Method shows you how to find and attract them fast. Grab your special podcast discount today! Feeling discouraged by $5/hour VA listings on Fiverr and Upwork? In this episode, Laura Nicole breaks down the real reason why you're not competing with low-cost international VAs and why clients are still happy to pay $25, $30, even $35+ per hour for your support. She uses a mom friendly apples vs. oranges analogy to help you ...
Feeling like you have to say yes to every. single. client. (no matter what) just to prove you're cut out for this VA life?? In this episode, Laura Nicole shares a powerful mindset shift about capacity that could change the way you approach your virtual assistant business for good. If you've been feeling stretched thin or wondering how to grow without burning out, this one’s for you. What you’ll hear in this episode: The danger of overextending yourselfQuality over quantity approachBuild...
Discovery calls can feel intimidating especially when you’re just starting out as a VA. Sweaty palms, overthinking every word, wondering if you’re saying the “right” thing... sound familiar?? In this episode, Laura is here to shift your mindset around these conversations and show you how to approach them with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn how to prepare ahead of time, what to say when you get stumped, and how to make a strong impression without trying to be perfect. Whether you’v...
Been hearing conflicting info about whether you need an LLC before you start working as a VA? You’re not alone! In this episode, Laura Nicole pulls back the curtain on what an LLC really is, why you don’t need one BEFORE you work with clients, and when you might want to consider registering for one down the line. Tune in to gain clarity around business structures, know when to loop in an accountant, and walk away feeling empowered to take the next step in your VA journey. What you’ll he...
Ever feel like you're not cut out to be a virtual assistant no matter how much you want it? That inner critic questioning your skills, your worth, and whether anyone would actually pay you? It’s more common than you think (hello, imposter syndrome!) and it’s keeping way too many capable women stuck on the sidelines. In this episode, Laura Nicole dives into the hidden mindset blocks that hold aspiring VAs back and shares practical mindset shifts. You'll hear why feeling like a fraud does...
Think real vacations are impossible when you’re running a VA business? Between client demands and your availability, it can feel like stepping away is a luxury you can’t afford. But what if you could take a real break - without guilt, stress, or constant check-ins? In this episode, Laura Nicole shares the exact steps that made her guilt-free vacation possible, and how you can build a business that supports your life, not the other way around. If you’re craving freedom without dropping t...
In this heartwarming episode, Laura Nicole welcomes her very first guest - her five-year-old daughter, Little Miss! With the innocent wisdom only children possess, she shares what it's like growing up with a mom who works as a virtual assistant from home. From the way Little Miss describes Laura’s work to the moments that matter most to her, this candid conversation is full of sweet surprises and some unexpectedly deep insights about motherhood, freedom, and what really matters. If you’ve eve...
In this episode, Laura Nicole breaks down how successful VAs land their first clients, and it’s not what you think! Forget chasing algorithms or endlessly applying to freelance job boards. Instead, Laura reveals how relationship-building, strategic networking, and leveraging your existing community can lead to high-quality, long-term clients. If you’ve been hesitating to put yourself out there because your brand isn’t “perfect” yet, this episode will help you shift your mindset and take confi...
Ready to cut through the confusion of starting a virtual assistant business? Forget the fancy websites, perfect branding, and complicated business structures. In this episode, Laura Nicole shares the truth about launching a successful VA business, and it’s actually much simpler than most people think! Join her as she talks about what clients really want and the essentials of getting started as a virtual assistant. In this episode, Laura Nicole will discuss: What you think you needWhat y...
Laura Nicole tackles one of the biggest challenges new Virtual Assistants face: deciding which services to offer. Drawing from her own journey where she replaced her college professor salary within five months, Laura Nicole shares how everyday soft skills and household management experience can be transformed into high-value VA services. She breaks down the easiest entry points into the industry and explains why these foundational skills are in high demand with small business owners. Join her...
Thinking about becoming a Virtual Assistant but wondering if you’re really qualified? In this episode, Laura Nicole shares a fresh perspective about becoming a Virtual Assistant that might surprise you. She explains why the skills you use in your every day life, at work and at home, could be your biggest business asset and why starting a VA career might be easier (and more natural) than you think. Join her as she breaks down why transitioning into the virtual assistant space doesn’t mean star...
Laura Nicole gets real about the income potential of working from home as a virtual assistant. She breaks down how much new, intermediate & advanced virtual assistants can earn! Laura Nicole also dives into what factors contribute to your rate, ways that you can scale your income and use your past experience to your advantage. Join her in this podcast as she equips aspiring VAs with the mindset and practical steps needed to build a thriving business from home. In this episode, Laura...
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