Explore every episode of the podcast The VA Live Lounge
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
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| Ep9# My Business, My Way: Life as a Disabled VA | 29 May 2025 | 00:50:08 | |
In this episode of The VA Live Lounge, Kirsty is joined by the inspirational Vicki Wilson, founder of The Admin Fairy—an award-winning Virtual Assistant who’s proving every day that disability is not a barrier to building a brilliant business. | |||
| Episode 8: Managing Your Capacity & Understanding Your Income Potential As A VA | 23 May 2025 | 00:53:49 | |
In this weeks episode Lisa and Kirsty unpack the realities of putting a framework around your time to manage your capacity as a virtual assistant, and understanding how this helps you to choose the hours that suit you and your life best, but also to work out how much earning potential you really have when it comes down to the hours you have left and what you're charging. The results will surprise you! It's time to get clear about the hours you're REALLY working as a VA, how you're probably NEVER going to make more than £2k per month and how managing and understanding your capacity can change all that. Do you want to scale your virtual assistant business beyond £2k months? Grab our FREE Guide: https://link.ltvaservices.com/widget/quiz/JcXRNZhFsxFRtUWTs1Hr To join the I am More Than A VA FREE Membership visit: https://morethanava.org/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morethanava_/ Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/iammorethanava | |||
| Episode 7: From Circus Life to Client Life – Charlotte Barltrop’s VA Journey 🎪💻 | 09 May 2025 | 01:01:40 | |
In today’s episode of The VA Live Lounge, we’re joined by the incredible Charlotte Barltrop from VA Everywhere who shares one of the most unique VA origin stories we’ve ever heard—from circus performer to virtual assistant! | |||
| Episode 6: Scaling Up: What Happens When a VA Starts Hiring | 02 May 2025 | 00:59:50 | |
In this week’s episode of The VA Live Lounge, we’re joined by the brilliant Wendy Norman, founder of Live Link Resource, who takes us behind the scenes of her journey from solo VA to team leader—and beyond. Wendy shares how she went from doing it all herself to hiring employees, building systems, and eventually turning her VA business into a saleable asset. Her story is packed with wisdom, lessons learned, and powerful takeaways for any VA who’s ever thought about growing a team. We talk about: If you’re ready to think bigger about your VA business, this episode will give you the insight and inspiration to take the leap. Hit play and learn how to scale like a pro. 🎧🔥 | |||
| Episode 5: Fail, Furlough, and Fierce Comeback: My VA Startup Story | 19 Apr 2025 | 00:50:13 | |
In this episode of The VA Live Lounge, we’re joined by the incredible Tasha Dove from Dove Virtual Assistance, who opens up about her powerful and refreshingly honest VA journey. Tasha first gave the VA world a go in August 2020—but like many, she struggled to find her feet and ended up returning to employment. Fast forward to 2021: furloughed, fed up, and fired up, she made the decision to give her business one more shot… and this time, she wasn’t holding back. Now with 12 happy clients and a business that thrives, Tasha shares: If you’ve ever doubted yourself or wondered if it’s too late to start again—this episode is the proof you need that comebacks are possible. Tune in for inspiration, practical tips, and a whole lot of heart 💖 Find out more about Tasha: https://dove-virtualassistant.co.uk/ Get FREE resources: https://morethanava.ltvaservices.com/morethananewsletter-page #TheVALiveLounge #VAStory #FurloughToFreedom #ComebackQueen #VirtualAssistantLife | |||
| Episode 4: How To Niche As A Virtual Assistant | 11 Apr 2025 | 00:46:34 | |
This week in the VA Live Lounge, we’re diving into the ins and outs of niching as a Virtual Assistant. If you’re wondering how to narrow your focus, attract ideal clients, and stand out from the crowd, don’t miss this discussion. We’ll be exploring the benefits of choosing a niche, strategies for identifying the right one, and real-life examples of VAs who found success by specializing. Grab your coffee, tune in, and let’s talk about taking your VA business to the next level! To join our FREE membership visit: https://morethanava.ltvaservices.com/morethananewsletter-page | |||
| Episode 3: Navigating Business Legals: Essential Tips to Start Your VA Business Right | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:47:27 | |
Welcome back to the VA Live Lounge! Today’s episode is all about the legal essentials you need to get right from the start when building your VA business. Whether you're freelancing solo or growing a team of associates, the legal side of your business can make or break your confidence and credibility. We're joined by the fabulous duo behind K&K Legal Consulting, Kirsty and Kate — known for their straight-talking, affordable legal support tailored to freelancers, creatives, and small business owners. To find out more about K&K Legal Consulting visit: https://kkbservices.com/about-us/ Email K&K: lawyers@kkbservices.com Join More Than a VA the community for Virtual Assistants worldwide, every Friday at 10am UK time for our VA Live Lounge. https://www.instagram.com/morethanava_/ | |||
| Episode 2: Why VAs Should Always Get Paid Up Front 💸 | 28 Mar 2025 | 00:47:44 | |
In this episode of The VA Live Lounge, Lisa and Kirsty are tackling a hot topic that too many VAs learn the hard way: getting paid upfront. | |||
| Episode 1: So, You Want to Be a VA? Let’s Get Started! 🎙️✨ | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:46:42 | |
Welcome to the very first episode of The VA Live Lounge! 🎉 Lisa and Kirsty are kicking things off with a bang, diving into one of the biggest questions aspiring Virtual Assistants ask—How do I actually get started? In this episode, we’re covering: Whether you’re dreaming of ditching the 9-5, looking for a flexible career, or just curious about the VA world, this episode is your perfect starting point! Grab a notebook (or just a coffee ☕), and let’s get you on the path to becoming a VA superstar! 🚀💻 Hit play and let’s do this! 🎧✨ The Live Lounges are recorded from lives in YouTube and Instagram To join our va community on Instagram visit: / morethanava_ | |||