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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.

Vicki lives with cerebral palsy, uses a wheelchair, and runs her VA business her way. With a strong “can do” attitude, she’s carved out a space in the industry that works for her, not in spite of her disability—but alongside it. Her journey is one of resilience, creativity, and pure determination.

In this conversation, we explore:
✨ How Vicki built a thriving VA business around her life and needs
✨ The realities—and misconceptions—of running a business with a disability
✨ Her systems, boundaries, and secrets to success
✨ Winning the Woman Who Achieves Award 2025 and being invited to speak in London about disabled entrepreneurship
✨ Why she believes every business owner should feel empowered to do things their own way

Whether you're disabled, chronically ill, or just trying to make your business fit your life, this episode is packed with perspective, heart, and hope.

🎧 Tune in now and be reminded that success doesn’t have to follow anyone else’s rules.

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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!

Charlotte takes us through her fascinating journey, from life on the trapeze to running a successful VA business that supports clients around the globe. We talk about:
✨ The transferable skills she brought from the circus ring to the VA world
✨ How she found her niche and built a business on her terms
✨ The mindset shifts required to go from performer to business owner
✨ Her top tips for VAs who want to stand out and attract aligned clients

This episode is a true celebration of reinvention, resilience, and doing things your way. Whether you're just starting out or ready to pivot into something new, Charlotte’s story will inspire you to take the leap (pun intended!)

🔗 Connect with Charlotte:
Website: https://www.vaeverywhere.co.uk
Instagram: @vaeverywhere
LinkedIn: Charlotte Barltrop

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Hit play and enjoy this high-flying episode! 🎧✨
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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:
 ✨ The mindset shift from freelancer to business owner
 ✨ Knowing when (and how) to make your first hire
 ✨ Building a business that runs without you doing everything
✨ What it really takes to scale sustainably
✨ Why she believes every VA has the potential to grow something bigger

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. 🎧🔥
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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:
✨ What she learned from “failing” the first time
✨ The mindset shift that changed everything
✨ How she built trust with her clients and grew her reputation
✨ Why perseverance is every VA’s secret weapon

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/

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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!

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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

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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.

From awkward client convos to chasing invoices like it’s a full-time job (ugh 😩), we’ve been there—and we’re here to make sure you don’t have to be.

We’ll cover:
✅ Why upfront payments protect you and your time
✅ The easiest ways to introduce upfront payment terms
✅ What to say when clients push back
✅ Our favourite tools for smooth payments and contracts
✅ Real talk on boundaries, confidence, and valuing your work

If you've ever felt nervous about asking for money before starting a project, this one’s for you. Tune in, take notes, and start getting paid like the pro you are. 💼💰

Hit play, and let’s make money talk less awkward and way more empowering! 🎧✨
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Struggling to get clients as a new VA, just starting out or thinking of becoming a VA? Lisa & Kirsty discuss what it's like and how to get started as a virtual assistant in 2025 every week live on YouTube and Instagram.

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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:
 ✅ What being a VA really means (hint: it’s not just admin work!)
✅ The essential skills you need (and the ones you don’t)
✅ The biggest mistakes new VAs make (so you can avoid them!)
✅ How to find your first clients without the overwhelm
✅ Our top tips for setting up a successful VA business 

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! 🎧✨ 

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