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Hey! Do I Need a VA?

Hey! Do I Need a VA?

Many times overwhelmed entrepreneurs are told to “hire a virtual assistant” but not how to do it or what to look for. The term Virtual Assistant (VA) is not a one-size-fits-all. When clients hire someone without knowing all the facts it can result in bad experiences or worse the entrepreneur walking away from much needed support.This podcast is what actual VAs want potential clients to know about the pros and cons of working with virtual support. We will explore topics like:What is a VA?What can a

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29:48

Tech Details with LeAnn Erimli

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2026/01/09

This week, our beloved cast member LeAnn Erimli helps us with all things tech! LeAnn Erimli, AKA That Geeky Lady, is the founder of Handling Business, where she geeks out and fixes technology for those who’d rather not. If you’ve ever struggled with knowing where to start when it comes to your tech stack, password sharing, or website decisions, this episode is for you. During our conversation, LeAnn guides us through the most important things for a business owner to consider when tackling their

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40:48

Business Planning

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2025/11/14

This week, we’re joined by special guest Lynn Lambrecht, AKA The Living Planner®. Lynn created The Living Planner® by drawing from her global aviation career and emergency response experience. Responding to three aviation crashes taught her invaluable lessons about preparedness and resilience. With her business, she helps people proactively prepare for life's challenges rather than just reacting to crises. Her focus is on guiding clients through difficult transitions with preventative strategies for

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34:12

Hiring a Newbie VA

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2025/10/31

Are you thinking of hiring a newbie VA? Well, you’re in luck! This episode is all about hiring a newbie VA from the perspective of Quinn Hubbard, our very own newbie. Quinn talks about the pros and cons of hiring someone who is just starting out, along with different considerations to take into the working relationship. They share their unique perspective as someone who has just joined the industry within the last few years. If you’re a newbie VA yourself, they also have some tips for you!Have a

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35:03

The Financial Mindset with Jessica Kleine

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2025/10/17

In this episode we welcome our first Specialist Guest of the season. Sometimes a client has to make room for a VA, or in this case, work through the mindset of money before hiring someone. That’s where the wonderful Jessica Kleine from MindSET Financial Coaching can help. Jessica Kleine is a money coach who helps women entrepreneurs get rid of guilt and shame around money so they can make confident, aligned decisions. When she’s not rewriting money stories, she’s homeschooling, competing in archery

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26:43

Cultivating Safe Spaces with Bree BV

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2025/10/03

Welcome back for Season Four of Hey! Do I Need a VA?! We’re so happy to have you.In this episode, we start the season strong by discussing what it means for business owners to cultivate safe spaces in their businesses and beyond! Bree BV shares her wisdom and knowledge through real examples of how this practice has helped her team grow in a sustainable way. If you’re interested in Naqsmist to learn how to cultivate a safe space for your business, check out these links:https://www.naqsmist.com/

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33:15

VA School Owner Belinda Sandor

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2025/07/11

We have another guest episode! Welcome to our second guest Belinda Sandor, owner of The VA Connection and trainer of the VA School. Through her business, Belinda has not only helped many virtual assistants find their way, but has also helped many small businesses find virtual assistants.Dive into the episode and find out what advice Belinda has for a client trying to find a VA! If you want to find out more information or work with her, check out her website: thevaconnection.com. Email us at

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41:30

Specialist: Anastasia Brice

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2025/06/27

You are in for a treat! Welcome to our first guest episode with Anastasia Brice, founder of AssistU. Anastasia Brice has paved the way for many virtual assistants thanks to the training program and support that AssistU offers. I’m even lucky to call myself an AssistU graduate!Listen on to hear what advice Anastasia has for clients on the hunt for a VA! If you want to find her or work with her here’s her information: workwithava.com, Assistu.com, and Anastasiabrice.com. If you’re interested in

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13:21

Case Study: How Coaches Use VAs

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2025/06/13

It’s a special kind of episode! Today we’re getting into a case study. If you’ve ever wondered how a coach could use a virtual assistant, look no further!In this episode, we cover what a coach is and some of the things that coaches have asked us to do. We deep dive into how the VA relationship can work for coaches, and what we love about working with them!Have a question?Email us at heyvapodcast@gmail.com, join our Facebook group Find, Hire and Work with a Virtual Assistant (VA):

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21:34

At Will Relationship

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2025/05/30

What is an ‘at will relationship’? In this episode, we talk about the ins and outs of what that term means and how it applies to the VA-client relationship. Sometimes, the work isn’t working, and that’s okay! It’s important to take steps early in the relationship to ensure that things are amicable when and if they do come to an end.Have a question?Email us at heyvapodcast@gmail.com, join our Facebook group Find, Hire and Work with a Virtual Assistant (VA):

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21:41

How Much Accountability Do You Need?

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2025/05/16

This episode was also lovingly referred to as, ‘How Much Mom Do You Need?’ If you need someone to nag you, a VA can do that for you!From sending email follow ups to setting up workflows that work for you, VAs can offer a wealth of accountability. In this episode, we’ll walk you through how to figure out what you need and how to let your VA know. Have a question?Email us at heyvapodcast@gmail.com, join our Facebook group Find, Hire and Work with a Virtual Assistant (VA):

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30:11

When Communication Breaks Down

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2025/05/02

We’ve talked about communication a lot. But it’s so important that we’re going to talk about it some more!In this episode we talk about all of the ways that communication can break down and give you some advice on how to prevent it! From communication that’s just between you and your VA to managing multiple VAs at once, we cover it all. Have a question?Email us at heyvapodcast@gmail.com, join our Facebook group Find, Hire and Work with a Virtual Assistant (VA):

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27:29

Examples of VA Collaborations

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2025/04/18

Just because a VA doesn’t have the skill set you need doesn’t mean they can’t get the work done. Enter…VA collaborations! In this episode, we dive into the good and the bad when it comes to working with multiple VAs. We share stories and give advice so that your VA collaboration can be smooth sailing when the time comes. Have a question?Email us at heyvapodcast@gmail.com, join our Facebook group Find, Hire and Work with a Virtual Assistant (VA): https://www.facebook.com/groups/findavirtualassistant

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28:11

VA Investment Milestones

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2025/04/04

How long will it take for a VA to be worth it for your business? From budget to finding a flow, there are a lot of different factors that can impact how long it can take for the VA investment to pay off. In this episode, we share our own experiences with investment milestones and how they look different with different clients. Depending on what your budget is, some projects may take longer, and that’s okay! As Bree BV says, “you’ve got to make peace with your pace.”Have a question?Email us at

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23:50

The Financial Talk

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2025/03/21

Talking about money can be scary! When it comes to hiring a VA, we can have some advice that can help you out.In this episode, we discuss financial factors to consider beyond the cost of a VA’s hourly rate. What would your five-year plan look like if a VA was there to jump start your business? VAs can help you find hidden expenses, set up systems for producing income, invoice clients for you, and more! Have a question?Email us at heyvapodcast@gmail.com, join our Facebook group Find, Hire and Work

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30:46

Pause, Reflect, Grow

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2025/03/07

Welcome to Season 3! We’re so happy to have you back.There are so many different ways to reflect on how your business is doing, and there are just as many ways to think about how things are going with your VA. In this episode, we discuss different ways to reflect and pause so that you and your business can grow! We talk about what that reflection looks like with a VA and without a VA. All of us have different approaches, so listen and see what works for you!Have a question?Email us at

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43:15

VA Stories- Reactive vs Proactive Clients

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2025/02/21

Throughout our many years of combined experience, we’ve learned a lot. In fact, every standard and boundary that we use to run our businesses today has been learned the hard way. In other words, we’ve struggled so that you don’t have to! So we thought we’d share some stories where things were more challenging than they should’ve been. In this episode, we discuss reactive vs. proactive client experiences, unrealistic expectations and the mindset piece of readiness. Give a listen so you can use our

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19:33

Depend on vs. Dependent on

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2025/02/07

What’s the difference between depending on a VA versus being dependent on a VA? When working with a VA, there has to be a balance between trusting them to meet your expectations and needing them in order for your business to run. When a client finds themselves dependent on a VA, they’ll run into issues whenever their VA is on vacation or if their VA is sick. A business owner should always be able to step back into their business when a VA steps back. If you think you’re having trouble with depending

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18:38

The Mindset Shift from Solo to Working with a VA

Hey! Do I Need a VA? ·

2025/01/24

In this episode, we’re discussing the mental preparation required to work with a virtual assistant. It’s not just delegating tasks! There’s also a mindset shift that happens when you go from solo to team thinking.We'll discuss what questions to ask yourself, how to deal with feelings of overwhelm, and how a VA can help you get out of your own way.Have any questions?Email us at heyvapodcast@gmail.com, join our Facebook group Find, Hire and Work with a Virtual Assistant (VA):

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36:52

Let’s Get Technical

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2025/01/10

In this episode, we’re diving into the world of technology, a topic we’ve touched on in previous episodes but never fully explored. When working with a virtual assistant, technology can feel overwhelming and confusing for many entrepreneurs. But it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to streamline your processes, this episode breaks down the key technology, programs, and definitions you need to know.We'll discuss how to gradually add the tech tools that make sense for

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22:05

The Difference between the Types of VA Businesses

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2024/11/22

In past episodes, we’ve discussed the different kinds of support. In this episode, we’re focusing on the pros and cons of the different types of virtual assistant businesses: solopreneurs, teams, agencies, and online business managers (OBM).A quick note…new episodes will resume on January 10. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!Have a question?Email us at heyvapodcast@gmail.com, join our Facebook group Find, Hire and Work with a Virtual Assistant (VA):

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