Becoming A Virtual Assistant: How to Start, Scale, and Succeed As a VA or Freelancer

Kari Andrews

Welcome to Becoming a Virtual Assistant, my name is Kari and I’m a wife and a mom 2 years ago I decided to make the shift away from my network marketing business to becoming a virtual assistant. After six years in the Network Marketing industry, I realized I needed more control over my income while maintaining the freedom and flexibility of being a mom. I scaled my VA business to 5 Figures in 5 months and we are now a 6 Figure Agency in less than 2 years. I want to share my expertise and guide you through the process of starting and scaling your own virtual assistant or freelancing business. Each episode of this podcast is designed to provide you with practical tips, valuable insights, and actionable strategies to help you build a thriving VA business. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, or looking to make a career change my hope is that this podcast is your go-to resource for mastering the art of virtual assistance. From laying the foundations of a successful VA business to finding your profitable niche, attracting clients, and scaling your operations, we cover it all. I will be sharing my personal experiences, lessons that I’ve learned, and expert advice from others to empower you on your journey. I understand the highs and lows of being a mompreneur, and I am here to support you every step of the way. If you’re ready to take control of your income, create your own schedule, and enjoy the freedom and flexibility of running a virtual assistant or freelancing business, then this podcast is for you. read less
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06-10-2022
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Welcome to Your Business Bestie, The Podcast!   Did you start a business because you wanted to finally bring your passion to life while earning an income and creating freedom around your time and let’s be honest money too, but then somewhere along the way things started to feel really overwhelming and you are struggling to find the joy and worried about dropping the ball or missing something all together? Sleepless nights and google searches on how to hire a VA or productivity tips but it all just seems so overwhelming and you aren’t sure if you are actually cut out to do this thing? I see you!!  I was you and I am here to tell you there is a better way!  Hi, my name is Kari and I am your Business Bestie.  I have created this podcast as a place for YOU to find actionable and tangible tips to decreasing the overwhelm and finding calm in the chaos.  We are going to walk through what it means to automate and systemize your business with tactical strategies and tools that support your business not create more work.  We are going to walk through time management, productivity tips, what it means to delegate and outsource, and what you need to do before that should even be something to consider. My hope is that this breaths new life in to your business and you find that passion, joy, ,and fire again.  No giving up and throwing in the towel on my watch!!  Let’s get to work sis and share some laughs along the way! Join the Bestie Community at www.ybbcommunity.com Let’s Connect on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/your_business_bestie_ Schedule a Clarity Call: www.ybbco.com/clarity

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5 Minute Practice That Changed My Life
21-11-2023
5 Minute Practice That Changed My Life
Do you have a gratitude practice?  During this week of Thanksgiving, I am sharing my 5-minute gratitude practice that has changed my life. Let's Connect:  Use the link below to access ALL THE THINGS!!  Freebies, Newsletter Sign Up, Coaching Offerings, and More! CLICK HERE!  Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @the_kariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.
What Clients Really Want (and need) From Their Virtual Assistant
14-11-2023
What Clients Really Want (and need) From Their Virtual Assistant
Today we are talking about what clients really want and need from their Virtual Assistant.  I am sharing 4 tips to help you wow their socks off and exceed their expectations so you can keep them on retainer month after month. Use this link to access ALL THE THINGS!!  Freebies, Newsletter Sign Up, Coaching Offerings, and More! CLICK HERE!  Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @the_kariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.
4 Ways To Help You Stand Out When You Are Pitching Your Services
07-11-2023
4 Ways To Help You Stand Out When You Are Pitching Your Services
Are you struggling to land a client or close the deal?  Do you feel like you get buried in a pile of other freelancers trying to pitch themselves too?   Today I have 4 tips to help you stand out! Not sure where to begin?  Grab my Getting Started as a VA Checklist here! OR Determine your VA Super Power with my 'Find Your Zone of Genius' Guide. If you are ready to jump into The VA Lab, you can read more and secure your spot here. I hope you find value here!   Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @the_kariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.
How To Pitch Yourself (Sales Secrets) with Lindsay Fletcher pt. 1
31-10-2023
How To Pitch Yourself (Sales Secrets) with Lindsay Fletcher pt. 1
Today we have a treat for you!  We have a 2 part podcast about sales, pitching yourself, and where to find those ideal clients. My dear friend and Sales Strategist Lindsay Fletcher host of the Small Business Sales & Strategy podcast joins me in this conversation about pitching yourself as a Virtual Assistant or any small business owner.   This is a 2 part conversation, once you listen to this episode head over to Lindsay's show to hear part 2 for all the juicy secrets on where to find your ideal clients! Listen to the Small Business Sales & Strategy Podcast here. If you are ready to jump into The VA Lab, you can read more and secure your spot here. I hope you find value here!   Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @thekariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.
3 Reasons You Should Start Your VA Business Now!
24-10-2023
3 Reasons You Should Start Your VA Business Now!
Are you considering starting your business but you just aren't sure if now is the right time or if you have missed the boat? I am here to tell you that this industry is sought after and growing!  Today I am sharing 3 reasons (plus 2 bonuses) why you need to start NOW! If you are ready to jump into The VA Lab, you can read more and secure your spot here. I hope you find value here!   Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @thekariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.
Are You Flexing Your Mindset Muscle?
17-10-2023
Are You Flexing Your Mindset Muscle?
The #1 reason why someone doesn't start their business or starts and fails is their mindset.  If you aren't working that muscle every day and you are letting the negative voices of fear, failure, and what if hold space there it is time to STOP!  If you are ready to jump into The VA Lab, you can read more and secure your spot here. I hope you find value here!   Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @thekariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.
5 Skills You Need To Be A Successful VA or Freelancer!
03-10-2023
5 Skills You Need To Be A Successful VA or Freelancer!
Before you even fully know what skills and services you want to offer as a VA or Freelancer it is important that you are skilled in the ways that will make you a strong and successful business owner!    Today I am breaking them down into 5 for you!   If you are interested in learning more about TimeBlocking, you can listen here. ALSO, if you are listening to this before October 4th I still have spots open on my calendar for you to schedule a FREE ‘Find Your Zone of Genius’ coaching session. Click Here To Schedule!  If you are ready to jump into The VA Lab, you can read more and secure your spot here. I hope you find value here!   Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @thekariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.  Dubsado is my CRM of choice, if you are interested you can save 30% by clicking here.
What Is The Difference Between a Virtual Assistant and a Freelancer?
26-09-2023
What Is The Difference Between a Virtual Assistant and a Freelancer?
When I first heard freelancer, I instantly thought of a starving artist.  I have since come to learn that it's not specific to artists.   Today is a super quick episode breaking down the differences between a VA and Freelancer.  ALSO, if you are listening to this before October 4th I still have spots open on my calendar for you to schedule a FREE ‘Find Your Zone of Genius’ coaching session. Click Here To Schedule!  I hope you find value here!   Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @thekariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.
2.0: Plot Twist! ReBrand + A New Heart Led Mission!
26-09-2023
2.0: Plot Twist! ReBrand + A New Heart Led Mission!
Welcome To The Becoming a Virtual Assistant Podcast.   In 2021 I decided to pivot away from my Network Marketing business and start a business as a Virtual Assistant.  I had no idea what I was doing but I knew I needed more control over my income.  For the last 2 years, I have put my blood, sweat, and tears into building my business and we are now a 6 Figure Business.  As the CEO of Your Business Besties Co, I am still learning and growing and I thought it was time to teach other mamas and women how to start their own businesses in the VA and Freelancing space too!    I am proud of the work we do and of my determination not to give up even on the hardest of days.  SO I have decided to add Virtual Assistant Coach to my resume.   I hope you find value here!   Please feel free to connect with me on Instagram @thekariandrews or join our Facebook Community @Becoming A Virtual Assistant.
Ep 27 // Tips for Creating Eye-Catching Emails That Get Opened
28-03-2023
Ep 27 // Tips for Creating Eye-Catching Emails That Get Opened
We are wrapping up March and our Email Marketing Series talking about creating Eye-Catching Emails that get opened! Why are email design and layout so important for email marketing success? Well, email design and layout can make or break an email campaign. An eye-catching design can drive engagement, click-through rates, and conversions, while a poorly designed email can be easily ignored or even deleted.   So, what are some best practices for email design and layout that businesses should follow you ask? We are diving into that this week!   You want to make sure that you are being on-brand and consistent when you are showing up in their inbox. Your messaging will need to be a bit different if you are promoting something vs just sending your weekly newsletter.   You want to make sure that you are using images and graphics to catch people’s attention but not too many or too large of files so they don't end up loading and someone gets annoyed and closes the email before they read it all. Using a tool like Flodesk is such a great idea because they already take so much of that into consideration, so you don't have to do as much work!   I hope you have found this email marketing series helpful and if you have a list I would love for you to add me, so I can see what emails you are sending and cheer you on!   I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services
Ep26 // Crafting Effective Email Subject Lines That Get Opened
21-03-2023
Ep26 // Crafting Effective Email Subject Lines That Get Opened
Today we are continuing our Email Marketing Series and talking about some quick tips to help ensure your audience is going to open the email and read what you are sending with effective Email Subject Lines!   We talked last week about ensuring you are showing up in your audience’s inbox with relevant, valuable content consistently, if you missed that episode, you can listen here. Now let's talk about how we ensure they are opening and consuming that amazing content you are sending them.   I am sharing 6 tips + a couple quick bonuses on ensuring your subject is getting your emails opened!   Making small shifts in how you're showing up in their inboxes will help increase your open rates and audience engagement. Using actionable language that is relevant, short and to the point, personalized, and creates curiosity will help bring your audience in to be more engaged. This helps them build even more trust with you and continues to give you creditability.   I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services
Ep 25 // How To Build An Email Marketing List That Converts
14-03-2023
Ep 25 // How To Build An Email Marketing List That Converts
Welcome to Week 2 of our Email Marketing Series. By now we all know or have heard that we need to have an email marketing list. Last week we talked about 6 Best Practices (if you missed it, you can listen here). Today I have 5 quick tips for building a strong list that converts. We don't want them to join the list and then instantly unsubscribe! ValueUtilizing Lead Magnets/Opt-In'sLeveraging Social MediaOptimizing your Opt-InUsing Pop-Up's  I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies  CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services
Ep 24 // Email Marketing Tips & Strategies - 6 Best Practices
07-03-2023
Ep 24 // Email Marketing Tips & Strategies - 6 Best Practices
Did you know that the average ROI on email marketing is 40% higher than Social Media. I know email marketing can feel overwhelming, but I hope these 6 Best Practices will help take the overwhelm out a little. PersonalizationMobile FriendlyClear, Concise, and Catchy Subject LinesTiming + FrequencyTestingProviding ValueI mentioned FloDesk on the podcast, that is who we use and recommend, Click Here to Save 50% off for your first year!  https://flodesk.com/c/PP20EK   If you are feeling stuck with your email feel free to schedule a Delegation + Strategy Consultation to see how we can help!   I hope this blesses you!   XO Kari    LET’S CONNECT!   Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies  CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services
Ep 23 // Here Are The Top 3 Things You Can Delegate To A VA
21-02-2023
Ep 23 // Here Are The Top 3 Things You Can Delegate To A VA
As a female small business owner, you have to wear many hats. You're the CEO, accountant, marketing manager, and everything in between. With so much on your plate, it can be challenging to find time for everything, and some tasks might not be the best use of your time. You can't and shouldn't be the expert in all the things.  Today we are talking about the top 3 things you can delegate to a VA.   I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services Please click here to book a free Delegation & Strategy Call.
Ep 22 // Everything You Need To Know About Hiring A Coach with Special Guest Lani Jackson Clarity & Strategy Coach
14-02-2023
Ep 22 // Everything You Need To Know About Hiring A Coach with Special Guest Lani Jackson Clarity & Strategy Coach
Today we are talking about the when, who, and how to hire a business coach in your business with Lani Jackson. Lani is a Clarity & Strategy Business Coach for mom entrepreneurs. Helping them to create flexible strategies that adjust and move with the chaos of mom life, but still bring consistent monthly income.   Her passion is to help mompreneurs get out of survival mode, release the mom guilt, and create a clear & sustainable plan of action that will help them reach their dreams of flexibility, and freedom with a thriving, highly profitable business.   She is a mom to 6 kids, host of the Brilliant Mompreneurs Podcast, and community leader of the Brilliant Mompreneurs Society.   Connect with Lani: IG: instagram.com/lanijjackson Website: lanijackson.com Join the Brilliant Mompreneurs Society - lanijackson.com/community Book a free alignment call - lanijackson.com/letstalk Check out her podcast: lanijackson.com/podcast   I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Come hang out with us in the Bestie Community: Your Bestie Guide To Systemizing Your Business  > ybbcommunity.com Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services
Ep 21 // The ONE Thing You Can Do To Grow Your Business Above Anything Else
07-02-2023
Ep 21 // The ONE Thing You Can Do To Grow Your Business Above Anything Else
If you are looking for growth in your business this year whether it be growth in your revenue, growth in your community, or growth in your funnel. I have the not-so-secret sauce to share with you on how I started and grew my business to nearly 6 figures in the first year without spending a dime on running ads.    I hope this blesses you! XO Kari    LET’S CONNECT! Come hang out with us in the Bestie Community: Your Bestie Guide To Systemizing Your Business  > ybbcommunity.com Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services
Ep 20 // What is the difference between a VA and an OBM
31-01-2023
Ep 20 // What is the difference between a VA and an OBM
We have a bit of a longer episode this week, 1st let's catch you up on what is happening over here at YBB Co, and then let's chat about the differences between a VA (Virtual Assistant) and an OBM (Online Business Manager). I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Come hang out with us in the Bestie Community: Your Bestie Guide To Systemizing Your Business  > ybbcommunity.com Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services
Ep 19 // When Do You Know If It’s Time For A Rebrand With Jess Mercier
24-01-2023
Ep 19 // When Do You Know If It’s Time For A Rebrand With Jess Mercier
Today I am so excited to introduce you to the OG Business Bestie, Jess Mercier. Jess is an unbelievably talented Graphic Designer and Artist, and she is the woman behind ours and so many other incredible brands. We are chatting today about the importance of your brand and when to know if it's time for a rebrand.   You can connect with Jess: website: jmmartistdesigner.com Instagram: @Jmmartistdesigner   I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Come hang out with us in the Bestie Community: Your Bestie Guide To Systemizing Your Business  > ybbcommunity.com Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/the-services
Ep 18. The Real and Raw Side of Entrepreneurship
17-01-2023
Ep 18. The Real and Raw Side of Entrepreneurship
Today I want to just have a raw conversation about where I am in my business, and the stress and overwhelm that I am experiencing in this moment in real time. I don't want you to ever think its all roses and rainbows because if you have been in business for any length of time you know it's not, even though we don't really talk about that side as much. So today we are talking about it!     I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Come hang out with us in the Bestie Community: Your Bestie Guide To Systemizing Your Business  > ybbcommunity.com Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/services
Ep 17 // Setting Goals With Intention In The New Year
02-01-2023
Ep 17 // Setting Goals With Intention In The New Year
Raise your hand if you have been personally attacked by a poster board Vision Board that ended up in the back of your closet by February? I know I can't be the only one!   There is a better way!! I am excited to share with you a Not Vision Board Vision Board idea that I learned a few years ago and it has totally changed the game for me and how I set goals and intention in the New Year (but spoiler alert this can be implemented any time of the year)   I want to invite you to our 1st annual Bestie Board Bash on January 11th where we will learn how to create a Vision and Goals for 2023 with Purpose and Intention!   Link to the Event: https://fb.me/e/3igoq5qdZ   I hope this blesses you! XO Kari     LET’S CONNECT! Come hang out with us in the Bestie Community: Your Bestie Guide To Systemizing Your Business  > ybbcommunity.com Find me on the ‘gram > @your_business_bestie_ Click here to join our email list and snag some Bestie Freebies    CONTACT US: hello@yourbusinessbesties.co Learn about our other services:  ybbco.com/the-services