Landscaping companies, snow removal crews, pressure washers, pool maintenance teams, when weather hits, everything becomes urgent. Phones blow up. Schedules shift. Clients want answers now.

Scope creep is a common challenge in the VA-client relationship. I see it happen a lot with new VAs because some clients just take advantage of the title of being a NEW VA. And many clients are just a hot mess and don't realize they're even doing it. Either way, it's not healthy for the relationship and will eventually build resentment. Here's a breakdown of what it looks like, who typically initiates it, how to spot it early and effective ways to address it:

Because “funding your why” means something different for every woman in our community. Maybe it’s paying off debt. Maybe it’s creating breathing room between paychecks. Maybe it's getting out of a bad relationship. Maybe it’s saving enough to walk away from that job that’s draining the life out of you. Whatever your version is, it starts with knowing your numbers.

Funding your why for you could mean generating income so you can travel the world, paying off debt, investing in a creative project, funding your next chapter in life, or simply buying back time for yourself. It’s about creating flexibility to live life on your terms. It’s enough to be the vehicle that gives you options when life hits hard or when you have Virtual Assistant work doesn’t have to be your passion. It doesn’t have to be glamorous. It doesn’t have to be the

100 Posts vs. 100 Comments - Two Different Client-Finding Strategies

You found an ideal client. The initial call went amazing. They loved your proposal. They didn't blink an eye at your fees. And you have a start date. Then you hear what every VA hates to hear at the start of a new relationship.

80% of Women in the U.S. Workforce Have Jobs HIGHLY Threatened by A.I.

Do the Boring Work is a community for women ready to turn their skills into a profitable Virtual Assistant business.

MIND YOUR WORDS: Stop Saying You're NEW

One of the most common questions from members who started a new group was "How can I get moms to join my new group?" [Kind of sounds like⤵️

I love the people who be like "I wanna quit my 9-5 so I can build a business where I can work just 2 hours a day!" 😂😂😂 Girl, no! That ⤵️

The MOST IMPORTANT advice I give to VAs about earning money in our space has nothing to do with money.