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This podcast is for the digitally curious, smart go-getters, virtual assistants, and freelancers who want to work the freedom and flexibility of working from home as a higher-paid marketing assistant. On the show host, Emily Reagan, shares marketing tips and strategies, mindset, encouragement, best practices and stories of how your fellow freelancers achieved their dreams. It'll help you on your journey to building a sustainable, profitable independent contractor business on our terms.
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8 years ago I had a dream to start a Subscription Box service full of goodies for women to treat themselves and nurture the importance of self care. It took me a full 18 months to make it happen! I was paralyzed by ‘all the things’ I had to figure out with no one to turn to for guidance. That is why I created Launch Your Box! Maybe you need some direction on how to begin, or you are ready to grow your subscriber base. Either way, it all starts with an idea that can turn into a constant reocc ...
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Hey Guys! You’ve found it! Welcome to the Fearless Pursuit of Freedom Podcast; I am your host Brandon Richards. I am a real estate investor and avid entrepreneur based out of Flagstaff Arizona. My company is OPF and we flip, wholesale and buy businesses. Listen in as I interview the nation’s leading entrepreneurs and discuss the monumental battles of business and life.
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Are you a burnt-out working mom and ready to make a new career move outside of your 9-5? Are you ready to work at home and spend more time with your kids? Are you wondering if it's really possible to create a consistent, full-time income from home? Are you ready for financial freedom, and the ability to afford those family vacations you've always dreamed of? The Virtual Assistant Mama Podcast is hosted by Arianna Vernier, mama and former elementary teacher turned Virtual Assistant coach for ...
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If you're a business owner or an entrepreneur, whether in your first few years or growing fast you need skilled help to grow and scale properly. Meet the VA kings, Chris & Jeff. They are the founders of a VAOCITY, where their primary focus is helping people like you acquire skilled, trained, and prepared assistants for your business to lift some of the heavy loading and at an affordable price. This podcast is here to help you while scaling, learn about growing a culture of employees, and emb ...
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Dare to Leap

Kathy Goughenour

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Welcome to Dare to Leap, a conversation and community supporting women to create the freedom, flexibility and financial security they desire and deserve. Hosted by Kathy Goughenour, CEO & Founder of Virtual Expert(R) Training. Each week you’ll hear from thought leaders who are offering innovative solutions for the remote workforce, gather best practices from organizations recognized as best in class at leading virtual teams and engage in conversations with all stakeholders when it comes to t ...
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Do you think you’re too old to start a business? Do you worry it’s too late to pivot and do something you’re truly passionate about? Something that could make a huge difference in the lives of you and your family? It’s not too late. It’s never too late. I say it often, but sometimes it takes hearing it from somebody else before it really sinks in. …
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One of the reasons I love to offer marketing services is I saw very quickly in my freelancer career that if I leaned into marketing and less management, less operations, and less admin, then I had more freedom. Marketing really lends itself to getting ahead. Even if your clients are requiring a weekly task, you can get organized, you can systematiz…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing what you can do for insurance when you work as a Virtual Assistant. Ready to jump into the world of Virtual Assistance and work from home for good? Make sure to join us in the Virtual Assistant Mama Academy before cart closes this Friday, April 26! You can learn more about the progr…
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Do you wish that there was a way to stay home with your babies instead of spending 3/4 of your day stuck at your 9-5? Do you wish you felt confident that the skills you have could translate to another career, without needing another degree or tons of experience? That you could afford to take that dream vacation to the beach or Disney? That your inc…
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What if, 6 months from now, you were enjoying your summer KNOWING without a doubt in your mind that you never had to return to your 9-5 again? What would your life look like if you were able to replace your income while working from home just a few hours a week? During this free workshop, “The Number 1 Way to Start Working from Home,” I’ll teach yo…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing how you can become a Virtual Assistant in one week with only 10 hours or less! Also, don’t forget to register for the FREE Workshop – The Number 1 Way to Start Working from Home. Between now and April 18, you can register for the workshop by visiting ariannavernier.com/free-workshop…
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Can anyone start a subscription box business? Yes. I truly believe this. I say it all of the time - I’m not special. And no, that doesn’t mean I don’t think I’m great or suffer from a lack of confidence. It just means I don’t have anything you don’t have. I’m an ordinary person who doesn’t give up. And it’s that “not giving up” piece that matters. …
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After 200 episodes, I’ve learned that having a podcast forces you to show up. I say this all the time about hiring a team– when you have other people who are working beside you to accomplish a goal, you take it seriously and don't put it aside. This is gonna be a fun episode because I also asked my podcast editor, Emily Porter, a fellow military sp…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, we’re doing a side hustle face off between affiliate marketing versus becoming a Virtual Assistant! Also, don’t forget to register for the FREE Workshop – The Number 1 Way to Start Working from Home. Between now and April 18, you can register for the workshop by visiting ariannavernier.com/free…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing whether or not you can have a stable income as a Virtual Assistant. Also, don’t forget to register for the FREE Workshop – The Number 1 Way to Start Working from Home. Between now and April 18, you can register for the workshop by visiting ariannavernier.com/free-workshop. This work…
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On March 5th at about 10:00 in the morning, Facebook went down. Instagram went down, too. The outage didn’t last long, but it had an impact on so many business owners, especially those who rely heavily on social media. That day, Meta was only down for a short while, but what if it was down for the day? The week? The month? What if it went away for …
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I started out offering basic VA services back in 2007, not fully realizing the value of what I was providing. But over the years, I've learned some valuable lessons (and definitely made my fair share of mistakes) and transformed my approach to freelancing. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the myth of the "six-figure VA" and sharing …
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing everything you need to know about becoming a Virtual Assistant. Also, don’t forget to register for the FREE Workshop – The Number 1 Way to Start Working from Home. Between now and April 18, you can register for the workshop by visiting ariannavernier.com/free-workshop. This workshop…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing 3 ways for you to determine if it’s time for you to quit teaching or not. Also, don’t forget to register for the FREE Workshop – The Number 1 Way to Start Working from Home. Between now and April 18, you can register for the workshop by visiting ariannavernier.com/free-workshop. Thi…
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Today’s episode was inspired by a question from a member of Launch Your Box - and a former guest on the podcast. Betsy Goodman shared her sold-out launch story in episode 93. Betsy is a maker and a teacher - she teaches lettering and wax seal techniques. Her work is beautiful and her question is a common one among subscription box owners who make o…
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Here’s what I see happen with freelance service providers: We jump in, we book our first clients, and then we never look back and never take the time to up-level our positioning and assets so we can attract bigger clients who value us and who pay more. This becomes a problem when you’re ready for project rates because you're not positioned as an ex…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I brought on Amber Pasillas, a Virtual Assistant specializing in Social Media Management and Copywriting. Amber walks us through what a week in the life of a busy mama and business owner looks like, and how she structures her business to fit around her busy life! Connect with Amber on her websi…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing the 2 biggest lies that people tell themselves when they want to become a Virtual Assistant. Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/free-workshop Grab my book, “Teacher Turned…” – https://teacherturnedvirtualassistant.com/book Join the Virtual A…
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One of the biggest benefits of a subscription box business is recurring revenue. You can build ANOTHER recurring revenue stream in your business by adding a membership to your subscription box business. In episode 145 of this podcast, I interviewed three of my Mastermind students, all of whom hit $1 million in revenue last year! They have different…
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We’re celebrating 200 EPISODES of Unicorns Unite with a takeover! My 2 friends and guest hosts, Celi Arias and Jen Liddy, are asking unfiltered questions about my personal and professional journey as a freelancer, entrepreneur, and mother. Celi Arias is a seasoned entrepreneur and consultant with a proven track record of building and selling 7-figu…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I brought on Mélissa LeMay, a Graphic Designer for over 6 years! Mélissa walks us through what a week in the life of a Graphic Designer looks like, and how she structures her business to fit around her busy life! Connect with Mélissa on her website www.graphicmaven.ca, and on Instagram @graphic…
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What if, 6 months from now, you were enjoying your summer KNOWING without a doubt in your mind that you never had to return to your 9-5 again? What would your life look like if you were able to replace your income while working from home just a few hours a week? On April 18, I’ll be hosting a FREE workshop, “The Number 1 Way to Start Working from H…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing 5 reasons that moms make great Virtual Assistants. Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/free-workshop Grab my book, “Teacher Turned…” – https://teacherturnedvirtualassistant.com/book Join the Virtual Assistant Mama Academy– https://virtualassi…
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Starting a Facebook business page from scratch is hard. Even growing an existing page can feel hard. But it’s a critical part of audience building. You create great content your ideal customer will love. And you want your ideal customer - lots of your ideal customers - to see it. That means gaining more followers. When I started my page, How to Sta…
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What intake form questions should service providers ask prospects before a discovery call? Don’t underestimate the power of asking the right questions upfront! This little form is the gateway to vetting your prospects, ensuring that your time and theirs are well spent. We've got an all-star lineup of Workgroup members, biz friends, and service prov…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I brought on Amy Crumpton, a Virtual Practice Manager of one and a half years. Amy walks us through what a week in the life of a Virtual Practice Manager looks like, and how she structures her business to fit around her busy life! Connect with Amy on Instagram @amycrumpton Sign up for the free …
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing my 5 top tips to help you replace your income as a new Virtual Assistant. Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/free-workshop Grab my book, “Teacher Turned…” – https://teacherturnedvirtualassistant.com/book Join the Virtual Assistant Mama Acade…
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Does it feel like you are making good sales, but nothing is left in your bank account at the end of each month? Are you bringing in enough revenue to cover your overhead and pay your employees but can’t pay yourself? I’ve been there. If you’re a small business owner, you’ve been there, too. It’s time to change how we think about sales and profitabi…
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Today we have one of our very own Digital Marketer’s Workgroup members here on the podcast! I love to highlight other freelancers, how they're doing business, what kind of services they're offering, what lessons they've learned, and in Heidi's case, sharing how she has scaled to six figures as an agency. She's one of our most recent workgroup membe…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I brought on Liz Chapman, a Podcast Manager and Launch Specialist. Liz walks us through what a week in the life of a Podcast Manager looks like, and how she structures her business to fit around her busy life! Connect with Liz on her website www.lizchapmanco.com, and on Instagram @liz_chapman_p…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing 3 things I gave up in order to grow my Virtual Assistant business. Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/free-workshop Grab my book, “Teacher Turned…” – https://teacherturnedvirtualassistant.com/book Join the Virtual Assistant Mama Academy– htt…
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What if you never had to pack and ship your subscription boxes again? How would that change your business… and your life? Ryan Culver of Lessgistics joined me for this episode to talk all things subscription box fulfillment center. Not only does Ryan have more than 20 years of experience in supply chain, he’s also a former health & wellness subscri…
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Agency ownership isn't for everybody. We’re really diving into what it takes to start an agency, what you need to do to prepare yourself, and what mistakes to avoid. Even if you're not thinking of an agency right now, you just never know. Or you might run across sister service providers who have these questions, and now you know where to steer them…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I brought on Kat Kurdziel, mama and Social Media Manager. Kat walks us through what a week in the life of a Social Media Manager looks like, what kinds of things she does in her business, and how she structures her business to fit around her life as a busy mom! Connect with Kat on Instagram @ka…
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Have you ever gone a fews months, a quarter, or an entire year thinking "Man, I am killing it", only to discover that the bank account is empty? David tells us why we need to utilize the "envelope" method within our business to ride the waves of business. Find David Richter on FB at https://www.facebook.com/david.richter.395 SimpleCFO.com…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing 5 simple things you can do as you start your Virtual Assistant business. Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/free-workshop Grab my book, “Teacher Turned…” – https://teacherturnedvirtualassistant.com/book Join the Virtual Assistant Mama Academ…
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You’ve curated a beautiful subscription box. Your website is nearly ready. But there’s one decision holding you back from actually launching. And it’s all about shipping. Should you offer free shipping or charge for shipping? Of course, “free shipping” isn’t free. If you offer free shipping to your customers, you will adjust the prices of the items…
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All of us are freelancers for a reason: we want freedom. We also envisioned financial freedom. We're diving deeper into the bookkeeping, the accounting, and the expenses we can write off so that we are not paying the IRS as much at the end of the year (and keeping more for ourselves). We're getting credit for running our business because we're alre…
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I brought on Melissa Seideman to share what it’s like working as an Email Marketing Specialist with a Virtual Assistant agency. She walks us through what an Email Marketing Specialist does, and how she structures her business to fit around her busy life! Connect with Melissa on her website http…
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Do you struggle with consistency and momentum as a Virtual Assistant? In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Mama podcast, I’m sharing 10 ways to gain momentum in your Virtual Assistant business. Sign up for the free Virtual Assistant Workshop - https://ariannavernier.com/free-workshop Grab my book, “Teacher Turned…” – https://teacherturnedvirtua…
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Is tech holding you back from launching your subscription box? There are so many decisions to make. One of the first is choosing the right platform for you and your business. There are hundreds to choose from. But not all of them are right for subscription box businesses. So many people get stuck here, overthinking and over-researching. Decision pa…
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