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Alyssa Avant
The Virtual Assistant Advantage is the podcast for Christian Virtual Assistants and the ministry leaders, business owners and bloggers who hire them! Learn the tips, tricks and advantages of working together.
In this episode, Alyssa kicks off the Subscriber to Superfan series by talking about the first step in building meaningful relationships through email: attracting the right people to your list. Learn why your goal shouldn't simply be more subscribers, what makes an effective lead magnet, and how to create a free resource that connects with your ideal audience and your paid offers.
In this special episode, Alyssa shares her biggest takeaways from attending the Advanced Writers and Speakers Conference in St. Charles, Missouri. From video marketing and choosing the right platform for your purpose to building your online presence and serving your audience, you'll discover practical insights to help you reach more people with your message. Alyssa also shares an encouraging reminder from Carol Kent: "Your story is not a detour from your ministry. It is your ministry."
What does it really mean to finish the year strong? In this final episode of the Mid-Year Business Reset series, Alyssa shares why finishing strong isn't about working harder or doing more—it's about focusing on what matters most. Learn how to protect your priorities, prepare for a busy season, create systems, protect your time and energy, and pursue faithfulness over perfection as you move into the second half of the year.
What if you stopped thinking about the next six months and started thinking in the next 12 weeks instead? In this episode, Alyssa shares how the 12 Week Year has transformed the way she plans her business, stays focused on what matters most, and makes consistent progress toward her goals. Learn how to set meaningful priorities, break big goals into weekly action steps, and build momentum for the rest of the year—one 12-week season at a time.
What if the key to finishing the year strong isn't doing more—but doing less? In this episode of the Mid-Year Business Reset series, Alyssa shares five things you may need to stop doing in your business, from chasing every new marketing trend to trying to be everywhere online. Learn how letting go of what isn't serving your mission can create more focus, greater impact, and sustainable growth.
It's hard to believe we're already halfway through the year! In this first episode of the Mid-Year Business Reset series, Alyssa shares why taking time to reflect is one of the most valuable things you can do for your business. Learn how to celebrate your wins, evaluate what's working, adjust your goals if needed, and identify where God is leading you in the months ahead.
What if your content strategy didn't leave you feeling overwhelmed? In this final episode of the Create Once, Reach More series, Alyssa shares a simple, sustainable content workflow that busy authors can actually stick with. Learn how to build your content around one core piece each week, repurpose it into emails and social posts, and create a system that fits your real life and current season. If you've been struggling with consistency, this episode will help you simplify your content, reduce overwhelm, and create a rhythm that allows your message to reach more people without creating more work.
In this episode, Alyssa is joined by author, publisher, and writing coach Dr. Carolyn Wiley to discuss how authors can turn their books into a 24/7/365 content engine. Learn how to use your chapters, stories, frameworks, and key messages to create podcasts, blog posts, emails, social media content, lead magnets, and more. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by content creation, this conversation will show you how to stop starting from scratch and start getting more mileage from the book you've already written.
In this episode of the Create Once, Reach More series, Alyssa shares a simple strategy for turning one idea into a week's worth of content. Learn how to start with a single piece of long-form content and transform it into emails, social media posts, and more—without constantly starting from scratch. If you're tired of wondering what to post each day, this episode will help you create a sustainable content system that saves time, reduces overwhelm, and helps your message reach more people.
Most authors think they need to create more content, but the real problem is often that they're constantly starting from scratch. In this episode, Alyssa kicks off a new series, Create Once, Reach More: Simple Content Repurposing for Authors, by sharing why creating more isn't always the answer. Learn how strategic content repurposing can help you save time, avoid burnout, and get more mileage from the content you've already created. If content creation feels overwhelming, this episode will help you shift from constantly creating to creating more intentionally.
In this final episode of the Don’t Build on Borrowed Land series, Alyssa shares her honest thoughts and personal experience with Substack after spending several weeks exploring the platform herself. Is Substack worth it for authors? Should it replace your website and email list—or simply support them? Alyssa breaks down when Substack can be helpful, when to be cautious, and how to decide whether it fits into your long-term content strategy. If you’ve been wondering whether you should jump on the latest platform trend, this episode will help you make a wise, sustainable decision for your business and brand.
In this episode of Don’t Build on Borrowed Land: Smarter Content Strategies for Authors, Alyssa takes an honest and balanced look at platforms like Substack and social media. Are they worth using? Should authors go all in—or avoid them altogether? Alyssa shares the pros and cons of Substack, why platforms should be tools instead of foundations, and how to use them strategically without losing control of your content or audience. Learn how to build a content ecosystem that supports long-term growth while still taking advantage of the visibility and connection platforms can offer.
In this episode of our series Don’t Build on Borrowed Land: Smarter Content Strategies for Authors, Alyssa shares what every author should be building and owning in today’s online world. Learn why your website and email list are the true foundation of long-term growth, how a content library can continue working for you years after you hit publish, and why SEO matters more than short-term visibility on social media. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re starting over every day online, this episode will help you think differently about the content you create—and where it should live.
Most authors think they need to create more content, but the real issue is often where that content lives. In this episode, Alyssa kicks off a new series, Don’t Build on Borrowed Land: Smarter Content Strategies for Authors, by unpacking the biggest mistake she sees—building on platforms you don’t own. Learn why your website and email list matter more than ever, and how to create content that keeps working for you long-term.
Consistency doesn’t mean doing more—it means doing what matters. In this episode, Alyssa shares how to create a simple, sustainable marketing rhythm that helps you grow your audience without burnout.
Think you need to “be ready” before starting an email list? Think again. In this episode, Alyssa breaks down why your email list is one of your most valuable assets as an author and gives you simple, practical steps to start building it today—no overwhelm required.
In this episode, Alyssa shares why reaching 50 Amazon reviews is a key milestone for authors and how it can significantly impact your book’s credibility, visibility, and sales. She also walks you through simple, authentic ways to ask for reviews and create a system that keeps them coming—without feeling pushy or awkward.
Most authors don't have a marketing problem — they have a clarity problem. In this kickoff episode of our April series, The Few Things That Actually Matter in Book Marketing, Alyssa reveals why unclear messaging silently sabotages your marketing and shares a simple framework to fix it:
"I help ___ go from ___ to ___ so they can ___."
This one statement becomes the foundation for all of your content, emails, speaking, and offers. Tune in and walk away with the clarity your book marketing has been missing.
More visibility means more opportunities, more ideas, and more temptation to pivot, add, or chase something new. In this episode, Alyssa shares how to expand your business in a way that feels aligned — not chaotic. From recognizing shiny object syndrome to knowing exactly when (and when not) to add a new offer, this episode will help you scale with clarity, stay rooted in your calling, and keep your message strong as your audience grows.
This episode helps Christian authors, speakers, and coaches reconcile money and ministry, ensuring they can build sustainable, long-term impact. We provide practical business strategies for your faith-based business, helping you make money online with a purpose-driven business that aligns with God's plan.
In this episode of the From Message to Monetization series on the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, Alyssa Avant connects the dots between your message and your income.
If you have a clear transformation and aligned offers but no pathway between them, your audience won’t know how to move forward. Alyssa breaks down how to build a simple sales ecosystem — lead magnet, nurture sequence, and offer — without tech overwhelm or complicated funnels.
You’ll learn how to guide your audience from discovery to deeper transformation using email marketing as a long-term ministry and marketing tool.
Next week: charging confidently as a Christian leader and reconciling money with ministry.
In this episode of the From Message to Monetization series on the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, Alyssa Avant walks Christian authors, speakers, and coaches through how to create aligned offers around their message.
Your book, keynote, or podcast isn’t the final product — it’s the entry point. Alyssa explains how to turn your message into structured offers like courses, coaching, or paid programs without feeling salesy or scattered.
You’ll learn how to move from inspiration to implementation, create a clear path from free content to paid offers, and build delivery systems that increase both impact and income.
Next week: building a simple sales ecosystem that helps your offers convert.
In this first episode of our March series, From Message to Monetization, Alyssa Avant helps Christian authors, speakers, and coaches clarify the transformation they provide.
If you’ve ever struggled to explain what you do — or why someone should invest in working with you — this episode will give you the foundation you need. You’ll learn why people don’t pay for information, they pay for solutions, how to identify the real problem your audience faces, and how defining a clear before-and-after increases both impact and income.
Clarity isn’t optional — it’s what turns your message into momentum.
If you need help refining your message or building the systems behind it, you can book a 30-minute strategy session at alyssaavantandcompany.com/contact.
In this final episode of the Faithful & Wise AI series, Alyssa Avant shares the three AI tools she uses in her own Christian business—ChatGPT, Quso.ai, and VidIQ—and how they help her save time, repurpose content, and stay focused on her calling. This practical, behind-the-scenes look will show you how AI can be used with wisdom, stewardship, and integrity without losing your voice or your values.
In this episode, Alyssa Avant is joined by Misty Phillip—author, speaker, and co-author of Upskill or Die—for an honest and insightful conversation about AI, fear, and faithful stewardship. Misty shares her journey into the tech and cybersecurity world, explains why AI is advancing so quickly, and helps demystify generative and agentic AI in a way that’s easy to understand. Together, they discuss why Christians shouldn’t ignore AI, how to use it wisely without surrendering our voice or values, and how education—not fear—positions us to steward technology well in a rapidly changing world.
AI is everywhere—and opinions about it are strong, especially within the Christian community. In this episode, Alyssa Avant breaks down what AI actually is (and isn’t) and explains the key differences between generative and agentic AI in simple, practical terms. This conversation isn’t about convincing you to use AI—it’s about gaining understanding so you can make wise, prayerful decisions as a Christian business owner. Rooted in Proverbs 4:7, this episode will help you replace confusion and fear with clarity, discernment, and faithful stewardship.
We’re starting a new series in February on the Christian Business Advantage podcast, called Faithful & Wise: Navigating AI as a Christian Business Owner. In this first episode, we ask the big question many Christian authors, speakers, and coaches are wondering: Is it okay for Christians to use AI?
We’ll talk about why AI is a tool—not a replacement for your calling, conviction, conscience, or the Holy Spirit. Through Scripture and practical examples, we’ll explore discernment, stewardship, and wisdom, calm common fears, and address the guilt many believers feel around using AI.
If you want to honor God, steward your time well, and think clearly about how (and if) AI fits into your work, this episode will help you lay a solid, biblical foundation for the conversation ahead.
In this final episode of the January video marketing series on the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, Alyssa Avant walks you through how to develop a simple, effective video marketing strategy for your business. You’ll learn how to clarify your goals, understand your audience, choose the right platforms, plan and schedule your content, and evaluate what’s working. If you’re ready to move from “just posting videos” to using video with purpose and strategy, this episode will help you create a plan you can actually sustain.
In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, Alyssa Avant breaks down the five essential elements of a successful short-form marketing video. From creating strong hooks and using captions to showing up authentically and including a clear call to action, you’ll learn how to grab attention quickly and make your reels, TikToks, and YouTube Shorts work for your business. If you want your short-form videos to be more strategic—and more effective—this episode is for you.
In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, Alyssa Avant breaks down the different types of video you can use in your business marketing in 2026. From long-form videos like podcasts, interviews, trainings, and Facebook Lives to short-form content such as reels, YouTube Shorts, and TikToks, Alyssa explains how each fits into a simple, repurposing-friendly strategy. You’ll walk away with practical ideas for creating video content that works smarter—not harder—and supports your overall marketing goals.
In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, Alyssa Avant kicks off a brand-new January series all about video marketing. You’ll learn why video is no longer optional for your business in 2026 and how it can help you build trust, boost engagement, increase conversions, and improve your SEO. Alyssa also shares how she’s personally committing to using more video this year—and challenges you to do the same. Tune in to discover the “why” behind video and get a preview of what’s coming in this month’s series.
In the final episode of our December Prepare & Position series, we talk about casting a faith-filled vision for 2026. Instead of planning from pressure or perfectionism, this episode invites you to dream with God, align with His timing, and move forward with hope, trust, and obedience. You’ll learn the difference between goal setting and vision casting—and how to step into the new year with expectancy and peace.
In today’s episode, we continue our December Prepare & Position series by talking about simplifying to multiply—creating systems that bring peace to your business. You’ll learn why simplicity leads to clarity, consistency, and capacity, plus three essential systems every business needs to reduce overwhelm and step into the new year with confidence. If you’re ready for calmer, more effective workflows, this episode will help you build a business that supports your calling instead of draining you.
In this week’s episode, we continue our Prepare & Position December series by exploring what it truly means to pray first and plan second. Instead of handing God our finished business plans, we talk about pausing, seeking His direction, and creating goals aligned with His leading. You’ll learn a simple “PACE” framework for inviting God into your strategy, how to discern His guidance, and why surrender brings more peace than pressure as you prepare for the new year.
In this kickoff to our December series, Prepare & Position, we’re focusing on the foundation every Christian business owner needs: a God-led CEO mindset. We’ll talk about identity, confidence, and letting God guide your thoughts as you prepare for the new year. If you’re ready to enter 2026 with clarity, peace, and purpose, this episode will help you start strong.
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In the final episode of our Faithful Finish series, we’re talking about something every Christian business owner needs—protecting your peace. As the year winds down, it’s easy to push yourself toward burnout, but God invites you to rest, release control, and renew your spirit. In this episode, you’ll learn how to recognize burnout, create simple Sabbath moments, and surrender the pressure to “finish everything.” Finishing well isn’t about perfection—it’s about faithfulness.
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In today’s episode of The Christian Business Advantage Podcast, we’re continuing our November theme of Finishing Faithfully by shifting our hearts toward joyful, Spirit-led planning. Instead of hustling into a new year, we’re slowing down to reflect on God’s faithfulness, pray over our goals, and invite Him into every part of our business planning. Join Alyssa as she shares simple 1–2–3 steps to reflect, pray, and plan with joy—not pressure—and discover how partnering with God brings peace, purpose, and unexpected growth.
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As the year winds down, it’s easy to fill our days with good things that crowd out what God’s truly calling us to do. In this week’s episode, Alyssa shares three practical steps to help you simplify your business without losing productivity — and make more room for peace and purpose.
✨ 1️⃣ Identify what’s draining you
✨ 2️⃣ Delegate or delete what doesn’t need your touch
✨ 3️⃣ Serve with margin and focus
Remember: simplifying isn’t laziness — it’s obedience. When you clear the clutter, you create space for God to move through your business and reflect His peace.
🕊️ “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace.” — 1 Corinthians 14:33
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As we enter the final months of the year, it’s easy to get caught up in busyness — but what if this season could look different? In this kickoff episode of the Faithful Finish series, Alyssa shares how to finish the year faithfully, not frantically.
You’ll learn how to:
💜 Pause for perspective — reflect on God’s faithfulness in your business
🙏 Pray for direction — seek the Holy Spirit’s guidance instead of the world’s pace
🌿 Proceed with peace — move forward in alignment with your calling, not comparison
Let’s commit to finishing well by staying in step with the Spirit.
✨ “Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.” — Galatians 5:25
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This is the 5th most popular episode of 2025. As we reach the halfway point of 2025, this episode invites you to pause and reflect on what God has done in your life and business so far this year. I’ll walk you through powerful reflection questions to help you take inventory, celebrate wins, and assess what needs to shift as you move forward with renewed purpose.
Whether you’re feeling on track with your goals or a little behind, this episode will help you recenter your focus, lean into your calling, and move forward with clarity and faith.
✨ Plus, I’ll share one of my favorite tools—my Passion Planner—and how journaling has helped me stay grounded for over 30 years. You’ll even get a bonus resource recommendation: The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran, one of the most impactful books I’ve used in business and life.
📒 Grab your journal, pause when needed, and let’s reflect with purpose so we can finish the year strong!
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This is the 4th most popular episode of the podcast for 2025. In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, we’re continuing our July series, Email Marketing That Ministers and Converts. Alyssa shares how your sales emails can both uplift and convert — without feeling pushy or inauthentic.
You’ll learn:
- The 3-part purpose of faith-based email content
- How to write from a place of calling, not pressure
- The power of transformation-focused language
- A simple structure for emails that connect and convert
- Practical tips to write compelling copy with soft, clear calls to action
If you're an author, speaker, or coach who wants to honor Christ while growing your business, this episode is packed with insight to help you write emails that truly serve.
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The third most popular episode of 2025 was - Realignment.
If you’ve been feeling distracted, discouraged, or disconnected from your original purpose, this episode is for you. We’ll walk through the signs that you’ve drifted from your calling, explore Scripture-based encouragement from Proverbs 3:5–6 and Colossians 3:23, and talk about how to rebuild purpose-driven habits that bring clarity and peace.
You’ll also hear part of my own story—how God called me into this work and how I’ve had to lay down and pick up different parts of my business over time, always seeking His direction.
✨ Whether you're overwhelmed, chasing trends, or second-guessing your path, today’s episode will remind you that you're not alone—and it's never too late to realign with God's purpose for your business.
📅 Need support and clarity? Book a 20-minute strategy session with me for personalized guidance. https://alyssaavantandcompany.hbportal.co/public/65bbd9a357feb2001ff026a8/1-What_to_Expect
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For the month of October I am replaying the most popular episodes of 2025.
In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, host Alyssa Avant continues the Mid-Year Momentum series with an encouraging message for anyone feeling drained or discouraged in their business. If you’ve been running on empty, this one’s for you. Alyssa shares personal stories, biblical wisdom, and practical steps to help you overcome burnout, reconnect with your calling, and reignite your passion for the work God has given you. It’s time to rest, realign, and remember your “why.”
👉 Tune in for faith-fueled strategies and leave with renewed hope!
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This is a replay of the #1 episode of 2025 thus far, as I made a mistake and only recorded 4 episodes for September and there are 5 Mondays.
In this episode of The Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host Alyssa Avant continues the March series on content repurposing. She breaks down a step-by-step framework to maximize your content, ensuring it works for you long-term. Learn how to identify evergreen content, create a content bank, and implement the 3-to-1 rule (or even 5-to-1!) to repurpose your content efficiently across multiple platforms. Whether you're a Christian author, speaker, coach, or virtual assistant, this strategy will help you streamline your content creation and marketing efforts. Tune in to discover practical tips to save time while expanding your reach!
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In this week’s episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host Alyssa Avant dives into one of the most effective yet often overlooked tools for growing your business—email marketing. You’ll learn why email still matters, what to send your subscribers, how to set up a simple opt-in to grow your list, and easy automations that save you time. If social media feels unpredictable, email is the steady, reliable way to build trust and stay connected with your audience.
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In this week’s episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host Alyssa Avant continues the September series on streamlining your online presence by focusing on simplifying social media. If social media feels overwhelming, this episode will help you discover practical ways to save time and reduce stress. Alyssa shares strategies for batching and scheduling content, repurposing posts across platforms, choosing the right places to show up, and setting healthy boundaries to avoid burnout. Learn how to stay consistent without constantly reinventing the wheel—so you can show up faithfully, not frantically.
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, Alyssa Avant shares why a website still matters today and how it can serve as the home base for your online presence. Learn the essentials every author, speaker, or coach website should include, plus simple tips to keep your site professional, user-friendly, and effective in building credibility and connection.
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host Alyssa Avant kicks off a brand-new September series: Streamlining Your Online Presence. This month is all about helping you refine your digital footprint so it’s both more effective and less overwhelming.
Today, Alyssa unpacks why your online presence truly matters. She explains what an online presence really is—beyond just social media—and why it’s so vital for building both credibility and authentic connection with your audience. You’ll also learn how your digital footprint reflects your brand, your message, and even your faith as a Christian entrepreneur.
Grounded in Matthew 5:16, this episode will encourage you to see your online presence not just as a business tool but also as a way to shine the light of Christ in the digital world.
If you’ve ever wondered whether your online presence is making the right impression, this episode will give you clarity and motivation to be more intentional without being overwhelmed.
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As Christian business owners, it’s easy to wonder: Am I serving or am I selling? In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, Alyssa closes out the August series, Marketing with Mission, with a powerful heart check on ministry vs. manipulation. You’ll learn how to recognize the difference between serving with integrity and pressuring with guilt, discover practical ways to market with love, and be reminded of how God calls us to truth, humility, and trust in His results.
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Do you ever feel like you’re doing all the right things in your business, but the results just aren’t coming? In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, Alyssa shares why true success isn’t measured by numbers but by obedience, peace, and contentment in God. Discover how to release the pressure of outcomes, surrender your marketing results, and trust God with the growth He brings in His timing.
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If talking about your offer makes you feel awkward, unworthy, or “salesy,” you’re not alone. In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, we’ll explore how to share your God-given gifts with holy confidence—without shrinking back or overhyping. You’ll learn how to root your boldness in God’s purpose, focus on serving rather than proving, and step out in faith so those who need what you offer can find it.
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If you’ve ever felt uneasy about marketing your business—like you’re trying too hard or losing sight of your message—you’re not alone. In this episode, we kick off our August series, Marketing with Mission: Serving Without Striving, with a conversation about how to share your work authentically, without compromising your values. We’ll talk about how to discern when something feels off, how to stay aligned with your purpose, and how to invite God into your marketing decisions. You can show up, promote your work, and stay true to your calling—with peace, not pressure.
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In this final episode of our July series Email Marketing That Ministers and Converts, I’m diving into how to craft a faith-based welcome sequence that not only introduces your mission but also builds trust and deepens connection with your audience.
You’ll learn what a welcome sequence is, why it matters, and how to structure 4–5 powerful emails that serve, inspire, and invite engagement—without feeling pushy.
I’ll also share common mistakes to avoid and give you practical tools to get started, including my DIY Welcome Sequence Guide.
Tune in for tips, encouragement, and a faith-filled perspective on email marketing that truly connects. 💌
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, we’re continuing our July series, Email Marketing That Ministers and Converts. Alyssa shares how your sales emails can both uplift and convert — without feeling pushy or inauthentic.
You’ll learn:
- The 3-part purpose of faith-based email content
- How to write from a place of calling, not pressure
- The power of transformation-focused language
- A simple structure for emails that connect and convert
- Practical tips to write compelling copy with soft, clear calls to action
If you're an author, speaker, or coach who wants to honor Christ while growing your business, this episode is packed with insight to help you write emails that truly serve.
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In today’s episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, we’re continuing our July series, Email Marketing That Ministers and Converts. If you’ve ever wondered what to send your email list when you're not launching something, this episode is for you!
Alyssa shares:
- Why email isn’t just for launches
- Content bucket ideas for authors, speakers, and coaches
- Specific email examples you can use right away
- How to create a simple content calendar
- Bonus tips on repurposing and asking your audience what they need
Learn how to stay connected, serve your audience with purpose, and write emails that matter—even between launches.
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In this episode, we kick off our July series, Email Marketing that Ministers and Converts. Alyssa shares how to consistently connect with your email list in a way that builds trust, encourages your audience, and reflects your faith — without feeling pushy or salesy.
You’ll learn:
- Why nurturing your list matters
- How to reframe email as ministry
- The difference between nurturing emails and launch emails
- What types of content keep you top of mind
- A simple email structure you can use right away
Whether you're an author, speaker, or coach, this episode will help you write emails that serve your audience and reflect your heart.
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This is a rerun of Episode 183: The Concept of The 12 Week Year. We are doing a book club in my Christian Business Advantage Facebook group and thought this episode would be appropriate for this 5th Monday of the month.
Today, we're diving into one of my favorite productivity tools, "The 12 Week Year" by Brian P. Moran—a book that has revolutionized how we set and achieve goals in our lives and businesses.
Trisha and I met in 2016 when she became an intern for my virtual assistant business, and we've been using the "12 Week Year" system together ever since. In this episode, we'll break down the core principles of the "12 Week Year," which focuses on setting goals in 12-week increments rather than annually, creating a sense of urgency and encouraging consistent action. We'll share how we both implement this system in our businesses and personal lives, the importance of setting focused and attainable goals, and how it has helped us stay on track without procrastination.
Join us as we discuss practical tips for goal setting, balancing personal and professional aspirations, and using shorter planning cycles to achieve more in less time. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just looking for a fresh way to organize your life, this episode will provide valuable insights to help you reach your goals faster and more efficiently.
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In this final episode of the Mid-Year Momentum series, host Alyssa Avant helps you shift from reflection to action as you step into the second half of 2025. You’ll learn how to set Spirit-led goals, why planning is about faithful stewardship (not hustle), and how to build in margin, rest, and spiritual grounding as you move forward. Alyssa also shares her personal goal-setting process using the 12 Week Year and offers practical questions to help you prayerfully plan for the next season of business.
You’ll walk away with biblical encouragement, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose to finish the year strong—with God leading every step.
🎯 Join the conversation in the Christian Business Advantage Facebook group and discover tools to support your journey!
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, host Alyssa Avant continues the Mid-Year Momentum series with an encouraging message for anyone feeling drained or discouraged in their business. If you’ve been running on empty, this one’s for you. Alyssa shares personal stories, biblical wisdom, and practical steps to help you overcome burnout, reconnect with your calling, and reignite your passion for the work God has given you. It’s time to rest, realign, and remember your “why.”
👉 Tune in for faith-fueled strategies and leave with renewed hope!
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Welcome back to the Christian Business Advantage podcast! I’m your host, Alyssa Avant, and in today’s episode, we’re continuing our June series, Mid-Year Momentum, with a powerful message on realignment—what to do when your business feels off-track.
If you’ve been feeling distracted, discouraged, or disconnected from your original purpose, this episode is for you. We’ll walk through the signs that you’ve drifted from your calling, explore Scripture-based encouragement from Proverbs 3:5–6 and Colossians 3:23, and talk about how to rebuild purpose-driven habits that bring clarity and peace.
You’ll also hear part of my own story—how God called me into this work and how I’ve had to lay down and pick up different parts of my business over time, always seeking His direction.
✨ Whether you're overwhelmed, chasing trends, or second-guessing your path, today’s episode will remind you that you're not alone—and it's never too late to realign with God's purpose for your business.
📅 Need support and clarity? Book a 20-minute strategy session with me for personalized guidance. https://alyssaavantandcompany.hbportal.co/public/65bbd9a357feb2001ff026a8/1-What_to_Expect
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Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast! I’m your host, Alyssa Avant, and today we’re kicking off our June series: Mid-Year Momentum – Reflect, Refocus, Reignite.
As we reach the halfway point of 2025, this episode invites you to pause and reflect on what God has done in your life and business so far this year. I’ll walk you through powerful reflection questions to help you take inventory, celebrate wins, and assess what needs to shift as you move forward with renewed purpose.
Whether you’re feeling on track with your goals or a little behind, this episode will help you recenter your focus, lean into your calling, and move forward with clarity and faith.
✨ Plus, I’ll share one of my favorite tools—my Passion Planner—and how journaling has helped me stay grounded for over 30 years. You’ll even get a bonus resource recommendation: The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran, one of the most impactful books I’ve used in business and life.
📒 Grab your journal, pause when needed, and let’s reflect with purpose so we can finish the year strong!
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Welcome back to The Christian Business Advantage podcast! I'm your host, Alyssa Avant, and today we’re wrapping up our May series on Email Marketing Reset with a practical and powerful final episode: "Tools, Templates & Time-Saving Tips."
In this episode, we’re diving into the tech side of email marketing. I’m sharing my top three recommended email service providers—MailerLite, ConvertKit, and ActiveCampaign—plus a comparison chart (available in the blog post at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com) to help you choose the right one for your business needs. Whether you're brand new to email marketing or ready to scale, you’ll find guidance here.
We'll also explore:
- How to repurpose your existing content into engaging email sequences
- Time-saving strategies like building a vault of reusable templates
- Simple systems to streamline your email process and reduce overwhelm
💡 If you're looking to create effective emails without starting from scratch every time, this episode is packed with the tips you need.
🎁 Don’t forget to visit alyssaavantandcompany.com to:
- View the comparison chart
- Access the workshop replay (or register if it's before May 29th!) - http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/marketing-plan
- Grab helpful tools to simplify your email marketing journey
Thanks for tuning in, and as always, I’m cheering you on as you grow your Christian business with purpose and peace!
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, host Alyssa Avant welcomes special guest Claire Winson—conversion copywriter, funnel strategist, and former lead copywriter for Dave Ramsey—to help us reset our email marketing strategies. If you've been struggling to stay consistent with your list, feel weighed down by guilt, or just want to better engage your subscribers, this episode is packed with clarity and encouragement. Claire shares powerful insights on how to re-engage cold subscribers, create a high-impact welcome sequence, and align your content with your offers—while taking the pressure off and making email fun again. Don’t miss this one!
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Welcome back to the Christian Business Advantage podcast! I’m your host, Alyssa Avant, and today we’re continuing our May series, Email Marketing Reset — all about refreshing and strengthening your email marketing strategy.
This week’s episode is all about how to switch email service providers without confusing or losing your audience. Whether you're feeling stuck with your current platform or you're reacting to recent changes (looking at you, MailChimp!), this episode will guide you step-by-step through making a smooth and strategic transition.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅ How to properly back up your list before switching
✅ What to do with automations, tags, and templates
✅ How to communicate clearly with your subscribers during the change
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Next week, I’ll be joined by a special guest as we dive into strategies for building a better email list and re-engaging cold subscribers—don’t miss it!
✨ If this episode was helpful, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and join us in the free Christian Business Advantage Facebook group for more community and support.
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Welcome to a brand-new series on the Christian Business Advantage Podcast! I'm your host, Alyssa Avant, and this month we’re diving into an Email Marketing Reset—a fresh start to help you clean up, level up, and better connect with your audience through email.
In today’s episode, we’re talking about a critical question: Is it time to switch your email service provider? I’ve recently helped several clients make the move, and with major updates from platforms like MailChimp and ActiveCampaign, it’s something you might be considering too.
You’ll learn:
- 5 key signs it’s time to switch email platforms
- Common pain points like rising costs, missing features, and poor deliverability
- How to choose the right email tool based on your goals and budget
- A comparison of MailerLite, ConvertKit (now Kit), and ActiveCampaign—and who they’re best for
Plus, I’ll share questions to ask yourself before you make the move, and preview a special free checklist coming next week to help you transition smoothly.
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👉 Don’t forget to leave a podcast review—and if you're a podcaster too, let’s swap reviews!
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In this final episode of our Spring Clean Your Online Presence series, Alyssa Avant walks you through creating a simple, Christ-centered spring marketing plan. Learn how to set realistic goals for May, choose your marketing channels wisely, repurpose your content, and stay faithful and focused without getting frantic. Plus, get a sneak peek at what's coming for the podcast in May!
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host Alyssa Avant continues the April series, Spring Clean Your Online Presence, with a focus on how to freshen up your WordPress website. Your website is often the first impression potential clients or ministry partners get—so it’s important to make sure it’s clean, updated, and functioning well.
Alicia shares practical tips to help you:
- Review and update your homepage, about page, and services/products
- Check for broken links using the Broken Link Checker plugin
- Refresh visuals to stay on-brand across platforms
- Ensure mobile responsiveness
- Keep plugins and backups up to date with tools like UpdraftPlus
- Audit each page to maintain functionality and relevance
She also discusses the value of having a website maintenance plan and shares how her team helps Christian business owners keep their websites running smoothly.
✨ Need help maintaining your WordPress site? Visit alyssaavantandcompany.com to learn more about Alyssa Avant and Company's website maintenance packages.
📣 Join the free Christian Business Advantage Facebook Group for Christian authors, speakers, and coaches to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs.
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Today we're continuing our April series, Spring Clean Your Online Presence. In this episode, we’re diving into social media and how to give your profiles the TLC they deserve. I’ll walk you through a practical audit of your bios, links, images, and content strategy. Plus, I’ll share tips for updating visuals, refreshing lead magnets, and staying on-brand. Don’t miss this helpful info—including a heads-up on upcoming changes to Facebook Lives!
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In this first episode of our April series, Spring Clean Your Online Presence, we’re diving into how to declutter and refresh your email marketing strategy. From cleaning up your list and updating your welcome sequence to creating a nurture sequence and staying consistent with your schedule, this episode is packed with practical steps to help Christian authors, speakers, and coaches realign their email marketing with their current message and goals.
Plus, I’ll share how setting a monthly content theme can help you simplify your email strategy and repurpose content across platforms.
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Struggling to keep up with content creation? In this episode, I’m sharing my go-to tools, templates, and time-saving hacks for effortless content repurposing. From Descript for transcription and video editing, to Headliner for audiograms, and Canva for plug-and-play social media templates, these tools will help you work smarter, not harder. I’ll also cover scheduling tools like PostPlanner and the importance of having reusable email templates. Tune in to learn how to streamline your content process and stay consistent without the overwhelm!
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In this episode, we’re continuing our content repurposing series by helping you determine which content format—podcast, blog, or video—is best for connecting with your audience. I’ll walk you through the pros and cons of each format, how to assess where your audience is spending their time, and how to make one core message work across multiple platforms. Tune in for practical tips on building an online presence as a Christian author, speaker, or coach.
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, we’re diving into how to transform your existing content—whether it’s a sermon, keynote speech, or book chapter—into multiple formats that expand your reach and impact. Learn how to repurpose your words into blog posts, social media captions, lead magnets, courses, devotionals, and more!
I’ll also share my top tools for transcribing and repackaging content quickly, including Descript and ChatGPT, to help you streamline the process.
Don’t let your valuable content sit unused—tune in and discover how to maximize your message effectively!
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In this episode of The Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host Alyssa Avant continues the March series on content repurposing. She breaks down a step-by-step framework to maximize your content, ensuring it works for you long-term. Learn how to identify evergreen content, create a content bank, and implement the 3-to-1 rule (or even 5-to-1!) to repurpose your content efficiently across multiple platforms. Whether you're a Christian author, speaker, coach, or virtual assistant, this strategy will help you streamline your content creation and marketing efforts. Tune in to discover practical tips to save time while expanding your reach!
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In this episode of The Christian Business Advantage Podcast, we’re kicking off a brand-new series on how to effectively repurpose content to expand your reach. If you struggle with consistently creating fresh content while managing your ministry or business, this series is for you!
This week, we’re diving into why content repurposing is a game-changer for Christian entrepreneurs. Learn how to save time, reduce overwhelm, and maximize your message by leveraging what you already have—just like the biblical principle of stewardship. I’ll walk you through my step-by-step process for repurposing content so you can reach more people without constantly creating from scratch.
Be sure to stay tuned for the rest of the series, where we’ll cover practical frameworks, content formats, and time-saving hacks! Join the Christian Business Advantage Facebook group for more training and support. 🎙️✨
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Today we’re wrapping up our Organized for Success series with an important discussion on how mental clarity and an organized space can boost your productivity.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by a cluttered mind or a never-ending to-do list, this episode is for you. We’ll explore practical strategies like brain dumping, journaling, and structured to-do lists to help you clear mental clutter and stay focused. Plus, we’ll discuss the power of daily and weekly routines, setting deadlines, and even delegating tasks to maintain an organized workflow.
Tune in for actionable tips that will help you reduce stress, increase productivity, and create a work environment that supports your success. Don’t forget—taking breaks and practicing self-care are just as important as staying organized!
Listen now and start creating better habits for a more productive and peaceful work life. 🎧✨
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Today we are continuing our series on Organizing and talking about how to save time and reduce overwhelm in your life and business.
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Struggling to find important files or keep up with your schedule? In this episode, we’re tackling digital clutter and sharing simple, effective strategies to organize your files and calendar for maximum productivity. Learn how to set up a streamlined folder system, create an efficient naming structure, and optimize your digital calendar with time-blocking and automation. Tune in for practical tips and tools to help you take control of your digital workspace and boost your efficiency!
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In today's episode I answered a round up of questions from the audience in celebration of my 200th episode of the podcast. The podcast began in August 2020 and is almost 5 years old. Thank you for helping me celebrate.
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In today's episode we wrap up our series on Email List Building with the topic of tools needed for building an email list.
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In today's episode we discuss the basic steps for building your first email list.
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This week on the podcast we are talking about the necessities of an email list.
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Building an email list is an important part of your business. In this new series for the month of January we will talk about the many different aspects of email list building.
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The most popular episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast for 2024 is Newsletter Dos and Dont's.
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This is the 3rd most popular episode from 2024. Podcasting First Steps gives you the questions to ask yourself before starting a podcast.
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This is the 2nd most popular episode of the podcast for 2024. Greatest Hit #2 is But First, Lead Magnet.
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For the month of December we are airing our top 4 episodes of the podcast for 2024. Today's episode is the 4th most popular episode of 2024 - Podcast Guesting.
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In this episode of The Christian Business Advantage podcast, we wrap up our November series, A Month of Thanks and Reflection in Your Business, with a heartfelt discussion on Showing Appreciation to Clients and Thankfulness in Your Business.
Join me, Alyssa Avant, as we explore practical ways to express gratitude to your clients, such as thank-you emails, small gestures, or special deals. We’ll also reflect on the blessings of your business journey, from meaningful client relationships to the opportunities your work provides.
Take time this week to embrace gratitude, reflect on your growth, and intentionally thank a client in a unique and impactful way.
Plus, hear an exciting announcement about our upcoming Greatest Hits Series in December! Tune in and finish the month with a spirit of gratitude that will carry you into the holiday season and beyond.
🎧 Listen now and let’s celebrate thankfulness together!
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host Alyssa Avant continues the "Month of Thanks and Reflection" series with a practical and impactful topic: How to Ask for Testimonials.
Discover why testimonials are essential for your business, whether you're an author, speaker, coach, or a combination of the three. Alyssa explains the power of testimonials in establishing credibility, attracting new clients, and enhancing your marketing efforts.
You'll learn:
- The different types of testimonials and how to use them effectively.
- Simple, actionable strategies for requesting testimonials, including specific questions to ask and tools to make the process seamless.
- Creative ways to integrate testimonials into your website, social media, email marketing, and more.
- Tips for following up, showing gratitude, and making it easy for others to share their feedback.
Alyssa also shares a helpful template to simplify the testimonial process, available in the show notes. Tune in and get inspired to start asking for testimonials today!
✨ Scripture Inspiration: As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. — Proverbs 27:17
Don’t miss this valuable episode to strengthen your business through the power of testimonials.
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In this episode, we discuss the vital role a supportive community plays in business and life. From encouragement to collaboration, having like-minded professionals around you can transform your journey. Alyssa shares tips on how to connect with others, cultivate meaningful relationships, and practice gratitude to deepen those connections.
With over 17 years of experience in online business, Alyssa reflects on how key communities have nurtured her journey. She’ll spotlight a few invaluable groups, like the Christian Indie Publishing Association (CIPA) and the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA), and provide insights on building your own community online.
As a special touch, Alyssa challenges listeners to reach out to one person this week who has offered support and to express appreciation—whether through a heartfelt thank-you note or a simple act of acknowledgment. Let’s celebrate the power of community together and find encouragement in the support of others.
Tune in, take on the challenge.
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Welcome to a new episode of The Christian Business Advantage Podcast with your host, Alyssa Avant! This November, we’re embracing a theme of Thanks and Reflection in business, starting with today’s episode, “Celebrating Wins in Your Business.” In this episode, Alyssa shares why acknowledging achievements, big or small, can build momentum and boost morale. Reflecting on personal wins and sharing stories, Alyssa offers tips on documenting progress and cultivating gratitude. Tune in to explore practical ways to recognize your accomplishments and uplift your journey. Don’t miss this encouraging series designed to help you thrive through gratitude and reflection!
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In this week’s episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, we’re wrapping up our October series on fourth-quarter marketing strategies! Join me as we take a closer look at how to assess this year’s marketing efforts and lay a solid foundation for a successful start to the new year. We’ll cover essential steps, including analyzing your marketing metrics, gathering and using customer feedback, budgeting for next year’s initiatives, and setting fresh marketing goals for 2025.
Whether you’re promoting books, services, or speaking engagements, this episode will guide you in reviewing what worked well, what to adjust, and how to make data-driven decisions for next year. Plus, I’ll share insights on how to gather valuable customer feedback and budget effectively to maximize your marketing impact. Don’t forget to join our free training this Thursday in the Christian Business Advantage Facebook group, where I’ll walk you through creating a fourth-quarter marketing plan that sets you up for success!
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host Alyssa Avant welcomes business coach and marketing strategist, Theresa Taylor, to discuss social media strategies for finishing the year strong in quarter four. Theresa specializes in helping women simplify their business strategies to increase income without feeling overwhelmed. She emphasizes focusing on mastering one social media platform at a time rather than trying to be active on multiple platforms, which can be time-consuming and ineffective.
The conversation highlights key strategies for social media success, such as mastering mundane tasks like audience growth and lead generation. Teresa shares her insights on the importance of building an engaged community, especially using Facebook groups, and explains how to use events as a tool to attract the right audience and drive engagement. She encourages listeners to be consistent in lead generation, content creation, and sales efforts, suggesting that business owners plan two events—one for November and one for December—to stay focused on year-end goals.
Theresa also advises entrepreneurs to create conversations with potential clients around the topic of their events, even before the event occurs, allowing them to start building relationships and offering their products or services early. The episode wraps up with practical tips for Christian authors, speakers, and coaches on how to use social media platforms strategically to expand their reach and grow their businesses. Theresa invites listeners to join her free Facebook group, Productive and Profitable: Consistent 5K Months for God-Led Entrepreneurs, to learn more about her strategies.
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, I’m sharing how to leverage email marketing to boost holiday sales. We’ll talk about why email marketing is so important, especially during the holiday season, and I’ll give you actionable strategies to reach your audience with faith-centered messages that resonate.
I’ll walk you through building your email list, even if you’re starting from scratch, and how to create engaging holiday email campaigns. You’ll learn tips for offering limited-time discounts, creating holiday bundles, and automating your emails to save time. My goal is to help you connect with your audience, grow your business, and spread your message in a way that honors God.
If you need help with email marketing, feel free to reach out to me or check out my services at Alyssa Avant & Company
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In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage podcast, I kick off a new series on how to effectively market your business in the fourth quarter. Today’s episode, "Preparing for Q4 Success," walks you through practical steps to ensure a strong finish to the year. I explains why Q4 is a pivotal time for business owners—whether you're an author, speaker, or coach—and how to evaluate the first three quarters of the year in areas like finances and marketing.
In this bonus episode I celebrate 17 years in business by sharing the five greatest needs for business success that I've learned throughout my journey. Reflecting on my experiences, I cover the importance of having a business coach, staying accountable, creating a clear marketing plan, implementing systems, and surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals. Whether you’re in your first or seventeenth year of business, these practical insights will inspire and guide you on your entrepreneurial journey. Tune in for an encouraging and valuable discussion!
In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, host we wrap up the series on the powerful concept of the 12 Week Year. Joined by my friend Trisha, we share the real-life results we’ve achieved by breaking down big goals into manageable 12-week sprints. From launching a virtual summit to staying on track with business and personal milestones, we discuss how systems, accountability, and celebrating small wins can transform your approach to goal-setting. Tune in for practical insights, encouragement, and a reminder that "a dream is just a wish without a plan." Don't forget to grab a copy of The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran to start your journey to success!
In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, I continue my conversation with my friend and accountability partner, Trisha. Together, we explore the significance of having an accountability partner in business and how it strengthens focus and commitment. We dive into the 12-week year concept, sharing how it has helped them set and track goals, stay motivated, and maintain balance in their busy lives. Tune in to learn how accountability can drive success and foster encouragement without competition!
In this episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast, my accountability partner, Trisha and I continue their discussion on implementing the "12 Week Year" method to achieve business and personal goals. We focus on creating an effective weekly plan that involves setting daily and weekly tasks. We share their unique approaches to planning and tracking progress—I prefer using a Passion Planner while Trisha utilizes a combination of digital tools and printed checklists. We emphasize the importance of tracking and scoring their progress weekly to stay motivated, make necessary adjustments, and maintain accountability. By using these strategies, we demonstrate how consistent small steps can lead to significant progress. Next week, we'll discuss the value of having an accountability partner and what to look for in one to help stay focused on your goals.
In this special series for September, we're shaking things up on the podcast! I'm thrilled to have a guest with me for the entire month, my long-time friend and accountability partner, Trisha Cordes. Today, we're diving into one of my favorite productivity tools, "The 12 Week Year" by Brian P. Moran—a book that has revolutionized how we set and achieve goals in our lives and businesses.
Trisha and I met in 2016 when she became an intern for my virtual assistant business, and we've been using the "12 Week Year" system together ever since. In this episode, we'll break down the core principles of the "12 Week Year," which focuses on setting goals in 12-week increments rather than annually, creating a sense of urgency and encouraging consistent action. We'll share how we both implement this system in our businesses and personal lives, the importance of setting focused and attainable goals, and how it has helped us stay on track without procrastination.
Join us as we discuss practical tips for goal setting, balancing personal and professional aspirations, and using shorter planning cycles to achieve more in less time. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just looking for a fresh way to organize your life, this episode will provide valuable insights to help you reach your goals faster and more efficiently.
This week we wrap up this month's theme of Email Marketing for Beginners with the topic of Newsletter Content Ideas. If you are interested in getting assistance with beginning your email llist or growing it let my team and I at Alyssa Avant and Company help you.
Learn more here: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/all-services/
In this week's episode we talk about comparing email newsletter providers including Mailer Lite, Convert Kit and Active Campaign. Learn which one is best for you and your business and email newsletter.
On today's episode of the podcast we continue our series on Email Marketing for Beginners with the topic of email subject lines. These could make or break your email marketing.
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Everything You Need to Build an Email List (An Overview)
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We are starting a new series here on the podcast, the Basics of Email Marketing. In this first episode we are going to talk about how to start on Email newsletter.
As mentioned in the episode there are several related episodes that you can listen to as well including:
But First, Lead Magnet
Newsletter Dos and Donts
In today's episode we are going to be talking about the elements that are included in a summit.
In today's episode we are beginning a new series for the month of June on the topic of Hosting a Virtual Summit. In today's episode we discuss the purpose of a virtual summit.
In this episode I share with you my favorite AI Tools and the best ways to incorporate them into your business.
In this week's episode I share with you some valuable tips for using AI in your business.
In today's episode we talk about the pros and cons of using AI. I reference several articles in today's episode that you will find in the blog post on my website.
In today's episode we are beginning a new series on "Using AI". Today we tackle the topic "Is AI Good or Bad?"
This is very much targeted to the idea of us as Christian Business owners, writers, speakers and coaches using AI in our businesses.
I referenced several different articles that will be in the show notes later on http://alyssaavantandcompany.com
Today's episode is a bonus episode. It is a replay from when My friend Allison Scholes joined me on the podcast to share with us her expertise in content pillars. You can find Allison on Instagram here: http://www.instagram.com/allisonscholes
or on her website at http://bossladyinsweatpants.com
In this episode we talk about how to avoid plagiarism when repurposing content. This will wrap up our series on content repurposing.
To continue our series on Content Repurposing today's episode is about Tools to Use for Content repurposing.
On today's episode we discuss the different types of content repurposing. There are several different types that you should be aware of and make use of in your business.
Today begins a new series here on the podcast on the topic of Content Repurposing. In today's episode I answer the question, "What is content repurposing?"
To round out our series on reels, this week's episode is on Types of Reels. Learn more about how to make reels and how to be successful with reels with my Complete Guide to Reels here: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/product/a-complete-guide-to-reels/
Today's episode is about the elements of a reel. Specifically what to include in a reel when you are making one.
The resource that I share during this episode is called The Complete Guide to Reels. You can get it on my website here: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/product/a-complete-guide-to-reels/
In this week's podcast episode when doing reels you must know what your goal is in order to know what content to create. You also need to know who your followers are so you are speaking to your audience with your content.
Get the Complete Guide to Reels here: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/product/a-complete-guide-to-reels/
It's a new month which means a new theme for the podcast. This month's theme is Instagram Reels. On today's episode we are talking about Why You Should Be Doing Reels. The stats that I share on the podcast came from an article on Agorapulse.com. You can find it here: https://www.agorapulse.com/blog/instagram-reels/
On this week's episode we are diving in a little deeper on what should be included in a newsletter. The sections and elements you should consider including to get you started thinking about what you want your newsletter to look like.
In today's episode we are continuing our series on Newsletters and Email Marketing with Don't Forget a Nurture Sequence. A nurture sequence is an important part of your email marketing journey. You don't want to miss this episode.
In this week's episode we talk about the important piece that you need before you ever send a newsletter. That is a lead magnet. Something of value that you give away for free in exchange for your reader's name and email address.
A new month is upon us and this month we are covering the topics of Newsletters and Email Marketing Tips. Today's episode is sharing with you some newsletter do's and don'ts.
In today's episode we talk about podcast guesting. This is when instead of hosting your own podcast you are a guest on someone else's podcast. This can be quite lucrative if you are wanting to get the word out about your book, your speaking or your new coaching program or product.
In today's episode we are going to cover the differences between a solo versus a podcast with guests and what some of the main challenges are to having a guest podcast.
Also, if you are interested in the equipment needed to start a podcast I have a free quick guide on Podcast equipment here: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/podcast-guide
In today's episodes we talk about some of the essentials to podcasting. I will have a free download available at my upcoming FREE training in the Christian Business Advantage Facebook group, this Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 10 am CST.
If you have been considering starting a podcast then this new series for the month of January is for you. It will help you to understand the steps to take before starting a podcast and help you to make some important decisions.
In this episode we talk about the questions to ask yourself before starting a podcast.
The Most popular episode of the Christian Business Advantage Podcast is Why Marketing is So Important.
The 2nd most popular episode of The Christian Business Advantage podcast is "Promoting Yourself as an Author, Speaker or Coach Via Email".
The third most popular episode of the Christian Business Advantage was The STORYFlow Method with Holly C. Williams. This is one of my rare guest episodes and it was one of my favorites as well.
Holly's STORYFlow method for writing emails is amazing!
For the month of December I am re-airing the most popular episodes of the podcast.
The Top 3 Email Service Providers I Recommend was the 4th most popular episode of the podcast since I pivoted from the Virtual Assistant Advantage in July to the Christian Business Advantage.
This episode was supposed to be about the program Headliner that I use to make my Audiograms, but honestly there is only so much you can say about Headliner. So, I went with my gut and decided to make this final episode in the gratitude series about my team.
Today's episode is a continuation of the 4 Programs / Services that I am Thankful for Series. Today I am talking about Google Workspace. I share with you what I like about Google Workspace and why I am thankful for it in my business.
To continue my series on 4 Programs / Services that I am Thankful for today we are going to talk about my project management system, Asana.
I share with you 4 reasons that I am thankful for Asana and that it is a tool you should consider adding to your toolbox.
During the month of November on the podcast I will be talking about 4 Programs / Services that I am Thankful For. In today's episode I kick this off by talking about why I am thankful for Canva.
In today's episode we talk about how to track your marketing results and adjust your strategy.
I share with you how I use a spreadsheet to track my website pageviews, social media numbers, email marketing open rates and clicks and sales.
As promised on the podcast you can download a copy of the spreadsheet here: https://alyssaavant.activehosted.com/f/154
In today's episode we talk about the reasons that marketing is so important to your small business. I also give a bonus of three ways to market your business.
Related Episodes:Promoting Yourself as an Author, Speaker or Coach Via Email
In today's episode we talk about what batching is, why it is beneficial and what you can batch in your business to be more productive.
Quote from Asana's website.
We are starting a new series for the month of October, Tricks & Treats for Marketing Your Business Online. In today's episode we talk about platforms to market your business on.
In this episode I mention email marketing and an entire series on the podcast was on the topic of email marketing. These episodes include:
Everything You Need to Build an Email List (An Overview)
The Importance of Email Newsletters
Top 3 Email Service Providers I Recommend
In today's episode we are wrapping up our series on "Hiring a Virtual Assistant" with one of the most important topics in a business relationship, communication. I believe that communication is key to a positive, healthy and thriving working relationship.
Today we are continuing our series on Hiring a Virtual Assistant and we are talking about defining expectations. When hiring a virtual assistant it is important to define the expectations you have for that virtual assistant from the very beginning of working together.
If you are interested in hiring a virtual assistant check out Alyssa Avant and Company at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com
On this week's episode we talk about how to find the perfect match in a virtual assistant. Remember you can download my free Top 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Hiring a Virtual Assistant Guide at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com.
In today's episode we start a new series on the topic of Hiring a Virtual Assistant. Specifically today we cover the topic of the power of delegation. We talk about what it means to delegate, how it makes you more productive and some strategies for delegating.
If you are looking to hire a virtual assistant consider Alyssa Avant and Company, find out more a http://alyssaavantandcompany.com
In this episode we talk about about mastering ROI or your return on your investment of time, money and resources in your business in order to be successful. One of the resources that I talk about on the podcast is Repurpose.io. I shared that I would share my affiliate link. https://repurpose.io/?aff=123772
You can also look at my services page here: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/all-services/
In this week's episode we will be talking about another way to beat burnout in business, which is creating a schedule for your business. We also talk about what is a schedule versus a routine and I cover time blocking and theme days.
Join me over in my free Facebook group the Christian Business Advantage where we talk about these topics and you can ask me to cover a topic here on the podcast.
On today's episode we talk about things that indicate it is time to make changes to your business practices.
Remember if you need help in your business contact me for a free consult you can do so at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/contact
On today's episode we will talk about 3 magical words that will alleviate business stress and help you to get more done.
In today's episode I talk about some systems or processes you can put into place in your business that will help you to de-stress your business and create more time in your schedule.
If you need help setting up systems in your business schedule a free consult on my website at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/contact
In today's episode we talk about 4 ways that you can promote yourself as an author, speaker or coach via email marketing.
To continue our series on email marketing we are going to talk about what to include in an email newsletter.
You can also download a copy of my free offer Effective Relationship Marketing with Email.
For today's episode I have a special guest to finish out my email marketing series. My friend and client, Holly C. Williams.
Holly Williams is an email strategist and conversion copywriter for purpose driven entrepreneurs and online businesses. She specializes in creating brand connections through email marketing and believes that customer conversations lead to higher conversions.
Holly also loves to help simplify email marketing for business owners using her StoryFLOW Method. She teaches individuals how to take ANY story from their daily life and turn it into a high converting sales email.
Holly lives in Southern Alberta with her 3 children. An award winning novelist and former television producer, Holly brings a unique perspective of storytelling to brand selling. You can find her at www.hollycwilliams.com
In today's episode we discuss the Top 3 email service providers that I recommend and why.
I also share that a free resource Effective Relationship Marketing with Email. Download it here.
In this episode we talk about the importance of email newsletters for authors, coaches and speakers and what you can gain from having one.
In today's episode I share with you a brief overview of Everything You Need to Build an Email List. I say that this is an overview because I am hosting a FREE workshop in my private FB group on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 10 am with a deep dive into this topic.
In the meantime you can download a couple free gifts to get you started thinking about building an email list those include:
20 Freebie / Lead Magnet Ideas
Guide: Nurturing Your List and Building Relationships
In this episode you will learn about my latest changes. I am making a pivot in my business and I'm extremely excited about it. I hope you'll listen to this short episode so you can truly understand why I made this decision.
In today's episode we talk about five ways you can leverage AI to automate your virtual assistant business processes.
Just getting started - Get my How to Start a Virtual Assistant Guide here.
In today's episode we talk about the pros and cons of using AI in your virtual assistant business. Obviously AI cannot and should not be used for every task. Find out today what some of those might be.
Just getting started - Get my How to Start a Virtual Assistant Guide here.
In today's episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage we talk about ways to use AI in your virtual assistant business. I reference a Facebook live that I watched by Brian Dixon back a few months ago where he showed us to use Chat GPT to generate social media posts and then use Canva to automatically create the graphics. It was brilliant.
I also talk about using the following programs for AI - Chat GPT, the Magic Write on Canva and Jasper.
Just getting started - Get my How to Start a Virtual Assistant Guide here.
On today's episode we talk about a popular topic that everyone forgets has been around for much longer than we may realize. New programs such as ChatGPT have been getting a great deal of attention lately and there is a lot of talk about how to properly use it in business. Today I discuss what AI is, its history, programs such as ChatGPT and how I personally have used it thus far in my Virtual Assistant business.
Referenced articles include:
History of Artificial Intelligence
11 ChatGPT Alternatives You Can Try In 2023
What is AI?
When I first started out on my journey, I resigned from my part-time position in ministry to stay at home with my children and pursue writing and speaking as a career. This lasted a few years, but because of increasing expenses for our children, I took on the responsibility of contributing to our household financially and became a virtual assistant. Being a VA is a rewarding and wonderful career for me, and I plan to continue in it for years to come. As a result of this success, I felt led to share with other women how they too could contribute financially to their households by becoming a virtual assistant.
This led me to create a course, the Become a Virtual Assistant course; a podcast, The Virtual Assistant Advantage podcast; and a free Facebook group by the same name. I have poured myself into this community for the last twelve years. It has been a huge part of my life.
Unfortunately, this has also prevented me from pursuing my goals of writing and speaking as much as I would like, and ultimately I still feel a very strong call upon my life to write and speak. Recently, God revealed to me a path to take in order to make this a reality in my life once again, but it involves stepping away from the virtual assistant training community that I have built. This has not been an easy decision to make. I have met so many amazing women during the past 12 years, and I have been able to watch many of you start and grow your own virtual assistant businesses. This has been a tremendous blessing in my life.
As of April 1, 2023, I will be stepping away from this community to focus on writing and speaking more. I will also continue to serve the authors, speakers, and coaches to whom I provide virtual assistant services. That part of my business will not change.
Because I don’t want to leave you without resources, I wanted to point you to a couple of my favorites and remind you that I have written a book, FaithLeaps: The Christian Mom’s Guide to Starting a Virtual Assistant Business, that you can grab as a resource as well.
A wonderful resource that I used when I first got started as a Virtual Assistant is VANetworking, with the amazing Tawyna Sutherland. She has always been a wonderful resource and mentor to me and I highly recommend her programs.
Also, I would love to keep in touch with you. You can follow me on my new author Instagram account or my author Facebook page.
I wish you the very best and hope that you will keep in touch. Blessings to you.
Alyssa Avant
New Instagram - http://instagram.com/alyssaavantauthor
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/alyssaavantauthor
This is the 3rd most popular episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage Podcast.
In this episode we discuss the term "niche". How do you say it? What does it mean? I share a variety of possible virtual assistant niches as well as how I determined my different niches during different seasons of my business.
RELATED EPISODES:Choosing Your Virtual Assistant Niche & Services
Qualities of a Successful Virtual Assistant
First Steps to Becoming a Virtual Assistant
This is the 2nd most popular episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage podcast.
In this episode, we are talking about time blocking versus scheduling. What is time blocking? What is scheduling? Which one is right for you. I share my newest time blocking method with you.
RELATED EPISODES:Structuring and Scheduling a Day in the Life of a Virtual Assistant
Choose Automation Wisely
Balancing Work & the Busy-ness of the Holiday Season
This month I am doing something a little different and bringing back the MOST popular episodes of the podcast. The podcast is almost 3 years old, so if you are a new listener you may not have heard these episodes.
Today's episode is a really great one for newbies, however, if you are an established or struggling virtual assistant, don't leave me quite yet. I believe that this episode will provide some valuable information to you as well. In this episode, I cover the first steps to becoming a virtual assistant, but I also give out some awesome resources.
To finish up the series on Email Marketing we are talking about how to convert email subscribers to paying clients. In this episode I mention the nurture sequence and its importance. There is a training inside the Virtual Assistant Advantage Training Vault all about nurture sequences that includes a template and guide. You can find more about it here.
In this week's episode we continue our series on email marketing by talking about why a virtual assistant needs to use email marketing.
This week we are continuing talking about email marketing and how to set up an email list. I walk you step by step through this process and even created a couple videos about how to use my top two favorite email service providers to do so.
Setting Up an Email List in ActiveCampaign
Setting up an Email List in MailerLite
Whether you're just starting out or have been doing it for a while, this is for you!
I will help you learn how to maximize your marketing efforts and make sure that every email you send is getting through to your customers.
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It's your first time doing email marketing? No worries! Learn how to set up an email marketing campaign as I take you step-by-step to help you succeed.
Email marketing is essential for reaching potential customers, but it can feel overwhelming when you don't know where to start.
We are taking it back to square one!
Learn the essentials of creating and sending emails that turn subscribers into buyers. I'll show you how to build an email list from scratch.
As promised on this week's episode Grab your 20 Lead Magnet Ideas here.
In today's episode we are finishing up our series on "Is Becoming a Virtual Assistant Right for You?" and answering the question, "What skills do you need to become a virtual assistant.
I mention in this episode that I had a series back in November about different virtual assistant niches and the skills necessary for them. Here are a few of those episodes:
Podcast VA
Real Estate VA
Bookkeeping VA
VA to Authors, Speakers and Coaches
I also mention that there are systems that you can put in place in your business that will help you in the area of organization. I did an episode on this as well:
4 Systems Every Business Owner Needs
In today's episode we are continuing our series on Is Becoming a Virtual Assistant Right for You by asking the question, "What is being a virtual assistant really like?" I share some important areas of business that one would need to be aware of if they are going to pursue the career of becoming a virtual assistant.
In this episode we talk about the importance of answering the question "Why do you want to become a virtual assistant?" when you are trying to determine if becoming a virtual assistant is right for you.
I talk about a couple of the reasons why you might want to become a Virtual Assistant and then explain the importance of needing a really big "why".
It's a new month and a new series here on the podcast. We are answering a series of questions that help you to answer the question "Is becoming a virtual assistant right for you?" Today's question is, "Do you want a business or a hobby?"
Let's talk about it! Also, I share with you that there are some tools that you might wish to invest in for your business.
My favorite business tool right now is Honeybook. You can get 50% off this amazing program with my link.
There is also a page of recommended resources on my site http://virtualassistantadvantage.com/resourcesFinally, I promised to link to the other episodes of the podcast where I talked about tools. These include:
Helpful Tools for Streamlining Your BusinessBest Free Programs for Virtual Assistants
In this episode I talk about how you can track your goals and the steps for staying accountable. I also share my 2023 goals with you as well as if I met my 2022 goals. You might be surprised!
Finally, I once again reference The 12 Week Year. Grab your copy here!
In this episode of the podcast we talk about the Types of Goals to set in 3-5 specific areas of your life / business. We also cover why you should set SMART goals.
I mention the Goal Getter Jumpstart Kit as well that you can get for free here.
In this episode, we will talk about some of the things that can help you to set and achieve your goals in 2023. As mentioned in last week's episode I am referencing the book The 12 Week Year, by Brian P. Moran.
Also, I have a FREE gift for you this week my Goal Getter Jumpstart Kit that you can get at http://virtualassistantadvantage.com/kit
In this episode, we are kicking off a new theme and talking about setting goals for the new year. You might be surprised by the fact that I share that you should NOT set yearly goals. However, I do give you a great alternative in this episode and invite you to my book club for December.
It is being held in my Virtual Assistant Advantage Free Facebook group.
You can purchase your copy of The 12 Week Year here.
In today's episode, I have a special guest, my bookkeeper Liz Rohler to help us understand more about the virtual assistant niche of bookkeeping.
Liz Rohler is a bookkeeper who has been in business for about the last 3 years after having worked in different aspects of bookkeeping for the last 15 years.
After helping her husband for several years with his own books, she decided to start Simple Times Bookkeeping LLC.
Liz and her husband have been married for 23 years and have 6 children. They reside about 20 minutes east of Gettysburg, PA.
To learn more about Liz visit her website at http://simpletimesbookkeeping.com
This week on the podcast we are talking about another possible virtual assistant niche. The niche is one I have chosen to focus on, which is the niche of authors, speakers, and coaches.
I have been in this niche for at least 10 years and feel that it is a really profitable niche.
In this week's podcast, I have another special guest, a real estate virtual assistant from Jamaica Brendalee Thomas. She shares with us the important skills and traits that are needed as a real estate virtual assistant. You will learn so much from her expertise.
Brendalee Thomas has over twenty-five (25) years of working in the accounting and administrative fields. She is a member of the Jamaica Association Of Administrative Professionals, Kingston Chapter for over twenty (20) years where she served in different positions on the executive committee. In 2015 her passion to assist others led her to become a Freelancer supporting clients all over the world. Soon after she launched her business and has been engaging in networking, and connecting with other business owners on social media.
She resides in St. Andrew, Jamaica. She has an adult daughter and a son. I was blessed to have my grandson share her birthday.
Over the years her business has evolved and currently supports Real Estate Agents, Realtors, Coaches, Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, and Non-Profit Organisations with administrative and social media support.
Website: www.brendaleethomas.com
Email: brendaleevirtualassistant@gmail.com
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It's a new month and that means a new theme here at The Virtual Assistant Advantage. This month I'm very excited about the new theme of Virtual Assistant Niches. As a virtual assistant, I believe it is important to choose a niche or area of specialization to focus on that will set you apart from others.
Because I am a virtual assistant that specializes in authors, speakers, and coaches and there are numerous other niches or areas of specialization I have decided to bring some guests on the podcast to cover these different niches. Today's guests are our first for this series and we have with us the founders of the Podcast VA Association and the Podcast VA certification program, fellow podcasters, Jenn Uren and Kelly VanHoveIn.
In today's episode, we talk about why you should use batching in your business. I even share some real examples of how I do so in my business.
In today's episode, we are going to be covering some areas of your business that you can batch in your business.
In this episode of the podcast we are starting a new theme for the month of October and the topic is Batching. Today we will talk about What is Batching and I will tell you where I've been the past few weeks.
In this week's episode of the podcast, we are building on what we learned last week about content pillars and talking about how to be consistent with your social media marketing. There are 4 basic steps, plus I throw in a bonus tip as well.
Celebrating the 100th episode of the podcast with a podcast guest expert. My friend Allison Scholes is joining me this week to share with us her expertise in content pillars. You can find Allison on Instagram here: http://www.instagram.com/allisonscholes
or on her website at http://bossladyinsweatpants.com
This episode kicks off a new month and a new theme of Social Media Marketing. You may not realize just how much branding plays a role in your marketing, which is why we start here.
In this week's episode, we are wrapping up our month of talking about additional income streams by talking about ways that you can make an additional income by sharing your creative side.
In today's episode of the podcast, we are talking about eight of the steps that it takes to create a paid workshop. I also share an incredible resource that I highly recommend called Mini Workshop Magic which will help teach you to create workshops.
In today's episode, we are covering the potential revenue stream of affiliate marketing. We will talk about the following:
- What is affiliate marketing?
- How to Find Affiliate programs
- Ways to promote those affiliate programs
Some of the affiliate programs that I am a part of include:
- ActiveCampaign
- Studiopress
- Tailwind
- CreativeMarket
- MomWebs
Disclaimer: The above links are affiliate links.
It's a new month and in this week's episode, we are kicking off the topic of the month of Additional Revenue Streams with an episode sharing six potential revenue streams with you. I share six of them with you on this episode and will dive further into some of them each week throughout the rest of the month.
This week we are celebrating the podcast being 2 years old. To celebrate I am sharing my top 3 podcast episodes below:
First Steps to Becoming a Virtual Assistant
Time Blocking vs. Scheduling
Possible Niches for the Virtual Assistant
In today's episode, we talk about the tools to use for content repurposing. These 5 tools will make repurposing your or your client's content much easier.
In today's episode, I share with you seven services you can provide to your clients in content repurposing.
RELATED EPISODES:
Types of Content Repurposing
What is Content Repurposing and Top 10 Benefits
In this episode, we cover a nonexhaustive list of 20 ways to repurpose content. As a virtual assistant, this is a great service to offer your clients.
RELATED EPISODES:
What is Content Repurposing and Top 10 Benefits
Streamlining Your Content Marketing
In today's episode I share with you what content repurposing is and the top 10 benefits to content repurposing.
In this week's episode I share with you why having a bookkeeping and invoicing system for yourself as a Virtual Assistant is important and I share my top favorite programs to use for this purpose.
In this episode, I am sharing what to look for in a task management system or project management system as well as the top 5 task management systems according to research I've done. I also tell you which of the task management systems I have used and therefore recommend.
RELATED EPISODES:
Why Streamline Your VA Business
Best Free Programs for Virtual Assistants
What Are Systems and Why You Need Them
In today's episode, we talk about the four important pieces of a client onboarding system for the virtual assistant.
In this episode, I mention one of the most important tools in my onboarding system, Honeybook. Get 50% off your first year using Honeybook when you use my link: http://share.honeybook.com/alyssaavant.
I also mention my training on systems in The Virtual Assistant Advantage Insider's group. You can find out more here: https://virtualassistantadvantage.com/va-insiders/
Finally, I refer to an episode of the podcast where I cover my How I Work Document. You can listen to that episode here.
RELATED EPISODES:
3 Reasons You Should Track Your Leads
Customer Service and the Virtual Assistant
What is a Referral System?
In today's episode, we talk about the importance of having a marketing and leads system for your virtual assistant business. We cover 4 important pieces to implement to make your leads system a success.
RELATED EPISODES
What Are Systems and Why You Need Them
What is a Referral System?
Can You Get Clients Via Social Media?
In today's episode, we introduce the topic of systems and why you need them in business.
RELATED EPISODES
Policies and Procedures
Helpful Tools for Streamlining Your Business4 Systems Every Business Owner Needs
In today's episode of the podcast, I share with you the benefits to relationship marketing including some specific times that it has worked well for me in my business and how it can do the same for you.
RELATED EPISODES:
What is Relationship Marketing?
5 Ways to Use Relationship Marketing in Your Business
On today's episode we talk about 5 ways to use relationship marketing in your business and they might not be what you think.
In today's episode, we talk about what relationship marketing is and the elements of relationship marketing. I reference two website articles. You can find them here and here.
In today's episode, we continue our series on list building with an episode answering the question, "What is a nurture sequence?" I also share with you 5 questions that you should ask yourself before creating your nurture sequence.
Related Episodes You Might Like:
8 Ways to Segment Your List
Why You Need More Than One List
7 Ways to Attract the Right People to Your Email List
In today's episode, we talk about the most important piece of list building which is the free offer. We break down the purpose of the free offer, what you can use as a free offer, and what you need in order to deliver a free offer.
RELATED EPISODES:
Necessary Pieces for List Building
Encouraging Conversation with Your Email List
Nurturing Your List Through an Email Welcome and Newbie Series
In today's episode, we start a new series for the month of April on List Building. We are discussing the necessary pieces that are needed to build a list.
In this episode, I mention some email marketing software that I recommend. These include:
- Mailchimp
- MailerLite
- ActiveCampaign
- ConvertKit
Related Podcast Episodes:
Encouraging Conversation with Your Email List
Why You Should Send Emails Regularly
Nurturing Your List Through an Email Welcome and Newbie Series
In today's episode, I share the important pieces of a contract or Client Service Agreement. As I state in today's episode I am not a lawyer nor do I share this as legal advice. I highly recommend having a lawyer or paralegal approve your legal documentation.
RELATED EPISODES:Questions to Ask a Potential Client on a Free Consultation
Pricing Your Services as a Virtual Assistant
What Paperwork Does a Virtual Assistant Need?
In this week's episode, we are continuing our series on Paperwork for the virtual assistant. As I share in today's podcast in our case paperwork can be mostly digital. You can house it in your Google drive or another shared folder.
Today we focus on the necessary policies and procedures you should have in place.
As mentioned in today's episode I have a VA Jumpstart Kit available on my website. I once again mentioned Honeybook as well, which I have found to be a valuable tool for my Virtual Assistant Business you can get 50% off using my link for Honeybook.
RELATED EPISODES:4 Systems Every Business Owner Needs
3 Reasons You Should Track Your Leads
What Paperwork Does a Virtual Assistant Need?
In today's episode, we are talking about my infamous how I work document and why I believe it is invaluable to your virtual assistant business.
RELATED EPISODES:5 Reasons Why Excellent Customer Service is Essential
Work-Life Balance
What Does it Mean to be a Subcontractor?
Today we are talking about what a proposal is and what it includes. I have started using Honeybook for proposals. Get 50% off Honeybook with my link: http://share.honeybook.com/alyssaavant
I also have a workshop training that you can find here: https://virtualassistantadvantage.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1070282
RELATED EPISODES:
3 Reasons You Should Track Your Leads
Choosing Your Virtual Assistant Niche & Services
Educate, Inform and Sell
In today's episode, we are talking about the paperwork that is needed as a virtual assistant.
In this episode, I mention Honeybook, which is a great tool for creating some of the important paperwork needed as a VA. You can get 50% off your first year of Honeybook by using my link - http://share.honeybook.com/alyssaavant
RELATED EPISODES:Important Pieces of a Contract
Policies and Procedures
What is a How I Work Document and Why You Need One?
In today's episode, we talk about three reasons why it is important to track leads in your business as a part of your marketing process.
RELATED EPISODES:Why a Virtual Assistant Needs a Lead Magnet
What is a Funnel Anyway?What is a Referral System?
In today's episode of the podcast, we continue our series on how to get clients now with the topic of a referral system. What one is and a couple of ways that I have used a referral system in my last 14 years as a virtual assistant.
RELATED EPISODES:
3 Reasons You Should Track Your Leads
Can You Get Clients Via Social Media?
Why You Should Send Emails Regularly
In today's episode, we discuss the pros and cons of using websites like Upwork and Fiverr to get work.
RELATED EPISODES:
Can You Get Clients Via Social Media?
What Does it Mean to be a Subcontractor?
Is Your Potential Client Ready to Outsource?
In today's episode, we are starting a new series on Getting Clients. This is the most often asked question I get is: "How do I get clients?"
Today we are specifically talking about how to get clients via social media. As mentioned in today's episode you can sign up for the LinkedIn Challenge by going to https://virtualassistantadvantage.com/LI
RELATED EPISODES:Pros and Cons of Upwork and Fiverr
What is a Referral System?
3 Reasons You Should Track Your Leads
In today's episode, we talk about four of my favorite helpful tools for streamlining your business. Please be sure to go to virtualassistantadvantage.com for full show notes and links to the tools I mentioned in today's episode.
RELATED EPISODES:Why Streamline Your VA Business
Areas of Business to Streamline
Streamlining Your Content Marketing
In today's podcast episode I share with you a process that I not only use in my own business but also provide as a service to numerous clients. It is by far one of my most requested services.
That process is streamlining content marketing. Take one piece of content, whether audio, video, or blog posts, and repurpose it into multiple pieces of content to use across the internet to help promote your business. Quit reinventing the wheel!
RELATED EPISODES:How to Add More Personality to Your Marketing
7 Ways You Can Write More Engaging Emails
4 Systems Every Business Owner Needs
In today's episode, we are continuing on the topic of streamlining and I am sharing the areas in your business that are good starting points when beginning the process of streamlining.
RELATED EPISODES:Helpful Tools for Streamlining Your Business
Why Streamline Your VA Business
Streamlining Your Content Marketing
In this episode, we talk about the importance of streamlining in your Virtual Assistant Business. One of the tools that I mention is LastPass a tool for keeping up with passwords you can find LastPass at HTTP://lastpass.com
RELATED EPISODES:Areas of Business to Streamline
Helpful Tools for Streamlining Your Business
Streamlining Your Content Marketing
On today's episode of the podcast we talk about five ways that you can be sure to stay accountable to your goals in order to be successful.
RELATED EPISODES:Types of Goals to Set
Time Blocking Vs. Scheduling
Qualities of a Successful Virtual Assistant
In today's episode we are talking about types of goals to set in your life and business for the new year.
We are going to focus on those top three areas that I recommend you set goals in as a business owner.
Area #1 - Financially - A monetary goal for your business. I believe that without a target you don't know what you are striving towards.
Area #2 - Personal Development - This might include reading books, listening to podcasts, taking courses, joining coaching programs, or attending events.
Area #3 - Spiritual - Goals to help me grow in my relationship with Christ and how I will be sure to make God a part of the business. Prayer goals, Bible reading goals, or time spent with God.
We will also cover how to track your goals.
RELATED EPISODES:Staying Accountable to Your goals
What a VA Needs to Do When Setting Goals
Structuring and Scheduling a Day in the Life of a Virtual Assistant
In today's episode, we talk about what a Virtual Assistant Needs to do when setting goals for the new year. As always I have a list of things for you.
- Do a year-end review.
- Decide if you need to raise your rates.
- Decide if you need to acquire new skills.
- Find some accountability.
RELATED EPISODES:Types of Goals to Set
Staying Accountable to Your goals
Is Becoming a VA Right for You?
A few weeks ago I asked what topics people wanted to hear in my Virtual Assistant Advantage FB group and this was one of them, "How do you structure or schedule your day as a VA?" This week's episode is answering that question.
RELATED EPISODES:Budgeting for the Virtual Assistant
Choose Automation Wisely
Qualities of a Successful Virtual Assistant
In this episode I give you 4 tips for balancing work and the busy-ness of the holiday season an Virtual assistant.
RELATED EPISODES:Choose Automation Wisely
Time Blocking Vs. Scheduling
Structuring and Scheduling a Day in the Life of a Virtual Assistant
In today's episode, we talk about the virtual assistant model of the agency with special guest, Amber Miller, owner of Smart to Finish. You can find out more about Smart to Finish at their website HTTP://smarttofinish.com. Be sure to tell them Alyssa sent you!
RELATED EPISODES:Subcontractor Vs. Team Member
How to Get Paid as a Virtual Assistant
Why Virtual Assistants Should Ask for Feedback and Referrals
In this week's episode of the podcast, I talk about the similarities and differences between working as a subcontractor versus working as a team member.
RELATED EPISODES:Pricing Your Services as a Virtual Assistant
First Steps to Becoming a Virtual Assistant
How to Get Paid as a Virtual Assistant
In today's episode, I combine the topics of customer service and systems because the two go hand in hand. Both are extremely important aspects of a virtual assistant business and its success.
RELATED EPISODES:Educate, Inform and Sell
5 Reasons Why Excellent Customer Service is Essential
What is a How I Work Document and Why You Need One?
In this week's episode, we talk about the concepts of choosing a Virtual Assistant niche and services. I also share with you 25 Ways to VA and offered a free download. 300 Ways to VA can be found here: https://alyssaavant.activehosted.com/f/98
RELATED EPISODES:Possible Niches for the Virtual Assistant
What is a How I Work Document and Why You Need One?
Pricing Your Services as a Virtual Assistant
In this episode of the podcast, we talk about what someone should consider as they set up a virtual assistant business when it comes to money.
RELATED EPISODES:Structuring and Scheduling a Day in the Life of a Virtual Assistant
Be Willing to Invest in Your Business
Pricing Your Services as a Virtual Assistant
In today's episode, we cover the basic tools that you will need to build a sales funnel.
RELATED EPISODES:What is a Funnel Anyway?
Why Your Funnels Leak
3 Pages Every Funnel Needs
Today, we are continuing our series on sales funnels and talking about the top 3 pages every funnel needs, as well as what to include in those pages.
RELATED EPISODES:What is a Funnel Anyway?
Why Your Funnels Leak
5 Top Tools for Funnel Building
This is the 2nd in our series on All about Funnels. This week we give some insight into why your funnels might not be performing as they should.
RELATED EPISODES:3 Pages Every Funnel Needs
What is a Funnel Anyway?
5 Top Tools for Funnel Building
In today's episode, we are answering the question, "What is a funnel anyway?" For an online business owner, a sales funnel is probably the most important marketing tool you have. And yet many entrepreneurs - both new and established - have no clear understanding of what a funnel is or how it works.
As you can imagine, failing to fully understand this critical part of your business means fewer sales, lower profits, and ultimately, an unstable business.
Also, this episode marks the 52nd episode of the podcast meaning we are celebrating our 1 year anniversary! Thanks to all my loyal listeners.
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In today's episode, we talk about using your email list to educate, inform and sell as well as the dos and don'ts.
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In today's episode, we talk about encouraging conversation with your email list. As you email your list, build relationships by encouraging 2-way conversations. You can build good relationships through email messages. The key is to communicate effectively by giving them something interesting to think and talk about. These strategies and tips can help you start very informative and beneficial conversations.
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In today's episode, we talk about 7 reasons why you should send emails regularly. I also share again about my FREE Online Marketing Guide that you can download at HTTP://alyssaavantandcompany.com/marketing
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In today's episode of the podcast, we talk about how to use automation wisely. I share with you that my email automation software of choice is Active Campaign. My affiliate link is: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/ac
Also, I shared with you that I have a Free Guide called Online Marketing Guide you can get here: HTTP://alyssaavantandcompany.com/marketing.
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In today's episode, we discuss the importance of nurturing your email list through an email welcome and newbie series as well as 7 ways to do so.
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In this week's episode, I share with you 4 ways that you can add more personality to your marketing and your business.
One of the resources I share is my friend and Instagram Coach, Allison of The Boss Lady in Sweatpants. If you are not following her on IG you should - https://www.instagram.com/allisonscholes/
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In today's episode, we talk about introverts vs. extroverts. Do you know which one is better at business? Well, the truth is both have tendencies or characteristics that help them in business. I also reveal in today's episode which I am. You might be surprised by it.
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In today's episode, we begin our series for the month of June on personalities and how they relate to business. Today I share the 10 personality traits that I believe are important to have when starting a business but don't be discouraged if you don't have all ten of them. I myself don't and I share in today's episode how to handle that as well.
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In this episode, we talk about the important elements that our websites should include whether they are WordPress or not. If you'd like to download this checklist as a pdf head over to HTTP://alyssaavantandcompany.com/ultimate to download this Ultimate WordPress Website Checklist.
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In this week's episode, we are talking about Google Analytics and specifically what Google Analytics can do for you. This episode will help you understand why you would want to install Google Analytics on your WordPress website, a brief synopsis of how as well as five things Google Analytics helps you to see about your website.
You can learn more about GA in this blog post on my site: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/track-website-visitors/
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Why WordPress?
In today's episode, we are talking about my favorite plugins for WordPress. As we talked about last week WordPress has a ton of options and plugins help make this possible.
Some of these plugins are paid, but most of them are free. The one paid plugin I recommended in this episode was OptimizePress. As I mentioned I am sharing my affiliate link with you.
https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/OP
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In this week's episode of the podcast, I am sharing with you why I choose to use WordPress as my website platform and have done so since 2007.
In this episode, I mention the hosting company that I have also used since 2007, which is called MomWebs. I thought I'd share my affiliate link to Momwebs with you. If you choose to purchase hosting services through this link I will receive a small commission, but it will NOT cost you any extra to use my link.
My Momwebs' affiliate link is https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/momwebs.
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In today's episode, we talk about why you need more than one email list. In some cases, depending upon the autoresponder system you use the terminology may be different, but basically, you need to be able to have more than one segment/group / or list so you can send personalized messages based on the needs of the subscribers.
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In today's episode, we will be talking about the importance of market segmentation in email and specifically 8 ways to segment your list. I recommend using ActiveCampaign for email marketing and would love it if you would use my affiliate link if you are interested in signing up.
http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/ac
If you sign up for ActiveCampaign via my affiliate link I will receive a small commission.
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In this week's episode, we continue our series on email marketing. Today we talk about 7 ways you can write more engaging emails. This week's sponsor is Katie Hornor of http://getoutoftheboat.com
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Before you can get started using email for relationship building, you have to learn how to build your lists properly. That starts with attracting the right people to the right list. If you cast too wide a net you’ll get a lot of uninterested and unresponsive people on your list. So, when it comes to email marketing, size and quality matter. Yes, of course, bigger lists are better, but only if the quality of the subscribers is high as well. In today's episode, we talk about seven ways to attract the right people to your email list.
Today's sponsor is Katie Hornor from HTTP://Getoutoftheboat.com
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On this week's episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage Podcast we begin a 4 week series on the subject of email marketing. Today we cover the three important reasons email marketing is effective.
Also grab the free offer I have from this episode - 20 Lead Magnet Ideas - http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/lead
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In today's episode I share with you six of the qualities that I believe are important to have in order to be a successful virtual assistant.
Again this week we are thrilled to have Katie Hornor and the Get Out of the Boat Virtual Retreat as our sponsor.
Find it at http://getoutoftheboat.com
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In this week's episode we are talking about mindset. Do you have a negative mindset? This episode's tips will help you to change your thoughts so you can in turn change your life.
Special thanks to this week's sponsor, Katie Hornor with the Get Out of the Boat Virtual Retreat. Register for the retreat at http://GetOutoftheBoat.com
I also shared that my Become a Virtual Assistant Course is currently OPEN - http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/avaa-reopen
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In today's episode I encourage you to be willing to invest in your business and share with you five key reasons you should do so. I also share with you about this upcoming Monday's webinar - 3 Biggest Mistakes that Newbie Virtual Assistants Make - Sign up to join me at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/3-mistakes.
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In today's episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage podcast we are talking about how a Virtual Assistant can find and hire their own intern as a virtual assistant.
I also share with you about revamping my Become A Virtual Assistant course and it re-launching this month.
You can get on the waiting list at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/coming-soon
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In this episode of The Virtual Assistant Advantage podcast we talk through five questions that you can ask yourself to determine if becoming a virtual assistant is right for you. I even created a quiz to help you decide. You can take the quiz at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/quiz.
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In today's episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage podcast we talk about four systems that every business owner needs. These systems will not only help you to streamline your business but will also give you peace of mind and security.
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Today's episode is at the request of one of the Virtual Assistants in my directory. I openly and honestly share with you the mistakes I've made in my 13 years in business.
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In today's episode we are celebrating 1 year in business for The Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory and Matchmaking service. As a party gift you can use coupon code Birthday to get $15 off Matchmaking Service or Virtual Assistant Vetting.
The topic for today's show is Why I Believe You Should Be an Eternal Student.
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In today's episode, we are talking about what it means to be a subcontractor and answering some of the most common questions people have about subbing. I also share one of the resources available on my website called 300 Ways to VA, which you can find at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/beava.
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In today's episode we talk about the typical tasks that can be outsourced to a virtual assistant. I share with you a ton of them from my list of 300 Ways to VA. Also in today's episode I have special guest and Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant, Melissa Barnes with me as she shares how she got started as a VA as well as her best advice for someone who is just starting out.
Today's featured resource is the Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory and Matchmaking Service so if you find yourself interested in what we have to offer after today's episode head on over to http://ChristianBusinessAdvantage.com
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In today's episode I share some of the questions that a potential client should consider before they hire a virtual assistant. It is important for the virtual assistant to be aware of these questions and considerations every business owner should consider before hiring a Virtual Assistant.
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In today's episode I am talking about the benefits of working with a Virtual Assistant. So whether you are a business owner who is curious about why you should hire a VA or you are a Virtual Assistant who could use some ideas for marketing your business this episode is for you!
I'd like to invite anyone who is considering hiring a Virtual Assistant to attend my upcoming free informational webinar Everything You Need to Know about Working with a Virtual Assistant. Coming up Thursday, January 14, at 1:00 pm - Sign Up Here: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-working-with-a-virtual-assistant/
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In today's episode, Taneil Evans, a Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant and homeschooling mom of 2 joins me to share her story of how she became a Virtual Assistant. This episode should encourage anyone who is on the fence about starting a virtual assistant business and anyone who is currently struggling in their business to not give up.
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In this episode, I encourage you as you are thinking about the new year to reflect back on 2021, assess what has gone well and what you could improve and how to make plans as you move forward.
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In this week's episode I cover why it is important for a Virtual Assistant to ask for both feedback and referalls. I also added a very special segment where I am featuring a Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant. If you are not familar with the Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory and Matchmaking Service then you definitely need to listen to this week's episode where I share more about the directory and also interview Vicki Stone, one of the CBA Virtual Assistants about her success.
Find out more about CBA here http://ChristianBusinessAdvantage.com.
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In today's episode I share with you ten of the reasons that I thankful for my Virtual Assistant business.
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In today's episode, I talk about the importance of knowing the ROI, or Return on Investment of your time in the different areas of your business. We also talk about how to take an inventory of your time and what to do if you are not getting a good return on your time currently.
In this episode, I also mention a couple of additions I will be making to the podcast in the next couple of months. One being the addition of featuring one of my Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistants and their success stories on one episode a month of the podcast. Secondly, I will be featuring one of the FREE resources that I offer on my website on every episode of the podcast.
Today's resource is the 11 Tips to Starting a Virtual Assistant Business Free guide. You can find it here: https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/10-first-steps-2/
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In today's episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage Podcast, we are talking about how to get paid. We are all in business for at least one purpose and that is to make money. So as a Virtual Assistant exactly how do you choose to get paid by your clients?
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In today's episode i talk about what to do when you wish you could push the pause button. This happens in both life and in business, but we will be talking specifically about business and how to get back to the play button.
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In Today's episode we talk about 5 reasons why excellent customer service is essential as well as a few ways that you can exemplify high-quality customer service in your Virtual Assistant business.
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In today's episode, I share a little bit of real life and tips for dealing with setbacks in your life and business. We must push forward even when we run into obstacles. Today's tips will help you to do so.
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In today's episode, I share with you thirteen lessons that I have learned from my thirteen years in business in honor of my business birthday on Monday.
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In today's episode, we talk about why a virtual assistant needs a lead magnet. I share with you the top 4 reasons I believe they are important to have as a VA.
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In today's episode, we talk about 7 tips for creating a newbie nurture series. If you are unsure of what this even is then you definitely want to listen to today's episode. Building and nurturing relationships through an email list is an important aspect of a successful business.
I also mention my Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory. If you are interested in joining you may find out more information at HTTP://alyssaavantandcompany.com/cbava
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Today's episode is a really great one for newbies, however, if you are an established or struggling virtual assistant, don't leave me quite yet. I believe that this episode will provide some valuable information to you as well. In this episode, I cover the first steps to becoming a virtual assistant, but I also give out some awesome resources including my 300 Ways to VA document that you can find here: HTTP://alyssaavantandcompany.com/beava You will definitely want to check it out!
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In this episode, we cover 3 proven strategies for getting virtual assistant clients. Getting clients is not as hard as some people think. In fact, due to needing a place to refer potential clients to I formed the Christian Business Advantage Virtual Assistant Directory to connect Christian Business owners, Ministry Leaders, and Bloggers with Christian Virtual Assistants.
Virtual Assistants can be vetted and become a part of the CBA Directory at https://alyssaavantandcompany.com/cbava.
If you are looking to become a virtual assistant you can find my How to Become a Virtual Assistant course at http://alyssaavantandcompany.com/avaa-reopen.
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In this episode of the Virtual Assistant Advantage I share with you where I messed up in the early days of my Virtual Assistant business and what I believe the keys to success in business are. There are 4 areas where I believe being consistent is key.
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On this episode of The Virtual Assistant Advantage, we are talking about work-life balance. I share with you my best tips for achieving work-life balance as a virtual assistant.
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In this episode, we are covering one of the most frequently asked questions I receive from new virtual assistants, "How much should I charge?" I share with you three different possibilities or ways of charging that you can apply to your business.
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In this episode, I share my top 3 favorite business books that I feel are helpful to Christian virtual assistants. In addition, I also share the 3 books that are in my to be read list currently. You will be able to find links to the books in the show notes on my website.
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In this episode, we talk about questions that you should ask a potential client on a free consultation. We also briefly cover why you should offer free consultations in your business.
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In this episode we discuss the term "niche". How do you say it? What does it mean? I share a variety of possible virtual assistant niches as well as how I determined my different niches during different seasons of my business.
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There are so many programs out there that a Virtual Assistant can use, but what are the best free programs available today? In this episode I discuss my favorite project management system, storage program, graphic design program and scheduling tool.
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In this episode, we are talking about time blocking versus scheduling. What is time blocking? What is scheduling? Which one is right for you. I share my newest time blocking method with you.
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Let's launch this thing!! This short trailer tells you about this brand new podcast for newbie, aspiring and experienced Virtual Assistants.
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