Help Me Work Online, Esther!: Recent Episodes
Esther Inman
Do you want to work from anywhere, in a career you love? Founder of Virtual Assistant Internship and 6-figure digital business owner, Esther Inman, shares compelling advice on how to find a remote career. In addition to sharing her personal experiences, she interviews some of the best experts in the work from anywhere niche. If you want a career where you can travel, stay home with your kids, create a deployment-proof virtual career, or just finally live your life of freedom by working online, this is the podcast for you!
In this episode, I was joined by former 90 Day VA student and veterinary writer Amber LaRock. She shares her journey from working long hours at the ER as a vet tech and dreaming of traveling to launching a remote writing career from anywhere in the world. Amber tells us all about how she was able to continue working with her vet tech knowledge as a virtual assistant and how her journey can apply to anyone else and their passions.
In this episode, I reconnected with podcast manager and former 90 Day VA student Yali Cristina, who I met years ago in San Diego and is now back to share her success story. She tells us all about how she transitioned from working full-time at a country club to running her own podcast management business. Yali gives us tips on overcoming your fears of working online and how 90 Day VA and its community helped her thrive.
In this episode, I was joined by podcast manager and former 90 Day VA student Anne Claessen. She shares with us her journey from being an avid podcast listener and future lawyer to owning her own podcast agency. She now helps podcasters with everything from editing to social media. Anne shares with us the lessons she learned through her time working online, how she decided that podcast managing was for her, and how she managed to grow her solo business into an agency.
In this episode, I'm joined by virtual assistant and former 90 Day VA student Anna Dykeman. She shares with us her journey from overworked research scientist to owning a virtual services business, all while juggling the pandemic and grad school! Anna gives us some great tips on how to start your own remote work journey, her best advice for those on the fence about working online, and tells us all about how she manages to work, study, and travel.
In this episode, I was joined by investment manager and financial coach Aryeh Sheinbein, who shares his extensive knowledge on how to use investment accounts to set yourself up financially. He gives us a basic lowdown on all the types of accounts you can start both as an employee and as a business owner and the different benefits of each one. He also shares some personal advice on how you can start saving up for retirement right now, even if you feel like you’re late to the game.
In this episode, I welcomed remote work expert and author Rhiannon Payne, who gives us all her best tips on how to thrive in today’s remote world. She shares with us the knowledge she’s acquired from interviewing some of the world’s top businesswomen and from her own experience as a remote business owner. She also gives us some pointers on how to stand out against the competition when applying to online jobs and some incredible advice on how to thrive in your remote career.
In this episode, I welcomed work from home master and Screw the Commute Podcast host Tom Antion, who shares with us some of the knowledge he’s obtained over the last 44 years working online. He gives us tips on how to monetize your current hobbies or skills, some great advice on how to maneuver the online marketplace, and even shares a couple of incredible resources for those looking to work remotely and make money doing it.
In this episode, I chat with researcher and business owner Will Hahn, who shares with us his knowledge on the science of burnout. He also talks to us about how to begin assessing whether you’re sliding into burnout, the 3 biggest components of it and how to identify them, and even gives us some of his scientifically-backed tips on how to lower your stress daily.
In this episode, I chat with fellow femmentrepreneur Angie Lee, who shares all her knowledge on the science behind CBD and how it can be beneficial to our health. She also gives us some pointers on how to start incorporating CBD into your life, the many different ways you can use CBD, and even some surprising testimonials she’s received about her products.
In this episode, I chat with outdoor enthusiast and writer Amy Bushatz, who talks to us about the incredible way she relieves stress while working remotely. She also shares with us some advice on how to find the time to do the things that you love, why being outdoors is so beneficial to our health, and tips on how to make your time outside more enjoyable.
In this episode, I talk to Kari Poppleton, who shares with us how she manages her successful online consulting business while living with a disability. She talks with us about how she got started in the remote work field and how it changed for her once she became disabled, some tips for entrepreneurs on balancing health and business, and some unexpected benefits of being disabled and working from home.
In this episode, I chat with return guest and business coach Sean Delaney, who teaches us all about how to balance your time between family and working from home. He breaks down his daily schedule for success, how he makes time in the work day to spend time and bond with his children, and why taking care of yourself first is of utmost importance.
In this episode, I’m joined by Melissa Lanz who shares with us how meal planning and prepping is a powerful tool in self-care and relieving stress. She gives us her top tips that include how to deal with different diets in a household, what you can do with picky eaters, and even how to make meals fun. Find out how you can make your meals more sustainable for you!
In this episode, I chat with business and life coach Kelsey Murphy, all about how to maintain boundaries in your personal and work life as we go through seasons of change. We break it down for you with some step-by-step tips and tricks you can use in your life starting today. And we also share some tools to help you with any short and long-term biz goals you have!
In this episode, I talk about how you can dramatically change the quality of your life by hiring a family assistant. I’ll let you in on everything you need to know to outsource all those time-consuming household chores so you can focus on the things that are truly bringing you joy.
In this episode, I’m joined by KC Davis, LPC who shares with us on how you can take care of yourself using a sustainable home care practice.
In this episode, Dr. Lindo Bacon shares how shifting your beliefs and ideals of “health at every size” can have a profound positive effect on your overall physical and mental health.
In this episode, I dive deep into the different ways to identify what is contributing to your stress in both your work and personal life. From changing your mindset to chasing unrealistic and undesirable life goals, I break down the issues around what’s actually causing you stress.
In this episode, I am giving you a sneak peek into my brand new series, A Balancing Act. I talk ALL about what's to come with this series, what kinds of episodes you can expect, and the prizes you can win if you join my Summer Party!
In this episode, Kirstin Navaroli, one of my former students, joins me to talk about her VA journey as a military wife and mother, and how she already makes more money than her husband. She also gives some advice for those of you who are unsure about whether or not this is the career path for you.
In this episode, I’m joined by two of my 90 Day VA students as they discuss what’s it like working together from home as a married couple. They share with us their journey which led to 90 DAY VA, the challenges they’ve faced and overcome, and what they’re looking forward to as they grow their business.
In this episode, I’m joined by one of my 90 Day VA students as she talks about how she booked out as a Virtual Assistant one month after starting my course. She walks us through a day in her life as a full-time student, how she fits VA work into her lifestyle, and how she’s been able to make more money now as a VA.
In this episode, I’m giving you a sneak peek of one of our 90 Day VA Q&A Calls, where I answered some of our students’ questions about how to transition into the virtual assistant field while still having your 9 to 5. I share some knowledge on presenting yourself as a VA with a background in your current job, some really awesome and booming fields you can offer your services to, and some tips on the best ways to find your dream niche.
In this episode, my CFO, Morgan de Klerk, is sharing everything you need to know to get ready for the upcoming tax season. We talk about what you need to get your finances in order, the types of business expenses you can write off, and SO much more!
In this episode, digital nomad and tax expert Kathleen Di Paolo and I dive deep into the world of taxes. Kathleen shares her best tax tips and strategies for online entrepreneurs and businesses, including some amazing resources to help you get the best benefits for your online business.
In this episode, I’m sharing a sneak peek of one of our 90 Day VA Q&A Calls. I answered some questions on one of the most important things a virtual assistant can have when starting out: a support network. I also share some more information on our Portfolio Mentorship add-on package, how to get support if you don’t have a mentor, and even play matchmaker to help you find your dream client.
In this episode, I’ll be sharing a preview of one of our 90 Day VA Q&A calls. I answer our students’ questions on how to get their mindsets right and conquer obstacles when working as a virtual assistant. We discuss the difficulties most students struggle with, some surprising skills you can learn from them, and all share tips on how you can overcome any hurdle that comes your way!
In this episode, I chat with former 90 Day VA student Katie Hudspeth about how she hit the 6-figure mark in her first year of working as a virtual assistant. She shares her two biggest tips that helped her get there and what you need to know if you’re just starting your VA journey.
In this episode, I chat with Ruth Gibbons, who started a remote online business based in Australia. She shares all of her wisdom on how to get your business set up, where to find insurance and grants, and some of the most important lessons she's learned on her journey working online.
In this episode, I’m bringing you on a tiny house expedition. I chat with Alexis about how she and her partner, Christian, started their journey living in a tiny home on wheels. Join us as we dive deep into what downsizing your living space does to your mindset, how sustainable it actually is, and what you can do to get started.
In this episode, I chat with Ben and Kelly from the FUNemployed Family about what it’s like to travel the world as a family of four. Find out how they gathered the courage to leave their full-time corporate jobs for life on the road and how they’ve managed to travel full-time with their kids!
In this episode, my friend and fellow traveler, Jess Bonde, talks about ALL things van life. Everything from how he uses the bathroom and shower to finding WiFi on the road. Jess has been living in a van full-time and now he’s sharing how he’s made it all possible.
In this episode, my friend, Lottie Reeves shares her amazing story of how she’s been able to live on a narrowboat in the waterways of the UK while working online. We talk about all things remote life and how the lifestyle looks different for everyone. Hint! It’s not just what you see on social media.
In this episode, I’m bringing you our very first guest on the Remote Life Series. Deya is not only my COO, but she’s a digital nomad who has tons of tips and tricks to help you live the remote life of your dreams. We talk about how she got started working online and how she’s grown into her position with VAI - all while splitting her time between Europe and Asia every year.
In this episode, I share some of the best and worst experiences I had living in Bali as an expat. And although it has a special place in my heart, I think it’s so important to know what many people don’t ever talk about when they live there long-term.
In this episode, I share my best recommendations if you’re thinking of living in Bali long term. I also talk about all the things you need to know about getting the right visa and finding the best place to live.
In this episode, I talk about picking a country you want to move to or travel to and stay in the long-term. I also share 3 of my biggest tips to consider and why it’s essential to have this knowledge before making your decision.
In this episode, I share some of the behind-the-scenes of what all went into choosing the home that we did. I talk about the different things to write off as tax deductions and what you should consider if you’re looking to buy a house or a piece of property soon.
In this second episode of my newest series, The Remote Life, I talk about the importance of purchasing a home way below your means. I go over some of the biggest lessons I wished someone would have shared with me and how you can truly benefit from buying under budget.
This is the first episode of my newest series, The Remote Life. Today, I’ll be sharing with you some of the things I wish I knew before buying my first home as an entrepreneur. I talk about the mindset changes I had to overcome and some tips to consider if you’re looking to buy your first home. Check it out!
In this episode, my friend, Kerri, and I talk about what it’s like to put yourself out there as a virtual assistant and why it’s not as complicated or scary as you think! She shares some of her biggest tips and lessons learned along the way, and how she’s been able to overcome the obstacles of severe anxiety.
In this episode, VAI team member, Christine, joins me to talk about how non-native English speakers can still work online as a virtual assistant. She drops some serious inspiration on how you can overcome your fears of not finding work, putting yourself out there, and getting that dream remote job.
In this episode, I cover everything you need to know to avoid getting caught in the get-rich-quick schemes of the online world. I talk about what kinds of things you can look out for and how to change your perspective to get going online. So, listen in as I share my tips to help you get started with your remote life career!
In this episode, I talk about the differences between the soft skills and the hard skills you need as a virtual assistant. I cover ALL the things that business owners are looking for, how to land your dream clients, and have a long-term, online career.
In this episode, I tell you all about how to set up boundaries to help you succeed in your online work journey. A lot of these tips I learned from personal experience, and now I’m sharing them with you to help you and your clients avoid any issues in the future.
In this episode, I cover everything you need to know about homeschooling your kids. Whether it’s something you wanted to do or were left with no choice (thanks, COVID), everything you need to get started, you can find here. I also share some of my favorite resources to supplement your child's online curriculum.
In this episode, my husband, AJ, and I answer your questions about what it’s like to balance everything from managing our household to working online together. We dive deep into some of the struggles we’ve had to go through as a military family and how we’ve made things work during the quarantine.
In this episode, my husband, AJ, is back on the podcast with me to talk about what life has been like for our family as we’ve traveled the world. We share the main reasons that drove our decision to move back to the U.S. and where we plan on traveling to next.
In this episode, I’m doing things a little bit differently this week. I have a very special guest - my husband, AJ! We answer all of your questions about marriage, how we met, future plans, and our top tips for building a strong relationship.
In this episode, I talk about one of the most uncomfortable things for me - how I made my first million dollars in my business. I talk about the steps I took along the way, the people I looked to for help, and how I reached my business goals on this crazy entrepreneurial journey!
In this episode, I talk about the biggest differences between charging your clients per hour and charging per package as an online service provider. I cover what each package is, what tasks to include, and how and when to transition your current clients into your new pricing.
In this episode, we talk about the 4 best ways to get paid as a Virtual Assistant, whether it’s by local clients or international ones - we got you covered! I talk about why you should charge your clients upfront and why it’s important to know the different payment options you have available as a contractor.
In this episode, I talk about the most common pricing mistakes people make and how to avoid them as an online service provider. You’ll learn what to include when setting the boundaries between you and your client, as well as how to communicate better to avoid future mishaps.
In this episode, I break down each step you need to take when calculating your rate as an online service provider. I also share a few tips on how to determine your annual salary and what you need to do to reach your financial goal.
In this episode, I cover how much you should charge as an online service provider. I share the types of pricing you can expect when starting out and which ones you should transition to as soon as possible and why.
We’re kicking off a new series where we talk about everything money-related! In today’s episode, we go over why it’s important to have uncomfortable conversations about money, why we need to become comfortable, and how we can benefit from this in the long run.
In this episode, I will share ALL the secrets of wealthy people that no one ever talks about. I dive deep into how to deal with money when you have some more on your hands, why you need to work on your money mindset, and what I have learned along the way that led me to where I am now.
In this episode, Danielle and I talk about how she got started as a Virtual Assistant. She’s a former student and graduate of 90 Day VA and has since focused her VA business towards helping wellness coaches, spiritual workers, and travel bloggers. We talk about everything from what you can expect while working with clients to some tips and tricks you can use to help you get started.
In this episode, we go behind-the-scenes of what a business owner actually looks for and what their thought process is when hiring. I share how I hired the VAI team and the company culture you can expect from businesses you apply for. You’ll also find some tips and tricks to help you stand out during the hiring process and land yourself an interview.
In this episode, we share 10 of the biggest mistakes we've seen on job applications for remote jobs that WE'VE posted. I talk through everything from resumes to cover letters to submitting job applications - we dive into the nitty-gritty and share all the behind-the-scenes of how we hire at Team VAI as well. * Check out our Remote Resume Blueprint here to get your remote resume all spruced up plus ready-made remote templates!
In this episode, I cover 8 of the biggest lessons learned from the past 8 years of working remotely. It's been almost a decade since I first started as a Virtual Assistant, dipping my toes into the world of online work. I share the biggest tips regarding mindset work, the potential for remote work for the future, the real priorities I should have focused on when I got started, and more.
In this episode, I share 6 tips for getting work online, even now during these crazy pandemic times. Our students are posting about landing jobs every day in our private community, so I wanted to hop on here to share some of their tips and what they’ve been doing well to press on during these times!
In this episode, I share the 10 reasons why right NOW is the best time to start working online! These reasons range from hard facts to personal motivations that you might have, and I can't wait to help you get going.
In this episode, I talk through 10 of my biggest pieces of advice for guaranteeing your success when you start my program: 90 Day Virtual Assistant! I answer questions like: How do you set yourself up for success? How do you ensure you keep going even when things get tough? How do you make sure you're doing the course properly? Check out this episode if you've just recently joined 90 Day VA or if you're thinking about joining but want to be sure you are doing everything you can to guarantee your success!
In this episode, I talk to 90 Day VA Star Student, Skye, all about her journey into the online work world. She shares how she originally started out in yoga teaching, did some retail work then moved into online English teaching and ultimately found and fell in love with virtual assisting. We also chat about how she got so booked out she started referring OTHER 90 Day VA students, why she thinks she was successful, how to ditch the scarcity mindset, and more.
If you're finding yourself feeling anxious, nervous, or excited about an upcoming decision or possible new adventure and not 100% sure whether you should still take the next step... this podcast episode was recorded just for you. In this episode, we talk through a few of my personal methods for understanding the root of my feelings, how to differentiate between exciting or anxiety-inducing opportunities, and more.
In this episode… I share 9 of my biggest failures in my personal life and my business. It’s not all sunshine and rainbows, people. Every successful person that you see out there has gone through rough times and failures upon failures! You know I always keep it real with y'all, so here are mine!
In this episode, I share 5 things that you SHOULD be spending your stimulus check on, 4 things that you should try to avoid as well as a few options that you can invest your stimulus check on to help you get through this strange COVID-19 quarantine time!
In this episode, I share ALL the numbers behind the VAI business especially the expenses and where all the money goes to, to help run this machine. So if you're curious about how much it really takes to pay our team, our advertising, our technology tools, and more... press play on the episode!
In this episode, I share ALL the numbers behind the VAI business especially the expenses and where all the money goes to, to help run this machine. So if you're curious about how much it really takes to pay our team, our advertising, our technology tools, and more... press play on the episode!
Here it is - all your questions about setting up your business legally online answered! In this interview with Sean Delaney, we talk through all the nuts and bolts of ensuring you set yourself up legally in the U.S. including incorporating, taxes, registering, EINs, bank accounts, and more. Plus, we talk through the AB5 law put in place in California concerning independent contractors and who it matters for!
- You can check out Sean's business here!
- Curious about working online as a Virtual Assistant? Check out our 100% free intro class here to find out how you can get started in the work online journey!
- Great resource from Sean to have someone handle it for you: https://www.incorporate.com/
In this episode, I cover 15 of my favorite unconventional homeschooling resources that I use with my kid at home! These are almost all free if not low-cost and will save you a boatload of time and frustration from trying to come up with free material every day! Stay safe and healthy, everyone.
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In this episode, I cover 10 of my favorite homeschooling resources that I use with my kid at home! These are almost all free if not low-cost and will save you a boatload of time and frustration from trying to come up with free material every day! Stay safe and healthy, everyone.
In this episode, I cover a few of my biggest tips for homeschooling your kids while STILL getting your own work done. I've been homeschooling my kid, Ben, for the past 6 years while growing my own online work services and business, so I've got a few tips and tricks under my belt. If you're struggling with managing your children being at home and still juggling your workload, have a listen to the episode! Stay safe and healthy, everyone.
In this podcast episode, I go over 20 companies that are almost always hiring for a huge range of online jobs and hire internationally! I cover virtual assisting, bookkeeping, technology, customer service, online English teaching, transcription and translation jobs in this episode. So if you're looking for an easy way to get started online and some online jobs that you can apply to TODAY, what are you waiting for? Hit play on the episode above!
In this episode, Katie and I talk all about how to get started as a social media manager online. We walk through what exactly ‘social media management’ is, what types of clients Katie works with and how you can get started with this skill! Don't forget! This is just a teaser of the full interview I recorded with Katie. If you want to hear the FULL episode for free, make sure to join our free Work from Anywhere Virtual Summit where you'll hear from over 10 experts!
So... you're a fellow travel lover who is not quite sure how to travel the world while making a sustainable income? You've come to the right place. My family and I have been working online and traveling for the past 6 years, and in this brand new podcast episode, I'm sharing the ONLY 4 ways to get paid to travel the world. Stay tuned for the fourth way... because that's 100% my favorite way. I'll also give you a completely FREE resource at the end of the episode so you can get going today!
Are you trying to do a whole bunch of things all at the same time - working as a virtual service provider, starting an online business, offering multiple different services, etc.? In this episode, I talk about the main differences between being a virtual service provider, such as a virtual assistant, graphic designer, web developer and building an online business PLUS 3 reasons why I truly believe you can't go far if you do not have FOCUS on your journey.
Before embarking on her online journey, Clare was struggling with finding a way to be location independent enough for her to move and travel consistently. Her lifelong passion for travel and of being location independent were set aside to prioritize a regular school and work routine. Today, things look a little different for Clare, and we’re so excited to share her story and how her work online adventure unraveled. So here’s how Clare got started working online as a Virtual Assistant, how she ended up making $3K within 2 weeks of starting 90 Day VA and her most important strategies for other hustling virtual assistants!
In this episode, I share some of my biggest predictions for trends in the online workspace coming this year. If you’re working online or aspiring to work online like so many others, make sure to take notes on all the trends mentioned so you can get ahead of the curve and kick 2020 off with a bang!
This week, I’m very excited to introduce you to Andie, a stay-at-home mom of 5 kids, a successful Virtual Assistant, and a 90 Day VA Star Student. Before embarking on her online journey, Andie was a homeschooling mom for her FIVE children. Two of her kids have special needs, and she was given a stipend from the government to care for them. But it meant their dreams of being location independent and traveling as much as they wanted were stifled for a long time.
Today, things look a little different for Andie and their family of 7.
In this episode, find out how Andie made the transition into working online as a Virtual Assistant while still remaining home with her children and her top tips for other aspiring online workers!
Here it is... one of the most common questions I get is: "Can I work online if I DON'T have a degree of any kind?" The short answer? Absolutely! In this podcast episode, I share the biggest reasons why you don't need a degree to work online as well as 10 online job options that you can do WITHOUT a degree that still pay at least $20/hr! So no more excuses... 2020 is the year to get started working online for you, even if you don't have a college degree or any certifications.
This episode is a fun one! In this episode, I share what the 3 pillars of being a true girl boss are, and specifically, what it takes to work online successfully. I wanted to share these pillars because they were really the foundations for why I found the success that I did, and I hope that these little musings help you wield a new perspective on your life and how you approach your goals and dreams. If working online is a goal of yours in 2020, this episode is a must-listen to ensure you're heading into the new year with the right mindset and perspective to attain those seemingly crazy goals that you secretly have!
This episode is all about working in transcription! I talk with Nadia, a 90 Day VA member, who has been working online in transcription since 2013 so she can stay home with her two kids. She explains what transcription is, how much she is paid, the equipment she uses, and the potential health problems associated with transcription. She also gives advice on how to get started in transcription if you need money quick and how to make the shift from transcription to a virtual assistant.
2019 was a huge year of growth for me personally as well as professionally - my business quadrupled its monthly income this year, and a lot of tough lessons followed this rapid growth. In this podcast episode, I share 4 of the biggest personal takeaways and lessons learned from 2019 and share how I think you can avoid making the same mistakes that I did!
Thank you all for being a part of this special year, and I wish you a wonderful last few weeks of 2019 and a wonderful holiday season. I can't wait to see all that we achieve together in 2020!
This episode is a really fun one! In this episode, I sit down with my 9-year-old son, Ben, and chat through what his perspective on part-time traveling as a family and living abroad in Bali is. We talk through what his favorite and least favorite things about traveling are, what his favorite things about living in Bali are and he shares some of his top tips on traveling with kids, packing and how to occupy your kids when traveling. I loved recording this episode, and I hope you enjoy hearing his thoughts on what living as a digital nomad family is really like!
Wondering how I work online and travel with my family? This highly-requested episode is all about that! In this episode, I talk about the logistics of working online and traveling with kids, including what we do for education for our son, how we get time to actually get work done, what we pack on our trips, and finally, how to get started working online and traveling with your kids yourself!
This new podcast episode is all about how to work online in Public Relations; I'm super excited to feature Brittney Lynn, the owner of a successful PR agency, to talk about how to get into it the field as a Virtual Assistant. We talk through what exactly Public Relations is, what a PR Virtual Assistant could do and how you can get started!
In this podcast episode, let's talk about working online when you're a stay-at-home mom and you have kiddos at home. When Esther first got started working online, her son, Ben, was only 3 years old and she was single parenting because her husband was in the military and away often. Esther gives realistic tips and resources for how to ensure your kids are happy, you are happy and that you can continue with your work and building your online career.
Note: This applies to all kids, of all ages.
In this week's episode, I chat with Travel Vlogger & Content Creator, Andrea from It's a Travel O.D., all about what she does and how to work as a Virtual Assistant within the travel industry for travel influencers; this episode goes into which top skills Andrea recommends getting plus what her tips are for getting started.
In this podcast episode, we talk through all things niching and figuring out which services to offer as a Virtual Assistant. This has got to be one of the most common questions I get in my DMs and from my course students, and it's understandably a hard question to tackle! The VA world is so vast, and it seems like the list of things you can help a business owner with is endless. Have a listen to this episode if you're struggling with figure out how to niche and what to niche in!
There are a LOT of online courses out there, and I know it can be confusing to try to figure out which ones are the best for your needs and if they'll do what they promise to do for you. In this episode, we're going to talk through how to distinguish between courses by asking 5 important questions that can help you make this important decision!
"But... what about health insurance?" This is one of the most common questions I get asked about working online by Americans. In this episode, we talk through this daunting topic and I share all my top resources for those of you that want to live in a different country as an expat, those of you that want to travel, and those of you that are just ready to get going working online.
In this episode, we talk all things MONEY with personal financial expert, Brie Sodano. We talk through the cycle of debt, of being broke, of how to start living your best life right now plus Brie talks through 3 essential savings habits you need to have and how to start doing an audit of your current financial situation and how to get OUT of your unhealthy money habits.
In this episode, we talk through how big the virtual assisting industry is, general industry trends, how to stand out from the competition and find jobs that aren't being competed for. If you're struggling with how to figure out where to find jobs or how to qualify for them, this podcast episode is just for you!
So you want to work from anywhere, but you need help? No worries! Taylor Lane started her company, Remote Like Me, to help people just like you navigate the world of remote jobs. Her passion is helping people find and land the perfect job so that they can enjoy the freedom of working remotely. Taylor and Esther share how to create the perfect resume (hint: use Canva), the importance of tailoring your resume for each potential job, and some other ways to get creative in the application process!
Do you ever get a gut feeling that a job offer is too good to be true? Internet scams are widespread and can be an easy trap for people looking for online jobs. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to tell if someone is trying to scam you for your personal information. In this episode, Esther shares some of the top job scams and fake job offers.
Do you ever get the gut feeling that a job offer is too good to be true? Internet scams can be an easy trap for people looking for online jobs. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to tell if someone is trying to scam you for your personal information. In this episode, Esther shares the top job scams and fake job offers.
Esther wants you to know that shifting from a traditional job to a remote job requires the right mindset. Since only a small percentage of people work from anywhere, it can be difficult to imagine yourself as a remote worker too! On top of that, online job postings are intimidating with their long list of requirements. Don’t give up so easily and follow the guidelines in the episode.
Don’t spend years looking for online jobs! We all know how easy it is to get lost on the online job boards, spending hours applying, then never hearing back. Ditch that strategy! In this episode, Esther shares her top three tips to help you find your online job.