Hi Reader,Have you ever read a book that just hits you right when you need it? Like it was written just for you? Well, for me, that book was She Means Business by Carrie Green, founder of the Female Entrepreneur Association. There were so many golden nuggets in this book, but I thought I'd share three of the lessons that truly transformed my mindset and, in turn, my business. 1. The power of belief Carrie talks a lot about believing in yourself first, even when the results aren't there yet....
8 days ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader,Would you be offended if someone described your business as boring?I think a few years ago I probably would have been.But eight years into running my business, I've started to think that a little bit of boring might actually be something to aim for. Predictable income. Reliable systems. Consistent marketing. Clients who know exactly what to expect. A team who understands how things work. It might not make for the most exciting Instagram post, but it does make for a business that...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, The August edition of the Espresso AI newsletter lands on Thursday and I thought I'd give you a sneak preview of what subscribers will receive. This month’s issue covers: ☕ Has ChatGPT Work caught up with Claude Cowork? Martha put them head-to-head. ☕ Is Microsoft Copilot worth paying for? Martha takes a look and shares her verdict. ☕ AI agents are becoming part of everyday work. Find out what that actually means for Virtual Assistants, plus a few scheduled tasks you can start...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader,In last week's episode of The Visionary VA podcast I shared 8 lessons that I wish I'd known sooner when starting my VA business. Today, as a follow up on that, I want to share something that has completely transformed my business and my mindset.Investing in coaching and personal development. If you've ever thought "I can figure this out on my own", or "coaching is a luxury I can't afford", I totally get it and, at times, I've felt the same way. But looking back, I can confidently...
22 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader,It's been one of those weeks where lots has been happening behind the scenes.I've been deep in a full rewrite of the website for my VA business, which has been a brilliant opportunity to step back and really think about how I communicate what we do, who we help and where we're heading. It's amazing how much clarity you can gain by forcing yourself to put your thoughts into words!I've also been recording and planning future episodes of The Visionary VA Podcast, which is always one...
28 days ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader,Today officially marks eight years since I started my VA business, Virtually Priceless, and honestly, I'm not quite sure where that time has gone. If you'd told me back then what the next eight years would hold, I probably wouldn't have believed you. It's been an incredible rollercoaster. There have been moments where I've wondered if I was completely mad, alongside moments where I've felt unbelievably proud of what I've built. There have been amazing clients, awards, speaking...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader,It’s been another busy week here at VAHB HQ. I’ve just finalised a project plan for something we’re working on for September, and I am BUZZING with excitement! Can’t wait to share more about this next month so keep your eyes peeled for updates coming soon… 👀 I also attended my first Goldman Sachs 10KSB alumni event at The Serpentine in London and it was fantastic. One of the speakers even gave me a personal shout out and told the entire audience she couldn’t wait to work with my...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader,Can you believe it’s July already? That means we’re officially halfway through 2026, making this the perfect time to pause, reflect on how far you’ve come and decide where your focus should be for the second half of the year.As business owners, we're often so busy chasing the next client, the next project or the next milestone that we rarely stop to acknowledge what we've already achieved. Yet taking stock is one of the most valuable things you can do.So, before you dive into the...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Helloo!If you’re in the UK (or anywhere in Europe in fact), I hope you’ve survived this week’s heatwave. My coping methods have included the fan being on when at my desk, keeping the blinds closed and plenty of ice-pops throughout the day! 🥶 Anyway, back to business. With another change of Prime Minster on the horizon in the UK, you might be wondering what this means for your business. Right now, it’s probably not very much. Whenever there’s political or economic uncertainty, it’s easy to...
2 months ago • 2 min read