Becoming Virtually Free: A podcast for virtual assistants, consultants and freelancers
By Amy Demone
Amy is a freelancer turned, virtual assistant turned marketing operations consultant, as well mentor to other individuals looking to refine their career in an up and coming industry.
Becoming Virtually Free: A podcast for virtual assistants, consultants and freelancersMar 22, 2019
From Coach to Virtual Assistant with Michele Marie Liddle
It takes time to discover what you actually born to do. The journey takes time. Most people move from virtual assistant coach, but after building her successful coaching business, she realized she preferred to offer one for you services. Today on the podcast I talk with Michele Marie Liddle, who had enjoyed building a successful coaching business only to switch gears and build a successful virtual assistant business as well!
It takes time to discover what you actually want to do/are born to do.
Putting YOU First with Ariel Zimmerlein Beauchamp
In this episode of Becoming Virtually free, Ariel Zimmerlein Beauchamp and I talk about the experiences that have brought us to where we are today, and how we can use those moments to grow our business in integrity. This episode is focused around well being, and the importance of putting yourself first in your business - mind, body, and soul. We talk about how environments affect us, and the importance of tailoring your environment for your success. This is an excellent mindset episode as well.
Offering Facebook Ads as a Virtual Assistant Service with Rebecca Thatcher
When Virtual Assistants learn higher-end skills, not only does that instantly increase your value as a business, but it shows to your client (and the world) that you're ready to take your business to the next level. In this episode, Rebecca Thatcher and Amy sit down to talk about her journey by offering these services in her business, and how she has grown by niching down.
We also talk about the future of Facebook and Instagram Ads, and what marketers need to be conscious of when creating new Facebook Ads for their business.
Click here for the show notes -> https://amydemone.com/rebecca-thatcher
Ready to get started as a Virtual Assistant? Make sure you have these 21 KEY steps down before you start to scale your Virtual Assistant business -> http://bit.ly/virtual-assistant-21-steps
Lastly, want to be apart of a virtual assistant community where you can learn the latest marketing trends and connect with like-minded virtual assistants? Join us here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
Addiction, Recovery and Entrepreneurship with Andrew Lassise
An honest conversation between two entrepreneurs and former addicts and their connection of god. Nope, not even slightly joking. This conversation is a great mental health episode that highlights the journey of Andrew Lassise through alcoholism to sobriety to building a multi-million dollar business before 35.
Click here for the show notes -> https://amydemone.com/andrew-lassise
Ready to get started as a Virtual Assistant? Make sure you have these 21 KEY steps down before you start to scale your Virtual Assistant business -> http://bit.ly/virtual-assistant-21-steps
Lastly, want to be apart of a virtual assistant community where you can learn the latest marketing trends and connect with like-minded virtual assistants? Join us here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
How to Create Your Launch Plan with Amy Demone
This is all for my LAUNCHERS out there. If you are looking for insight into how to create a powerful launch strategy, this episode is for you. Regardless if you are a virtual assistant or coach, knowing how to form a solid launch plan will help bring even more value to your business. Let me know what you think by reach out to be on Instagram http://instagram.com/amy.demone/
Becoming a Member of the 5am Club with Amy Demone
Have you heard about Robin Sharma's 5 am Club? I hadn't either. I always wanted to be a morning person, so two years ago I started my journey and now? I wake up at 5 am regularly. In this episode I share my tips and tricks (and struggles), and what it really takes to become a morning person, and that YES it really is as good as they tell you it will be.
The Only Way to Make Money with Matthew Kent
Everyone dreams of making money online, and believe me, there are 1000 ways to make money online. However, Matthew Kent has a different outlook on this topic, as he believes there is only one way to make money. In this episode, Matthew and Amy talk about how to figure out just what to do to make money so that you can live life on your own terms.
Click here for the show notes -> https://amydemone.com/matthew-kent
Ready to get started as a Virtual Assistant? Make sure you have these 21 KEY steps down before you start to scale your Virtual Assistant business -> http://bit.ly/virtual-assistant-21-steps
Lastly, want to be apart of a virtual assistant community where you can learn the latest marketing trends and connect with like-minded virtual assistants? Join us here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
How Self Care Changed My Life with Amy Demone
Running a business is not an easy feat, and as virtual assistants and freelancers, you're getting paid to run multiple businesses at the same time. Believe me, when I say this, this whole entrepreneur life can be hella hard, you can get VERY anxious, and if you're not careful, you can experience some pretty intense isolation. I talk from experience. By including self-care into your DAILY routine, you are going to be coming to your word much more grounded and ready to focus and make BIG things happen.
Self-care will change your life if you allow it.
A great way to incorporate self-care into your work is by creating a welcome packet for your clients. This will allow you to establish boundaries and expectations with your clients. Sign up for your step by step welcome packet guide here - > http://bit.ly/bvf-wp
Lastly, want to be apart of a virtual assistant community where you can learn the latest marketing trends and connect with like-minded virtual assistants? Join us here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
How Mindfulness Helps Mental Health with Basil Park
In this episode of Becoming Virtually Free, Amy and Basil Park sit down and talk about how mindfulness helps mental health. We'll touch on depression and anxiety and how these issues have shown up in our lives. Lastly, we'll cover how practicing mindfulness, and thus, the practice of gratitude, we can train our brain to live a healthier, and ultimately happier, life.
Show notes here: https://amydemone.com/basil-park
The Secret to Improving Your Public Speaking Skills with Amy Demone
Regardless if you have dreams of becoming a famous YouTuber or you want to be known for Omni dimensional marketing - public speaking is going to be a core player in the game. In this episode, I share the secret to improving your public speaking skills and how it's not actually found online.
Want to be apart of a virtual assistant community where you can learn the latest marketing trends and connect with like-minded virtual assistants? Join us here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset with Catalina Patane
Based on Dweck's work, Catalina Patane and Amy Demone talk about what it's been like for the two of them growing up with elements of both a fixed mindset and a growth mindset. This is also one of the very core principles to learn about when beginning your business because if you're someone who has grown up with a fixed mindset, this business-building thing is going to be a heck lot harder. Listen to this episode to feel inspired to make some serious changes to your mindset (and life).
Click here for the show notes -> https://amydemone.com/catalina-patane
Ready to get started as a Virtual Assistant? Make sure you have these 21 KEY steps down before you start to scale your Virtual Assistant business -> http://bit.ly/virtual-assistant-21-steps
Lastly, want to be apart of a virtual assistant community where you can learn the latest marketing trends and connect with like-minded virtual assistants? Join us here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
Why Rebranding is Important with Amy Demone
Following Your Purpose When Making Choices with Brian Canavan
We often make choices in our everyday life based on fear. It's time to stop that! In this interview with Brian Canavan, you'll learn to pay attention to stress as a sign of alignment, and how that best way to truly understand what you should do, is to listen to your intuition. We'll also over how Brian has grown a successful business in Scotland - an area where coaching isn't as wildly accepted.
Click here for the show notes -> https://amydemone.com/brian-canavan
Ready to get started as a Virtual Assistant? Make sure you have these 21 KEY steps down before you start to scale your Virtual Assistant business -> http://bit.ly/virtual-assistant-21-steps
Lastly, want to be apart of a virtual assistant community where you can learn the latest marketing trends and connect with like-minded virtual assistants? Join us here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
Best Practices for Instagram Stories with Jess Gutman
Growing your Instagram account with Instagram's favorite feature - Instagram Stories. By creating a plan of action for your Instagram account, and your stories, you'll be able to stand out from your marketing and attract the RIGHT type of audience. Knoxville Native, Jess Gutman and Amy sit down and discuss everyone's favorite app - Instagram, and what are the best practices for Instagram stories.
Interested in learning more about Jess? Click here -> https://www.amydemone.com/best-practices-for-instagram-stories-jess-gutman/
Ready to get started as a Virtual Assistant? Make sure you have these 21 KEY steps down before you start to scale your Virtual Assistant business -> http://bit.ly/virtual-assistant-21-steps
Lastly, want to be apart of a virtual assistant community where you can learn the latest marketing trends and connect with like-minded virtual assistants? Join us here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
Why Virtual Assistants Need to Niche Down with Adrienna McDermott
The secret every virtual assistant and consultant knows that in order to have a success online business, you need to niche down. Adrienna and Amy share their experiences with their niches, and how they've been able to become experts and thrive in the virtual assistant industry. This episode is for you if you are (and have been) struggling to get clients for a long time.
Show notes here: https://www.amydemone.com/adrienna-mcdermott
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Are you a virtual assistant, consultant or freelancer looking to get started? Join my community where I hold live coaching every Friday, all you have to do is show up. Sign up here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
How to Stop Holding Yourself Back with Colton Trout
This week on the podcast we are going to cover exactly what you need to do in order to make an effective and long-standing change in your business and your life. I sit down with Colton Trout to talk about what he does as a Change management business coach. This episode is for you if you need that kick in the pants to FINALLY go all in.
Show notes here: https://www.amydemone.com/colton-trout
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Are you a virtual assistant, consultant or freelancer looking to get started? Join my community where I hold live coaching every Friday, all you have to do is show up. Sign up here -> http://bit.ly/podcast-fb-vf
How to Grow a Successful Virtual Assistant Business with Drew DuBoff
This week on the podcast I talk with young entrepreneur Drew DuBoff about his virtual assistant business and what he’s done to go from a college student, to part-time to a full-time virtual assistant in just 1.5 years.
Check out the show notes here: https://www.amydemone.com/e51-drew-duboff/
Productivity, Procrastination + Holding Back with Alyssa Coleman
In this beautifully balanced episode of mindset and strategy, Amy talks with productivity specialist Alyssa Coleman on what it truly means to be productive and how to accomplish this next level of success. This episode has been one of Amy's favorite episodes to record to date. You DON'T want to miss this one.
How to stop Asking Yourself "Am I Doing This Right?!" with Amy Hayes
Amy squared sit down and talk about what it's really like to "do it right". Sometimes it's better to shut out the noise and listen to yourself than to fight through the sea of information out there because the truth is - one blueprint that works for 1 or 100, or 15,000 people may NOT work for you. This episode is for you if you are stuck in a perpetual state of "I'm confused and overwhelmed - I must not be doing this right" thinking.
Lessons I've Learned from my Failed Launch with Amy Demone
In June 2019, I had a failed launch - and did it suck. In this episode, I talk about what went wrong, and where I could improve and what I learned from this experience.
Selling in Harmony with Betsy Milne and Laura Milne
In this episode, Betsy and Laura Milne (and they aren't even related!) talk about the wildly successful business that they've grown together in just over a year and how they did this by being true to themselves and being in harmony. This episode is perfect for all entrepreneurs new or experienced and delivers a powerful reminder that listening to our gut is the best thing we can do for the success of our business.
Entrepreneur Spotlight with Maria Mustapha
On this episode of the Virtually Free™ Podcast, Amy and Maria sit down and chat about the long journey of trial and error Maria has been on when it comes to figuring out exactly what she loves to do. This episode is a wonderful example of what it means to pivot in someone's business. This episode is for you if you're a new virtual assistant or you're looking to looking to change up your business a bit.
E45: The Insider's Scoop on What It's Really Like to Start a Virtual Assistant Type Business with Amy Miller
Amy Miller was Amy Dee's very first paying client. The two sit down to talk about what the beginning stages of her business looked like, and what she needed to do to scale. In this episode, you'll learn what it's really like to start a virtual assistant business.
How to Get Hired as a Virtual Assistant with Nathan Hirsch
On this episode on the Virtually Free™ Podcast, learn what employers and virtual assistant agencies are looking for when they hire. This episode is perfect if you're looking on perfecting your skill set and getting more clients. Amy will chat with Nathan Hirsch from FreeeUp.com about what it takes to make it as a virtual assistant and online service provider on his platform.
What Are Your Brand Foundations with Shana Dewitt
As a firm believer in getting the foundations down before you scale your business, Amy and Shana talk about what key aspects of your brand you need to nail. In this episode, you'll learn what it takes to make sure your brand stays consistent and attracts the right people.
Why You Need to Add YouTube to Your Content Calendar with Gwendolyn Gay
Starting to think YouTube may be a waste of time? Looking for motivation to FINALLY start that channel? Tune into this week's episode of the Virtually Free™ Podcast with Gwendolyn Gay. Amy and Gwen talk about all of the advantages of starting a YouTube channel, and how this SEARCHABLE platform will help you market yourself to a massive cold audience.
How to Cultivate Empathy with Carrie Grace
Check out this episode on the POWER OF EMPATHY! With the internet and modern job market, much of the way we interact with others has gotten way less personal over the years. Remembering to act with empathy can be extremely important for your success in biz and your success in life and empathy along with communication can be what sets you apart in your business with not only your clients but also your team!
Imposter Syndrome with Sarah DeGeorge
Experiencing doubt that you BELONG in your business or succumbing to any self-sabotaging behaviors? This is called Imposter Syndrome and this episode will help you recognize what that is, asses it, calm your mind, and tell you how to overcome it successfully, so that you can stay focused on ALL the important things in your biz!
How to (Smartly) Price Your Services with Meg Wheeler
On this episode of the Virtually Free™ Podcast, Amy and Meg talk about the mathematics behind pricing your services. Okay, actually Meg talks and I just sound fascinated (math and numbers is NOT my thing). In this episode, I learn SO much from Meg, that I can only imagine how much you can take from this. She's a wiz when it comes to numbers, and she breaks it down for us in an easy and manageable way.
How to Improve your Pinterest Strategy with Jenny Suneson
This actionable episode with Jenny Suneson is perfect for VAs and Online Service Providers wanting to add Pinterest as a service, as well for anyone out there solopreneuring it. Jenny breaks it down in steps, so you can make sure you're getting the most out of your Pinterest marketing.
Client Management with Jenna Graziani
When it comes to client management and communication, setting boundaries and setting realistic expectations are huge. In this episode, Jenna and Amy talk about the importance of setting boundaries and expectations from the very beginning of the client relationship. Listen to this episode if you struggle with client management and hear about different ways you can be proactive to assure both you and your clients have an amazing experience.
How to Deal with Nightmare Clients with Liz Theresa
This episode is for each and every one of you out there that have had the worst clients! But when you have a way to effectively manage the mess, it makes your life a heck of a lot easier. This is a real talk episode ladies and gents, I hope you enjoy!
Stop Self Sabotage with Lana Dingwall
On this episode of the Virtually Free Podcast, Lana and Amy chat up a storm about what it means when you self-sabotage. Listen to this episode for clarity on how to become aware of exactly what it is that happens when you self-sabotage and how to stop it. This interview with Lana and Amy ended up turning into a coaching call for each and every self-saboteur out there. Lana lets us in on her secrets on how to stop getting in the way of running a successful business.
Defining Hard Work and Hustle with Kate Ziegler
This is the episode to watch if you really want to wrap your head around what hard work and hustle looks like in your business and your life! Kate and Amy talk about getting a grasp on seeing the bigger picture and setting up your biz so you can easily pivot and ebb and flow when and where life needs. There's more than one way to get to where you need to go. This episode is for everyone!
Cannabis and Online Business with Cyrena Parrouty
ATTENTION: THIS A JUDGEMENT FREE ZONE
Look, friends, I completely understand that cannabis can be considered the devil's lettuce. I 100% respect each and everyone one of you out there who chose not to use it, and that's OK. This episode was made because a lot of people out there are suffering from chronic health issues and both Cyrena and I know that cannabis can help. I ask you, please be open to what this episode covers, or just don't listen. Thank you :)
And now back to our regular programming...
HAPPY 420 FRIENDS. Well.. almost.
With 420 just around the corner, and as someone who holds a medicinal marijuana (cannabis) card (even though it's legal now in Canada), I have been dreaming about being able to talk about this, openly, for QUITE some time. All I needed was to find someone open to it, on air, and that wanted to speak to me. And then the universe throws me a bone! After some internet stalking (that I'm proud of) I found out Cyrena - who just so happened to be a former teammate, is getting up to some pretty powerful stuff in the cannabis industry.
Cyrena and I talk openly and honestly about the role cannabis has played in our lives. This episode is for you if you're looking for an alternative path to mental health and pain management. And you'll learn how both Cyrena and I use cannabis in our businesses.
The Courage Habit with Kate Swoboda
Kate and Amy talk about what it means to have courage in online business. In this episode, Kate shares actionable ways for you to see where fear has become a habit in your life and how to easily break down those limiting habits to create courageous habits/beliefs and unleash your entrepreneurial potential.
Client Happiness with Denise Casagrande
This is a great episode for anyone working as the head of a team. It's important that you inspire your team to achieve great results. Denise shares her experience of her client relationship skills as well.
Execute in 30 Days with Shelly Berman-Rubera
Ready to kick your business into hyper speed? Amy and Shelly talk about how to break down your next month to get shit done in your biz. Listen to this if you need some motivation AND actionable steps.
The Importance of Knowing Your WHY with Amy Demone
Chasing the money isn't enough, it's time to get clear on what it is you want from this life. Listen to this if you're feeling uninspired in your business, have experienced a set back recently, or are about to quit. I promise you, you won't regret it.
Health + Entrepreneurship with Tessie Tracy
If you're a virtual assistant or done for you service provider that has been in hustle mode and you're looking to figure out how to fit a health and wellness routine into your hectic schedule. Don't wait, listen to this episode now!
Get Into Action! with Sara Wiles
Amy and Sara talk about what it takes to scale your business to where you want. The key? Get into action. This episode is perfect for anyone in the online biz world. If you need a little kick in the butt, this is it!
Entrepreneur Spotlight with Temitope Bamidele
On today's Entrepreneur Spotlight episode, Amy talks with Temitope and her Virtual Assistant career. They talk struggles, wins and what it's like to run a VA business over the pond in Nigeria!
Anxiety + Online Biz in 2019 with Dia Darling
This episode focuses on mental health in online business in 2019. If you're struggling to find your footing in the online biz world, this is the episode for you.
Power In the Pivot with Jenna Faye
On this episode, Amy and Jenna talk about the idea of failure in online business, and how to regroup after failure for when it (inevitably) happens.
Trello Like A Boss with Sarah Hayes
On this episode, Amy and Sarah nerd out hard over Sarah's new course - Trello Like A Boss and talk about all the potential Trello has to transform the organizational structure of your business. Not sponsored, pinky promise.
Understanding Confidence with Amy Demone (me!)
On Episode 22 of the Virtually Free™ Podcast, I talk about where fear stems from and how to important it is to act with confidence in today's biz age. Remember, you've got this 💪🏽
Location Independence with Sol Spier
Today on Virtually Free, Amy and Sol talk about what it's really like to live a location independent lifestyle. And not just like how Instagram makes you look. Sol has a following of over 40k and has been flown to countries like Thailand for assignments. Learn what it's REALLY like to be an influencer in 2019.
Mastering E-Commerce with Holly LaRochelle
This episode is for you if you've been looking to jump into, or already have an E-commerce aspect to your business, or your client's business. Holly shares her knowledge through first hand experience in the online E-commerce scene. Learn what platform is for you.
Soulful Sales with Jill Galano
Jill Galano is a soulful entrepreneur who has a huge passion for sales! She serves multi 6 and 7 figure heart-centered entrepreneurs helping them Add MORE soul to their business including their entire sales process and systems which results in MORE sales ...done soulfully.
New Year, Who Dis?
The Virtually Free ™ Podcast is BACK! And 2019 is gearing up to be something fantastic. I can't wait to share with you my revelations from the last few months, and where we're both headed in the years to come.