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Becoming Virtually Free: A podcast for virtual assistants, consultants and freelancers

Becoming Virtually Free: A podcast for virtual assistants, consultants and freelancers

By Amy Demone

This podcast is for you if you are a virtual assistant, consultant, or freelancer looking to thrive working online. Amy covers everything from mindset, niching, strategy and lessons learned. But best of all, Amy likes to share the tough stuff on all things life, entrepreneurship and mental health.Because it’s time we talk about the hard stuff and figure out what’s really holding us back.

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.
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Becoming Virtually Free: A podcast for virtual assistants, consultants and freelancersJul 10, 2018

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From Coach to Virtual Assistant with Michele Marie Liddle

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. 

Nov 25, 201935:33
 Putting YOU First with Ariel Zimmerlein Beauchamp

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.

Nov 18, 201932:18
Offering Facebook Ads as a Virtual Assistant Service with Rebecca Thatcher

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

Nov 11, 201927:22
Addiction, Recovery and Entrepreneurship with Andrew Lassise

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

Nov 04, 201943:39
How to Create Your Launch Plan with Amy Demone
Nov 01, 201913:49
Becoming a Member of the 5am Club with 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.

Oct 25, 201915:60
The Only Way to Make Money with Matthew Kent
Oct 21, 201944:56
How Self Care Changed My Life with Amy Demone
Oct 18, 201904:51
How Mindfulness Helps Mental Health with Basil Park
Oct 14, 201936:02
The Secret to Improving Your Public Speaking Skills with Amy Demone
Oct 11, 201905:55
Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset with Catalina Patane
Oct 07, 201929:39
Why Rebranding is Important with Amy Demone

Why Rebranding is Important with Amy Demone

Who doesn't love a good rebrand? As entrepreneurs, we are CONSTANTLY changing, upgrading and trying to be a better version of ourselves (I mean if we're doing this properly). That's why whenever I see a rebrand, I just KNOW that that specific individual has just gone through some pretty major shifts. And who doesn't love that! Your brand is important because it's another way to show your clients what your business is really about. In this episode, learn the reason behind why I rebranded my business and why, maybe it's time, for you to rebrand your business as well. 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
Oct 04, 201904:17
Following Your Purpose When Making Choices with Brian Canavan
Sep 27, 201925:59
Best Practices for Instagram Stories with Jess Gutman

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

Sep 20, 201925:39
Why Virtual Assistants Need to Niche Down with Adrienna McDermott

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

Sep 13, 201925:37
How to Stop Holding Yourself Back with Colton Trout
Sep 06, 201922:52
How to Grow a Successful Virtual Assistant Business with Drew DuBoff
Aug 23, 201933:01
Productivity, Procrastination + Holding Back with Alyssa Coleman

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.

Aug 16, 201943:04
How to stop Asking Yourself "Am I Doing This Right?!" with Amy Hayes

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.

Aug 09, 201926:53
Lessons I've Learned from my Failed Launch with Amy Demone

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. 

Aug 02, 201923:11
Selling in Harmony with Betsy Milne and Laura Milne

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.

Jul 26, 201942:20
Entrepreneur Spotlight with Maria Mustapha

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.

Jul 19, 201930:37
E45: The Insider's Scoop on What It's Really Like to Start a Virtual Assistant Type Business with Amy Miller

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.

Jul 12, 201932:01
How to Get Hired as a Virtual Assistant with Nathan Hirsch

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.

Jul 05, 201917:09
What Are Your Brand Foundations with Shana Dewitt

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.

Jun 28, 201921:01
Why You Need to Add YouTube to Your Content Calendar with Gwendolyn Gay

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. 

Jun 21, 201921:15
How to Cultivate Empathy with Carrie Grace

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!

Jun 14, 201922:50
Imposter Syndrome with Sarah DeGeorge

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!

Jun 07, 201921:03
How to (Smartly) Price Your Services with Meg Wheeler

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. 

May 31, 201946:36
How to Improve your Pinterest Strategy with Jenny Suneson

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.

May 24, 201927:12
Client Management with Jenna Graziani

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. 

May 17, 201928:13
How to Deal with Nightmare Clients with Liz Theresa

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!

May 10, 201935:13
Stop Self Sabotage with Lana Dingwall

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. 

May 03, 201922:07
Defining Hard Work and Hustle with Kate Ziegler

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! 

Apr 26, 201941:60
Cannabis and Online Business with Cyrena Parrouty

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.

Apr 19, 201921:47
The Courage Habit with Kate Swoboda

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. 

Apr 12, 201928:53
Client Happiness with Denise Casagrande

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. 

Apr 05, 201920:38
Execute in 30 Days with Shelly Berman-Rubera

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. 

Mar 29, 201926:54
The Importance of Knowing Your WHY with Amy Demone

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. 

Mar 22, 201908:04
Health + Entrepreneurship with Tessie Tracy

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! 

Mar 15, 201935:60
Get Into Action! with Sara Wiles

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! 

Mar 08, 201926:59
Entrepreneur Spotlight with Temitope Bamidele

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! 

Mar 01, 201914:17
Anxiety + Online Biz in 2019 with Dia Darling

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. 

Feb 22, 201932:15
Power In the Pivot with Jenna Faye

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.

Feb 14, 201939:47
Trello Like A Boss with Sarah Hayes

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.

Feb 14, 201935:28
Understanding Confidence with Amy Demone (me!)

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 💪🏽

Feb 13, 201909:03
Location Independence with Sol Spier

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.

Jan 31, 201924:08
Mastering E-Commerce with Holly LaRochelle

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.

Jan 31, 201917:46
Soulful Sales with Jill Galano

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.

Jan 10, 201923:56
New Year, Who Dis?

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.

Jan 01, 201915:21