Desire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and Introverts
The Desire to Done podcast, hosted by Virtual Assistant Mentor and introvert Billie Gardner, is a series of short episodes packed with practical advice on topics relevant to VAs and introverts. From time management strategies to confidence-building techniques, each episode offers valuable insights that can help listeners achieve their goals. Whether you're a Virtual Assistant looking to grow your business or an introvert navigating the world of networking, this podcast is the perfect tool to help you turn your desires into accomplishments.
Episodes
48 episodes
Taking a Break - End of Season 1
Today, I wanted to share some news that I decided to take a break from podcasting for a little bit. I realized that I needed some time to recharge and to get reinspired.Mentioned in the Episode:Subscribe to My Week...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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2:08
My Favorite Personality Tests for Introverted Virtual Assistants
Building a business as an introvert can be confusing and overwhelming. Most business and marketing advice out there is based on extroverted personalities and can cause introverts to shut down and simply remain small.But introverts can t...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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7:06
Business Boundaries for Introverted Virtual Assistants
Business boundaries are important for running your business smoothly, reserving your energy, reducing anxiety and stress, and mental health.Plus, they help you develop harmonious working relationships with your clients.If you don’...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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10:12
10 Website Mistakes Virtual Assistants Make and How to Fix Them
Your website is a powerful marketing tool that will help you find clients and make money. Done right, potential clients will want to learn more about your services. Done wrong, you risk your ideal client clicking away from your site, never to b...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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7:52
Dealing With Imposter Syndrome as a Virtual Assistant
I hear a lot of VAs talk about having imposter syndrome. They feel like they don’t know what they’re doing, that their skills aren’t good enough to charge money, or that they need to be an expert to help clients.It's a crippling feeling...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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8:07
My Top 10 Podcast Episodes of 2022
Today’s episode is a round-up of my most popular podcast episodes of 2022. As I announce the winning episodes, I’ll also give behind-the-scenes tidbits about myself or the topic. Top 10 episodes playlist on YouTube >>...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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9:21
Introvert VA Club: Roundup of New Content Released in 2022
Today’s episode is a little different from my normal ones. Instead of sharing VA tips, I’ll be reviewing my membership, the Introvert VA Club. I’ll be going through everything we added in 2022 and giving a sneak peek at what’s coming right away...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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9:45
How to Name Your Virtual Assistant Business
Creating a name for your Virtual Assistant business can be a challenge. First, you need to find a name you like. Then you need to make sure nobody else has the same name. And if so, you have to find another one.I know from experience th...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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6:29
The Best Planners to Help You Reach Your Business Goals
People who write out their goals are more likely to achieve them. But guess what? Writing them down is NOT enough!You have to take consistent action in order to reach them. My favorite tool to do this is a planner.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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8:52
31 Things To Do When Business is Slow
Your Virtual Assistant business can slow down for many different reasons. Perhaps a client leaves, and you haven’t found one to replace them yet. Or maybe your clients have cut back on hours temporarily because of the season or some other situa...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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10:50
Virtual Assistant Service Idea: Email Management
Most business owners are overwhelmed by the number of emails they receive on a daily basis and could use help organizing and managing their inboxes.In today's episode, I cover what's involved in creating an email management service. Whe...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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4:45
What’s Involved in Creating a Podcast?
I can’t believe it, but my podcast is about to celebrate its 1st anniversary! It’s weird, I never thought I’d have a podcast, but one day I decided I wanted to try it out. In today’s episode, I thought it would be fun to share a beh...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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6:27
10 Ways To Reduce Stress And Feel Happier Right Now!
Stress is no fun!Not only does it make us feel like crap, but it can also affect our health, relationships, productivity, life, work…everything!Add starting a business, kids, pets, and everything else, and we’re feeling qu...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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8:42
When to Invoice Your Virtual Assistant Clients
When should you invoice a client? Before working with them or after? If you send your bill before you do the work, will it have a negative impact on your relationship? If you ask them to pay after you complete their work, wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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5:06
Networking Tips for Introverted Virtual Assistants
If the word 'networking' sends chills down your spine, you're not alone! It tends to conjure up thoughts of people standing around in suits and dresses in a stuffy room, shuffling out business cards, and making boring and awkward business talk....
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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4:24
How I Went From a Job To Becoming A Full-Time Virtual Assistant
In today’s episode, I’m sharing the story of how I went from working at a day job to being a full-time Virtual Assistant. I’ll also share the important steps I took to make the leap as quickly as possible. Mentioned in this ep...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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8:09
Choose the Best Website Platform for Your Virtual Assistant Business
There are lots of options when it comes to website platforms. So many it can be overwhelming to decide which one is best for you and your Virtual Assistant business! In today's episode, I cover a few of my favorite website builders and the pros...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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7:23
Branding Tips for Virtual Assistants
Branding is an important aspect of your Virtual Assistant Business. It's your business’s first impression – you must grab someone’s attention within a few seconds of them landing on your website or social media platform, or they’ll just click a...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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9:00
Get More Done by Hiring a Virtual Assistant
If you're struggling with staying on top of your business tasks...this episode is for you! If you're a Virtual Assistant...this episode is for you too!Mentioned in the episode:What SOPs are and how to make them:
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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7:17
Business Burnout - How to Prevent and Recover From it
One moment you feel on top of the world and the next you can't even drag yourself out of bed. You no longer enjoy doing the things you like to do and your motivation is completely zapped. This, my friend, is what burnout is like.I am no...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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10:47
Q & A #3: Building a 10K a Month Business
In today's episode, I answer the following question from a new Virtual Assistant:"I want to build a 4-figure a month business within six months' time. I eventually want to have a 10k a month business. How do I do this?"...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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5:49
Client Organization Tips for Your Virtual Assistant Business
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a few of my favorite tips and programs for organizing client tasks and ensuring work gets done!Mentioned in today's episode:Episode on processes:
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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6:32
Passive Income Ideas for Virtual Assistants
Passive income products allow you to make money while you sleep. Sounds pretty good, huh?And guess what! You can create these products anytime during your VA journey. In this episode, I’ll be covering different types of passi...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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6:29
Discovery Call Tips for Introverted Virtual Assistants
Does the thought of having discovery calls make you nervous? I have 9 tips to help calm your nerves!Mentioned in this episode:Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.com
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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5:00
Q & A for Virtual Assistants #2 - happy clients, how to succeed, making businesses accessible, finding clients, and where to learn new skills
In today's Q & A I cover how to make your clients happy, which personality type is most likely to succeed as a VA, a service idea for making businesses more accessible, finding clients without social media, and where to learn ...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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7:57