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Rosie Shilo, owner of the Virtually Yours network, explores various aspects of business outsourcing from a Virtual Assistant and a Client perspective. Interviews with clients and VAs and exploring various questions around Outsourcing for business growth help you to make smarter decisions around building your team.
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Welcome to Talking Digital with Jenny De Lacy – your go-to podcast for no-nonsense marketing advice tailored for small businesses. Join Jenny, a seasoned marketing strategist, as she cuts through the fluff and delivers actionable insights straight from Australia's top experts. Whether you're looking to boost your online presence, master social media, or sharpen your messaging, this podcast is your ultimate guide to standing out and thriving in the digital space. Tune in for practical tips, r ...
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On this episode of Talking Digital, Jenny De Lacy chats with Rosie Shilo, founder of Virtually Yours, an advocate for the Australian VA industry. Rosie shares insights on the evolution of virtual assistants over the past 20 years and dispels common misconceptions about the role of VAs. From her matchmaking service for businesses to tips on how smal…
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In this 20 minute solo episode Jenny tackles the topic of how to build your personal brand by creating your 'North Star' core message statement then using it for a bazillion other things in your marketing. Marketing simplified! No more time wasting guesswork - let's get on with it. I've included examples, and a four step process to come up with you…
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On this episode of Talking Digital with Jenny De Lacy, I cut through the noise and get straight to the point with podcasting expert Lyndal Harris. We talk about why podcasts are still a powerhouse for small businesses in 2024, how to use them as a content machine, and why download numbers don’t tell the full story. If you're ready to learn how to m…
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In this episode of Talking Digital with Jenny De Lacy, Jenny sits down with Fiona Redding, founder of The Happiness Hunter, for a deep dive into goal setting and overcoming the mindset challenges that hold us back. They share no-nonsense advice on how to set clear, achievable goals, why we self-sabotage, and how to shift from "just surviving" to th…
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Natasha Stewart is the strategic powerhouse and mother of four at the helm of Business Jump; an online business that provides a platform for other mothers to jumpstart their dreams of running a profitable business from home. Nat regularly bares all with her tribe of a collective forty thousand mothers and business owners, sharing stories of not jus…
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Natalie does imperfection perfectly. Actually, no, she stuffs up imperfection imperfectly. Oh I'm confused! Put it this way, done is better than perfect is something Natalie encourages and I for one LOVE THAT. Natalie is energetic and a fast talking kiwi so hold onto your undies as I navigate embracing imperfection and how it can ease the pain of i…
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Hayley Robertson is a leader. She's not loud and boisterous like me (thank goodness) - she's thoughtful, fun and caring. And as a leader she has to step up and show up in business most days of the week. As an expert in marketing, Hayley connects with business woman to help them develop the skills, knowledge and resources they need to successfully m…
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What can I say about Kasia Bourke? Gloriously, delightful and beautiful in every way. I could talk to Kasia all damn day. She truly does sprinkle a little love everywhere she goes. Today I talked to Kasia about imposter syndrome and she's a fantastic person to talk to about this because not only is her business based on spirituality (which can be k…
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In this episode Rosie interviews Angela Henderson, small business coach. Angela is also an author, entrepreneur, small business owner, speaker, blogger, mental health clinician of 15 + years, but most importantly, mother to Finlee and Chloe. With Angela's unique background, her insights into Imposter Syndrome, how it presents and how to combat it a…
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How can Virtual Assistants provide Video Support to Clients? In this episode of the Outsourcing Mysteries Podcast, Rosie chats to the The Visibility Coach, Jenny De Lacy about using video in business, the services VAs can be providing to clients wanting to grow through video and also some of the elements of sharing your content that you may have no…
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Alana has a background in marketing and also finance. She is passionate about assisting small to medium businesses with increasing their digital exposure through using a proper social media strategy. When assisting clients with their social media strategy, Alana's goal is to ensure that they are acting in a way that is authentic and emphasis is alw…
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Amanda Blennerhassett is the Founder of Brand Savvy Consulting. She's a multi national award-winning brand, marketing and business growth strategist. Amanda has over 20 years' experience working with diverse organisations ranging from start ups to multi-billion dollar multinationals, including Heinz, Murray Goulburn, World Vision and Byron Bay Inte…
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We are all running businesses here - no matter the industry you are - we have a lot in common. Plenty of expenses and a need to invest in ourselves is something we all share. So why is that important to explore? How does understanding the business expenses of others affect you?Listen to find out.Watch video version at https://youtu.be/U8RxS-NeC80--…
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In business we have so many emotions and factors that drive us or slow us down from day to day or even minute to minute. Today I want to talk about a specific emotional driver - fear. Specifically, fear of failure. In this episode I explore how fear of failure has impacted my business journey and the steps you could take to reduce your fear and tak…
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Kylie Chown has helped businesses and professionals leverage their digital presence to impact their business and careers for more than 15 years. So who better to ask the Devil's advocate questions from someone who really struggles to be inspired by LinkedIn. In this podcast I ask Kylie: •How to deal with unsolicited emails •How to not be seen as th…
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Suz Chadwick is all about Playing Big and Branding Bold - she practices what she preaches and she's owning it!But what if you have fears around stepping up and playing big, branding bold?In this episode we explore the 5 mindset minefields that keep you playing small.**** Play Big and Branding Bold is about making the decision every day to stand up,…
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Lyndal Harris is THE Podcast VA. To me she is the absolute leader in the field and she has amazing skills and knowledge that allow her to guide business owners into the new waters of launching and running a podcast.In this episode we talk about why you'd want a podcast, and how you can be supported to create your very own. ABOUT LYNDAL Lyndal Harri…
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Rosie Shilo talks about copyright and what it really means when you use someone else's words.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/virtuallyyours/messagePor Rosie Shilo
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Are you new to business but not new to the skills you want to turn into services? Then here's my tip - stop holding yourself back! Stop seeing yourself as a newbie!You may be new to runnning a business but we want you to really OWN the skills you have mastered over the years.In this episode Rosie talks to Samantha Riley, the go-to authority for tur…
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Packages in service based businesses tend to be a lot easier for everyone compared to ongoing hourly rates - but what does this look like in reality for either side of the relationship? Rosie chats about the impact that is created when business owners want packages from service based businesses for all of their tasks.--- Send in a voice message: ht…
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In today's episode Kate Toon, of SEO and copywriting fame, chats to me about haters. Yep, haters. You know those people who are never going to like the way you work, the things you say, the way you brush your hair (or eyebrows) or the air you breathe. The ones who insist on letting you know exactly how they feel about you?So how do you deal with ha…
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Short and sweet, this episode is a useful reminder to those of you looking to bring a new virtual team member on board.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/virtuallyyours/messagePor Rosie Shilo
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In this podcast, Rosie Shilo chats with Derek Rowe about communication and his amazing model, Learn, Teach and Expore. Lots of laughs and lots of takeaways! You'll look at communication in a whole new light and love how much you have in your toolkit that you can already bring to the table. And as a lovely bonus, if you email Derek at admin@derekcon…
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Business Bookkeeping - not something we all do overly well! So in this podcast multiple business award winner, Leanne Woff from Virtual Infinity gives us 5 fantastic tips to make bookkeeping easier and more effective.We explore: •Software from the Start •Consistency •Record Keeping •Assumptions •Best Practicehttps://www.facebook.com/virtualinfinity…
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In today's podcast I talk to Rachel Allan who specializes in supporting business owners with their mindset and marketing. This fun, open and frank conversations explores:* Defining your success* Creating a flexible life & freedom business* Confidence, intuition Modern Marketing:* Savvy Research (understanding your business)* Dynamic strategy (Goals…
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The idea of outsourcing and getting help in your business can feel daunting, especially if you're not sure where to start when it comes to software. There are some basic programs available that can help make sharing files, communicating, project managing and leveraging much easier.In this short and sweet episode, I run through my favourite programs…
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Kate Martin runs her own online coaching business for PTs and understands that getting the right support is vital for success.In this session we explore: •How a client wants to feel before working with a VA •Avoiding overwhelm •What Aussie VAs bring to the table •Working with a team •Contractors versus staff •What to ask yourself before sourcing a …
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Ever wondered what people really mean when they are talking about mindset and business? Ever felt it was all too wishy-washy to you?Emily is all about how the brain works, the universe responds and what you can do to take control in life and business.In this episode I have a good laugh with Emily as we talk about what mindset even is, how to get yo…
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There are many things you could be doing in business that sabotage your chances of success. They may even make you appear less valuable to your audience. Today I chat about 9 things business owners do that make them appear less valuable. Do you do any of these?1. Offering too many services2. Spelling & Grammar3. No email signature details4. Begging…
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Ep 10: Hanna Finlay: The case of the silenced ringing phone Show notes: Phone calls are the worst part of business - until you learn how to silence them! In today's episode, Rosie chats to lovely Hanna Finlay of Off-Site Reception about her unique white label reception service and how she has taken her business to the level of employing onsite staf…
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In today's episode, 'The case of the leveraged lady', Rosie chats to the always smiling, super bubbly Renee Hasseldine. Renee, 'The Leveraged Queen', will reveal the four biggest mistakes people make in their business which stop them from being awesomely leveraged. In this podcast, Rosie chats to Renee about: · What does it mean to be 'leveraged an…
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Sonya Stattmann is an amazing business coach and mentor who's been owning her gig for over 20 decades. Working with women in service-based businesses, her superpower is helping you to rezone you efforts and reframe your thinking to achieve what you see as business success. So, settle in and get ready for 40 minutes of podcast goodness with the pass…
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If you're looking at ways to grow your VA business, you'll love this episode with Referral Marketing Guru, Michael Griffiths. Michael is the go-to guy for helping businesses generate more leads by leveraging and building relationships. His methods are far from 'yucky sucky', but practical and positive. In this podcast, Rosie chats to Michael about:…
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We all know that outsourcing is a smart move but there are some common fears around outsourcing that many of us get stuck in. Today Rosie chats with Anita Kilkenny from the Holistic VA about the 4 great fears of outsourcing: •Business Undies •Getting Started •Communication and •Pricing So come on in and have a listen to these 2 'old hats' chatting …
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If you shake in your shoes at the idea of talking to a prospects about working with you, this is the short and sweet podcast for you. In this podcast (which you can listen to in the shower, on the school run or while on a short walk) Rosie's explains the 7 steps to starting on the right foot with your new clients. In this podcast, Rosie reveals her…
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Are you a new Virtual Assistant? The first steps you need to take to start on the right foot.
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Ep 3: New VAs Show notes: Are you new to the Virtual Assistant world or thinking about becoming a VA? In this episode, Rosie chats about the best ways to set yourself up correctly from the start. With the industry becoming more and more popular, many new VAs don't realise how broad the industry can be, along with how tough running your own business…
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If you have one goal for your VA business, make it this - 'To become invaluable to your clients'. You want your clients to come to love you and realise you're the magic ingredient to their success. Forget the old cliché that behind every great man is an even greater woman...In today's business world it's 'behind every great business is an even grea…
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There are pros and cons to hiring onshore (Australia) and offshore when it comes to Virtual Assistants. Here we look at some of the benefits of hiring onshore that you may not have thought about before! Hiring a VA in Australia: Rosie Shilo, Virtually Yours As the VA Advocate, Rosie has supported Australian VAs for over 14 years. With the topic of …
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