Virtually Free with Ashlee

Starting your VA business and feeling a little all over the place? In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common mistakes I see new VAs make — and how to avoid them so you can grow with confidence (and clients!).
In this episode, I cover:
✔️ The biggest mindset trap holding you back from starting
✔️ Why undercharging doesn’t just hurt your income, but your confidence
✔️ What to focus on instead of perfection
✔️ The unnecessary tech setups that waste your time
✔️ My honest advice for getting out of your own way
✨ If you’re ready to set up your VA business the right way — without the overwhelm, our FREE Startup VA Challenge is going live very soon (I got a little excited in this weeks ep ;)
Over 3 huge days, we’ll walk through what to offer, how to find clients, and how to launch your business with confidence. Stay tuned for those details, in the meantime you can download our FREE VA Starter Kit for a taster.
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See you next week
Ash

Feeling under-qualified? In this episode, I’m walking you through the exact skills Aussie business owners are hiring for — and how you probably already have them.
In this episode, I cover:
The mindset shift you need around “being skilled enough”
The top 10 tasks clients are paying VAs to do right now
Real client stories from women just like you who got hired
FAQs around qualifications, pricing, tech, and what to offer
How to start from where you are — even if you’re doubting yourself.

👉 Thinking this might be your next step? Come to my Free VA Info Session in January — where we unpack what a VA does, what’s in demand, and how to start from scratch.
Register here https://ashleethomas.com.au/becomingava-337220
Connect with Ashlee:
● Instagram: ashleethomas.vacoach
● Website: www.ashleethomas.com.au
● Join the community: Startup Virtual Assistants Australia

More about Virtually Free with Ashlee
Virtually Free is the go-to podcast for virtual assistants, online service providers, and digital entrepreneurs who want to build profitable, flexible businesses that support their lives—not consume them.
Hosted by VA coach and business mentor Ashlee Thomas, each episode is filled with real talk, practical strategies, and mindset shifts to help you scale sustainably, ditch the hustle mentality, and grow with ease.
New episodes released weekly. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts!

What even is a Virtual Assistant — and could this actually be your next career move? In this episode, I’m going back to basics to explain exactly what a VA does and how you can start without perfection OR the perfect experience.
In this episode, I cover:
What a VA actually does (and all the tasks that fall under it)
The reality of local vs offshore VAs and why being Aussie is your edge
My first client story
Who this path is perfect for — and who it’s not
Invite to join our FREE info session.

👉 Thinking this might be your next step? Come to my Free VA Info Session in January — where we unpack what a VA does, what’s in demand, and how to start from scratch.
Register here
Connect with Ashlee:
● Instagram: ashleethomas.vacoach
● Website: www.ashleethomas.com.au
● Join the community: Startup Virtual Assistants Australia

More about Virtually Free with Ashlee
Virtually Free is the go-to podcast for virtual assistants, online service providers, and digital entrepreneurs who want to build profitable, flexible businesses that support their lives—not consume them.
Hosted by VA coach and business mentor Ashlee Thomas, each episode is filled with real talk, practical strategies, and mindset shifts to help you scale sustainably, ditch the hustle mentality, and grow with ease.
New episodes released weekly. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts!

2025, what a year. From personal breakdowns to big breakthroughs in business, I'm reflecting on the highs, the hard moments, and what’s next for me, my business, and this community in 2026.
In this episode, I cover:
A raw look at my personal life this year and becoming a single parent
Business wins (and flops), including our worst launch to date
Launching the Virtually Free podcast + 3.5K downloads since April!
The growth of VA Mastery + the Mastermind
Big shifts for 2026: new platforms, updated offers, rebranding elements
My personal priorities for the year ahead.

Want personalised and group support to start or scale your VA business in 2026?
Learn more about VA Mastery here
Learn more about VA Expansion Mastermind here

Connect with Ashlee:
● Instagram: ashleethomas.vacoach
● Website: www.ashleethomas.com.au
● Join the community: Startup Virtual Assistants Australia

More about Virtually Free with Ashlee
Virtually Free is the go-to podcast for virtual assistants, online service providers, and digital entrepreneurs who want to build profitable, flexible businesses that support their lives—not consume them.
Hosted by VA coach and business mentor Ashlee Thomas, each episode is filled with real talk, practical strategies, and mindset shifts to help you scale sustainably, ditch the hustle mentality, and grow with ease.
New episodes released weekly. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts!

I'm breaking down what will actually get you booked out as a VA in 2026 and it’s not about working harder or doing more. We’re diving into the real shifts in the VA industry and how to position yourself powerfully this year as a recap from my most recent workshop.
In this episode, I cover:
Why “being good at admin” won’t cut it in 2026
The power of magnetic messaging and how to craft yours
Niching and how to stand out without boxing yourself in
The rise of hybrid business models and what they can look like for you
Why trust is the new currency and how to build authority through your content
What's actually working to attract clients (hint: it’s not just IG)

Want personalised and group support to start or scale your VA business in 2026?
Learn more about VA Mastery here
Learn more about VA Expansion Mastermind here

Connect with Ashlee:
● Instagram: ashleethomas.vacoach
● Website: www.ashleethomas.com.au
● Join the community: Startup Virtual Assistants Australia

More about Virtually Free with Ashlee
Virtually Free is the go-to podcast for virtual assistants, online service providers, and digital entrepreneurs who want to build profitable, flexible businesses that support their lives—not consume them.
Hosted by VA coach and business mentor Ashlee Thomas, each episode is filled with real talk, practical strategies, and mindset shifts to help you scale sustainably, ditch the hustle mentality, and grow with ease.
New episodes released weekly. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts!