When you’re a solo-operator working across multiple clients in different levels of support, taking time off requires a whole new level of navigation – regardless of the type of service you offer. In this episode Amber talks about the lessons she learnt when wanting to take time off for school holidays, and introduces a term called ‘RAP’ (Reduced Activity Period).

There’s also a hint of cheek and awkwardness that starts to come through as we are set challenges from fellow business owners, Leanne Woff from Audacious Empires, and Kym Bina from VPA Support. There are words we’re NOT allowed to say (and you hear the penalty: butt butt butt), and then there are terms we HAVE to say #totesawks

Welcome to the full level of us both embracing our authentic selves from here on!

In this episode we answer Sarah's question which was: "How do I build healthy habits around invoicing when struggling with mental health?" Sarah's question goes on to share that consistency and confidence can be affected when she gets burnt out or is going through a rocky mental health phase. It's a beautiful question and we thank Sarah for asking and sharing with us. We discuss our thoughts on this concern and touch on some of the factors we feel can impact invoice confidence and what we think might be able to help. Enjoy!

In this episode we answer a question from one of our awesome listeners, Amanda Primrose from Streamlined Organising who asked "what do you think about having a virtual assistant team to service your clients?"

Great question!

So we dig into the pros and cons of setting up a team in your VA business, exploring the realities of subcontractors and how they are often priced differently, the benefits to clients, the challenges as the team manager.

Enjoy!