How Building a Virtual Assistant Business Can Change Your Life
When I first started my virtual assistant business over a decade ago, I had no idea how much it would transform my life. Back then, I wasn’t thinking about going to Bali, luxury dinners, or being able to support my friends and family in ways I had only dreamed of. I was just looking for freedom from the 9-5 grind, a way to explore the world, and live life on my own terms.
Fast forward to today, and here I am—living in my van (by choice) and traveling North America. But what I gained from starting my VA business goes far beyond the ability to travel. It’s about the complete life transformation that has come with it, from deepening my relationships to creating memories I never thought possible. And I’m here to tell you: you can do it too.
Starting a Virtual Assistant Business Isn’t Just About Travel—It’s About Designing Your Life
When I first started my virtual assistant business, it wasn’t about making big bucks or traveling to exotic places like Bali. I just wanted to be free. I wanted to be able to live in a built-out, converted Sprinter van, travel across Canada and the U.S., and not be tied down to a desk. Back then, there weren’t many remote jobs. The idea of being a virtual assistant was pretty much unheard of, and those who were living nomadically weren’t making money online—they were trading work for food and lodging.
I wasn’t interested in that. I wanted to be able to support myself financially, but I also wanted the freedom to live life on my own terms. And that’s what building a virtual assistant business gave me.
I never thought, when I first started, that my business would change every single aspect of my life. It didn’t just give me the ability to travel—it gave me the freedom to make my own decisions, whether that’s treating my nieces to a surprise weekend trip or being able to spend time with friends when they need me most. My virtual assistant business wasn’t just a job—it was the key to designing a life I love.
The True Power of a Virtual Assistant Business: Freedom, Flexibility, and Choice
When you start a virtual assistant business, you’re not just starting another job—you’re gaining the freedom to make your own choices. You choose who to work with, how much to charge, and when to take time off. Want to raise your rates? You decide when it’s time. Need extra money for a trip? Take on an extra client or project. Want to take a week off to spend with family? You have the freedom to do that—and still get paid.
That’s the power of running a virtual assistant business—it puts you in control. You are no longer dependent on someone else to dictate your schedule, your rates, or your career trajectory. This isn’t just a side gig or a freelance hustle. When you start a VA business, you become an entrepreneur. You get to call the shots, build something of your own, and create a business that aligns with your goals and lifestyle.
And the best part? You don’t need fancy skills to get started. Becoming a virtual assistant doesn’t require you to be a tech expert or have a massive online presence. In fact, you already have all the skills you need to get started right now.
It’s About More Than Just Money—It’s About Building a Life You Love
Yes, starting a virtual assistant business can bring in money—sometimes a lot of it. Many of the women I’ve mentored inside the Virtual Assistant Accelerator have gone on to make $80,000, $90,000, even $100,000 a year. But for me, and for many of the women I work with, it’s about so much more than money. It’s about the freedom and flexibility to create a life on your own terms.
For example, I’ve been able to pick my nieces up from school in the middle of the week and take them to a water park when no one else was there. I’ve taken my mom on trips that she never could have afforded. I’ve been there for my friends through hard times and amazing milestones, without having to ask anyone for time off. These are experiences that money can’t buy, but having a virtual assistant business made them possible.
Think about your own life for a second. How much of your time is spent doing things you love versus things you have to do? Most people’s lives are filled with hard, stressful things, and moments of joy are few and far between. When you build a business of your own, you’re in control. You decide how much of your life is spent doing what you love versus what you have to do to survive.
Why Virtual Assistant Training and Mentorship is the Key to Success
When I first started my business, I made a lot of mistakes. It took me years to figure out how to build a sustainable, freedom-based virtual assistant business. And that’s why I created the Virtual Assistant Accelerator—to help other women skip all the trial and error and get to success faster.
I’ve done the research. I’ve looked at other online Virtual Assistant courses and programs, and they all miss the mark. Most VA training programs leave you with a bunch of information but no idea how to actually apply it. What you actually need is step-by-step training with real VA mentorship and a supportive community.
A lot of people think they need a website, portfolio, or niche before they can get started as a VA. But that’s just a distraction. You don’t need any of those things to land clients and build a successful VA business. You can get started using the skills you already have, without spending time on things that don’t actually move the needle.
Whether you want to make six figures working 20 hours a week, travel full-time like me, or spend more time with your kids, becoming a Virtual Assistant can make that happen.
Ready to Take Control of Your Life? Apply for the VA Accelerator
If you’ve been thinking about starting your own virtual assistant business, now is the time to take action. The Virtual Assistant Accelerator is the most comprehensive VA training program out there, designed to help you build a business that supports your goals, whether that’s financial freedom, more time with family, or the ability to travel the world.
Apply for the VA Accelerator today and get the support, community, and mentorship you need to create a life you love. The freedom you’re looking for is closer than you think.
