Michelle Canney/Be Virtual Today Self Paced Coaching Program

  • $2,000 or 4 monthly payments of $500

Be Virtual Today Self Paced Coaching Program

Having built my own Virtual Assistant business I understand the challenges that a budding entrepreneur faces and how overwhelming it can feel to start your own business. Where do you start? What is most important? How much should I charge? Do I need a website? What do I ask during a discovery call? During this self-paced course you will learn the answers to those questions and much, MUCH more~

Contents

Welcome To Be Virtual Today

Welcome to Be Virtual Today - What to Expect
Participant Agreement: Waiver and Disclaimer Terms

Module 1: Building Your Virtual Mindset

Unearthing Your "Why": Fueling Your Virtual Business Journey
Mindset Shift: From Employee to Entrepreneur - Fueling Your Virtual Business Growth
Navigating Independent Contractor Status: Rights, Responsibilities, and Realities
Conquering Fear: Unleashing Your Virtual Business Potential
Conquer Your Business Fear: Take Action & Thrive
Fear as Fuel: Harnessing Anxiety for Virtual Business Success
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION | The Mind Your Business Podcast with James Wedmore
Vision Casting Through Reflection: Charting Your Course for Success
Goal Setting for Your Virtual Business: Turning Reflections into Reality

Module 2: Tell Me What You Want, What You Really Really Want

This module will help you to walk through and identify what things you like to do (and don't), what types of people you like to work with (and don't) and what leadership styles you best thrive under as your think about building your business and finding  your ideal client. 
Module 2 - Tell Me What you Want Video Welcome
Finding Your Niche: Becoming the Irreplaceable Virtual Assistant
Specialist vs. Generalist: Define Your VA Path Now
Comprehensive List of VA Services
BVT Skills Checklist .pdf
Let's Start Brainstorming -- What do you REALLY want to do?
Detailed Strategy for Aligning Your Services

Module 3: What's in a Name?

Module 3 - What's In a Name Video Welcome
Build Your Business Foundation: Define Core Values and Mission Now
Crafting Your Brand's Identity: A Guide to Naming Your Business
Let's Search for your Business Name
Is Your Desired Business Name Trademarked?
Registering Your Business

Module 4: Branding Your Business

It's time to start thinking branding, logos and designs...
All things Branding Intro.mp4
The Basics of Branding
Social Media and Your Brand
Creating Your Logo & Brand Identity
The Importance of Consistency in Social Media Marketing
Digital Asset Mastery: Building Your Virtual Business Arsenal
Branding Tools & Homework

Module 5: Setting Up your Back Office

This whole module is dedicated to helping you think through how to set up your own business and back office.  Having a strong foundation for your business BEFORE you start offering services will help you be ready and to have a professional image for your prospective clients. 

Setting Up The Back Office of Your Business
Business Banking
What's in Your Wallet?
Insurance Considerations
Getting Paid in Today's Virtual Business World
Mastering Time Tracking for Your Small Business
Time Blocking: Your Secret Weapon for Maximizing Efficiency in Your Virtual Business
Mastering Your Relationships: The Essential Role of CRM in Your Small Business
Streamlining Your Workflow: Top 5 Task Management Tools for Virtual Business Owners

MODULE 6: Show Me The Money!!

It's time to talk money!  Package pricing vs hourly vs project based.  Discounts and introductory rates.  To post your rates on line or not to post - THAT is the question!  So let's dig in and talk MONEY! 
Money Intro.mp4
Financial Wholeness: Your Unique Equation
Pricing Your Virtual Business: Your Rules, Your Way
To Post or Not to Post: The Rate Dilemma
Tax Reality Check: Setting Your Business Up for Success
Your Brand Speaks Through Your Pricing: A Holistic Approach

MODULE 7: Preparation for the Client Life Cycle

Having all the right and essential paperwork and contracts is essential to the success of your business.  Module 7 will cover all of the basic "essential" things you should have before you meet with a client, on boarding a client, working with a client and exiting a relationship as well as processes around those tools.
Paperwork and Process.mp4
Discovery Calls: Your First Impression, Your Foundation
Objection Handling: Turning "No" into "Yes, Let's Work Together"
Crafting Proposals That Convert: Your Blueprint for Success
Contracts: Sealing the Deal and Protecting Your Business
Onboarding: Setting the Stage for a Successful Partnership
Client Onboarding: Behind the Scenes Mastery
Client Offboarding: Maintaining Integrity and Protecting Your Business
Testimonials and References: Your Social Proof Powerhouse
Feedback as Fuel: Using Surveys for Continuous Improvement

Module 8: Website Options

In this section you are going to learn all the basic fundamentals of website design so that you can make the determination if you want to tackle building one yourself or outsourcing it. 
Website Intro.mp4
Pulse Check: Building Your Website Foundation (and Your Confidence!)
Building Your Own Website: Empowerment and Real-World Considerations
Outsourcing Your Website: Strategic Investment for Success
Building a Website That Converts: Key Elements for Success
Website Pitfalls: Avoiding Common Mistakes That Drive Visitors Away
Website or No Website: Navigating the Digital Presence as a Virtual Business Owner

Module 9: Networking & Marketing Your Business

This is usually the scariest part and for some, the most difficult part of starting and creating your business...putting yourself out there and finding clients.  This entire module will help you to define your networks, your plan to engage and how to share your business! 
Marketing Intro.mp4
Marketing Mastery: Crafting a Plan for Virtual Business Success
Networking in the Digital Age: Building Connections and Growing Your Virtual Business
BNI: Strategic Networking for Virtual Assistant Success (Without the Membership Fee)
Facebook Marketing: Turning Personal Connections into Business Success
Instagram Marketing: Visual Storytelling for Virtual Business Success
LinkedIn Marketing: Building Your Virtual Business Through Professional Connections
Social Media Marketing - X (Formerly Known as Twitter)
TikTok Marketing: Showcasing Your Virtual Business with Creativity and Authenticity
Email Marketing: Nurturing Relationships and Growing Your Virtual Business
Crafting Your Compelling Elevator Pitch: Your 30-Second Business Introduction
Your Brand Story: Crafting Engaging Posts Across Platforms
Networking Immersion: Launching Your Virtual Business with Confidence
Marketing Podcast Recommendation #1 | Amy Porterfield
Marketing Podcast Recommendation #2 | Goal Digger
Reading Recommendations

MODULE 10: How to Leverage AI in your Virtual Business

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamental role of AI in modern workplaces.

  • Identify and utilize 10 key AI tools and their applications.

  • Develop practical skills in using AI for specific workplace tasks.

  • Recognize the importance of ethical considerations when using AI.

Leverage AI to Build your Business.mp4
The AI Revolution
Will AI Eliminate my Role as a Virtual EA (or virtual services provider)?
AI Tools & What they Do
Understanding AI Prompt Engineering
Practical AI Applications

MODULE 11: Are You Ready To Launch???

Okay - we have all of the foundations laid out ahead of us in the previous 9 modules so this module is set up to help you do the checks and balances to launch your business.

So let's dive in and see what things are done and where there are gaps so that we can fill them!  Once you see that you have crossed all the T's and dotted all of the I's you should fee ready to  LAUNCH YOUR BUSINESS!!! 
Pre-Launch Power-Up: Setting the Stage for Virtual Business Success
Launch Strategy: Orchestrating a Successful Virtual Business Debut
Personalized Launch Emails: Cultivating Connections and Kickstarting Your Business
Social Media Launch Strategy: Creating a Digital Buzz for Your Virtual Business
Targeted Outreach: Connecting with Your Dream Clients at Launch
Launch Day is HERE: Taking the Leap and Celebrating Your Virtual Business Debut

BONUS MODULE - PODCAST | TRAINING | BOOKS RECOMMENDATIONS

Here are several things that you can refer to for guidance, resources, training and inspiration as you continue down the path of entrepreneurship and building your business. .
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION | ED MYLETT
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION | HOW I BUILT THIS with GUY RAZ
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION | STARTUP HUSTLE
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION | RISE & GRIND
PODCAST RECOMMENDATION | ENTREPRENEURS ON FIRE
BOOK RECOMMENDATION | High Performance Habits
BOOK RECOMMENDATION | Everything is Figureoutable
BOOK RECOMMENDATION | Believe IT
Masterclass
GrowthDay LIVE
Udemy
Skillshare
Coursera
LinkedIn Learning