The Freelancer Who Tried to Take Christmas Off
One of the best parts of the VANA community is the shared experience — especially during the holidays. This story was submitted by Lisa Millar, one of our VANA community members, and if you’ve ever tried (and failed) to fully take time off as a freelancer or Virtual...
What is a Virtual Assistant?
The Hidden World of Freelancers, Solopreneurs & Remote Workers When you hear the term Virtual Assistant (VA), what comes to mind? For many, it’s someone answering emails or scheduling meetings from a laptop at home. But here’s the truth: the VA world is so much...
Enhance Your Virtual Assistant Business with Passive Income Streams
Still Trading Hours for Dollars? Here’s Your Escape Route: As a Virtual Assistant, you have the flexibility and freedom to work on your own terms. However, relying solely on client projects for income can be unpredictable. That’s why it’s important to...
Virtual Assistants vs AI Assistants: Why Humans Still Win
What’s the real difference between a Virtual Assistant and an AI Assistant? Let’s break it down. The other day I told someone I’ve been helping Virtual Assistants grow their businesses since 2003. Their response? “Oh, like Siri?” I had to laugh out loud at that one —...





