Course Description

Looking to take the next steps with your VA business and grow a team?

We've got all the support you need!


Through a combination of our Go for Growth masterclass and key modules to support your growth, you'll be equipped to take on your first Associate and beyond!


Includes FREE KoffeeKlatch Standard VA Hiring Agreement plus Tools & Templates to support your growth.

Association of Professional Virtual Assistants

At the APVA we are proud to be the leading industry body and Association pioneering the setting of VA industry standards, accrediting VAs and helping businesses find the safe pair of hands they need.  We are passionate about changing the face of the VA industry, and supporting the global VA industry as it grows.If you are looking for a top class VA, want to become a VA or are a highly skilled VA looking for accreditation and professional development, then the APVA is for you.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Go for Growth Masterclass
  • 2

    Module 1 - Self belief, Confidence & Mindset

    • Module 1 - Self Belief, Confidence & Mindset

    • Module 1 Exercise - Overcoming Self Limiting Beliefs & Improve Your Confidence

    • 7 Ways to Get Confident with Your Business

    • BONUS VIDEO: Rikke Hansen interviewed by the APVA on Imposter Syndrome
  • 3

    Module 2 - Your Services & What to Offer

    • Module 2- Your Services & What to Offer

    • Module 2 Exercise - Your Services & How to Package Them

    • Value Yourself & Charge Your Worth

    • Hourly Rate Calculator

    • Top 20 Requested VA Tasks
  • 4

    Module 3 - Essential Systems & Tech

    • Module 3 - Your Essential Systems & Tech

    • Module 3 Exercise - Outlining Your Essential Systems, Software & Tech

    • Essential Resources to Maximise Your VA Business

    • Client Onboarding Process Map
  • 5

    Module 4 - Core Business Setup

    • Module 4 - Your Core Business Setup

    • Module 4 Exercise - Your Core Business Setup

    • Easy Budgeting Spreadsheet

    • Top Tips to Boost Productivity & organise your working at home space

    • BONUS: GDPR - What you need to be doing NOW!

    • BONUS: GDPR - Why it is all about consent!

    • BONUS - GDPR Planner

    • Sole Trader vs Ltd Company Setup Checklists
  • 6

    Module 5 - Surviving Difficult Situations

    • Module 5 - Surviving Difficult Situations

    • Module 9 Exercise 5 - Overcoming Difficult Situations & Creating a Process

    • Module 5 Exercise 2 - Filling the Soul & Rewarding Yourself

    • Healing, Dealing & Letting Go Process
  • 7

    Module 6 - Creating the Masterplan

    • Module 10 - Creating the Masterplan

    • Module 6 Exercise - Business Planning & Moving Forward

    • SWOT Analysis

    • 90 Day Goal Planner
  • 8

    BONUS Pack 1 - Mindset for Business Success

    • Bonus Exercise: Confidence & Self Belief

    • Positive Mindset Affirmations

    • BONUS video: My journey through confidence & self-belief
  • 9

    BONUS Pack 2 - Building trust with your clients

    • Bonus Exercise - Plan Your Opt in

    • BONUS Video: 5 Steps to Doing Your Own PR
  • 10

    BONUS Pack 3 - Visibility & Presence

    • SEO Uncovered

    • Blogging to Boost Your Business

    • Bonus Exercise - Create Your First Video

    • Create Your Perfect Promo Video
  • 11

    BONUS Pack 4 - Growing Your VA Business

    • An introduction to Passive Income

    • Passive Income/Lead options

    • Bonus Exercise - Outline Your Ideal Associate

    • Working with Associates - taking you from 'me' to 'we'
  • 12

    BONUS Pack 5 - Finance & the Legal Stuff

    • Everything You Need to Know about Money in 30 mins!

    • Money Laundering - what you need to know

    • Business Profit Calculator
  • 13

    BONUS Pack 6 - Planning & The Future

    • Effective Delegation for VA Business Owners

    • Monthly Planner

    • Bonus Exercise - Get Planning to Maximise Your Business

    • Setup Checklists
  • 14

    Growth Pack: Your contracts, tools & templates

    • FREE VA Hiring Agreement from Koffeeklatch

    • Questions to ask potential Associates

    • New Associate Checklist

    • Associate Handbook
  • 15

    Thanks for taking part!

    • We'd love you to continue the journey with us...

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