Hey! Do I Need a VA?
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<p>Many times overwhelmed entrepreneurs are told to “hire a virtual assistant” but not how to do it or what to look for. The term Virtual Assistant (VA) is not a one-size-fits-all. When clients hire someone without knowing all the facts it can result in bad experiences or worse the entrepreneur walking away from much needed support.</p><p>This podcast is what actual VAs want potential clients to know about the pros and cons of working with virtual support. We will explore topics like:</p><ul><li>What is a VA?</li><li>What can a VA help with?</li><li>How much does a VA cost?</li><li>Working with a VA goes beyond your task list.</li><li>What is the interview process? And who leads it?</li><li>What preparation should a client do before hiring a VA</li><li>And so much more…</li></ul><p>Hosted by Rachael Davila with Extra Hands! Virtual Assistance. She brings 18+ years of administrative and business owner experience to the mic, along with a cast of virtual assistant friends and colleagues who bring different backgrounds, view points and skill sets.</p><p>Listeners will get a peek into the world of virtual assistants and hear stories, strategies and successes to thrive within the virtual workforce. Through our episodes we hope to educate, inspire, and motivate business owners to do the necessary pre-work before navigating the journey to find, hire and work with a virtual assistant.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 31, 2026
VAs After Dark with Lisa Sanders
<p>Sometimes the best support isn't just getting tasks off your plate.</p><p>It's having a trusted partner who understands your business, helps carry the load, and gives you the freedom to focus on what you do best.</p><p>In this episode of VAs After Dark, Rachael sits down with Lisa Sanders, founder of LRS Executive Solutions, to talk about her journey from a 25-year corporate career as an executive assistant to supporting entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants, and growing businesses as a Virtual Assistant.</p><p>Lisa shares how an unexpected layoff became the catalyst for a new chapter, allowing her to bring decades of executive-level experience to business owners who need support but aren't quite ready for a full-time hire.</p><p>If you've ever wished for someone who could step into your business, understand the big picture, and help keep everything moving behind the scenes, you'll enjoy getting to know Lisa.</p><p><strong>Watch the episode here: </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/PU26QpUnj2w">https://youtu.be/PU26QpUnj2w</a></p><p><strong>In This Episode</strong></p><ul><li>How Lisa transitioned from the corporate world into virtual assistance</li><li>Why a layoff ultimately led her to a more fulfilling career path</li><li>What "fractional support" really means for growing businesses</li><li>Why she loves supporting visionaries and entrepreneurs</li><li>The role trust plays in successful client relationships</li><li>How executive assistant experience translates into strategic business support</li><li>Why collaboration is at the heart of her work</li></ul><p><strong>A Little About Lisa</strong></p><p>Lisa Sanders spent more than 25 years as an executive assistant in the corporate world before launching LRS Executive Solutions.</p><p>Today, she partners with entrepreneurs, coaches, EOS Implementers, attorneys, and other business owners who need reliable, high-level support without hiring a full-time team member. Her experience spans administrative operations, project coordination, client communication, marketing management, and executive support.</p><p>What makes Lisa unique is her ability to become a trusted extension of the businesses she supports. Whether she's coordinating marketing initiatives, managing client communications, or helping streamline operations, she brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to every partnership.</p><p><strong>Connect with Lisa: </strong></p><p>🌐 Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.lrsexecutivesolutions.com/">https://www.lrsexecutivesolutions.com/</a> </p><p>💼 LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lrsexecutivesolutions/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lrsexecutivesolutions/</a> </p><p><strong>Looking for a Virtual Assistant?</strong></p><p>VAs After Dark is a companion series to the <strong>Hey! Do I Need a VA?</strong> podcast, designed to help you get to know the talented Virtual Assistants featured in the directory—not just what they do, but who they are.</p><p>Because sometimes finding the right support comes down to more than skills and services.</p><p>Sometimes it's the vibe.</p><p>Connect with Rachael for Directory support: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://extrahandsva.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/">https://extrahandsva.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/</a> </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hello@extrahandsva.com">hello@extrahandsva.com</a> </p><p>Please leave a like, comment, or review, and share our podcast with someone you know who could benefit from our content.</p>
July 17, 2026
VAs After Dark with LeAnn Erimli
<p>Sometimes the best Virtual Assistant isn't the person who knows all the answers.</p><p>It's the person who genuinely enjoys figuring them out.</p><p>In this episode of VAs After Dark, Rachael sits down with tech VA and problem-solver extraordinaire, LeAnn Erimli, to talk about her nearly three decades in the virtual assistance industry, how she built a business around helping clients untangle technology challenges, and why she still loves learning something new every day.</p><p>LeAnn shares how becoming a VA began as a way to create flexibility while raising her special-needs twins, long before "virtual assistant" was even a recognized profession. From receiving handwritten presentations by fax machine to today's complex technology integrations, she's seen the online business world evolve from the very beginning.</p><p>If you've ever wished for someone who could make all your technology "talk to each other" without the stress, panic, or judgment, you're going to enjoy getting to know LeAnn.</p><p></p><p><strong>Watch the episode here:</strong> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/OE-UrCfM7jI">https://youtu.be/OE-UrCfM7jI</a></p><p></p><p><strong>In This Episode</strong></p><ul><li>How LeAnn became a virtual assistant before the industry really existed</li><li>What it was like building a business while raising special-needs twins</li><li>Why she's passionate about solving technology puzzles</li><li>Why a sense of humor is one of her favorite client qualities</li><li>How coaching robotics teams reflects her love of learning and problem-solving</li><li>Her famous reminder that "you can't break the internet"</li></ul><p><strong>A Little About LeAnn</strong></p><p>LeAnn Erimli has spent nearly 30 years helping business owners navigate the ever-changing world of technology and online business. Known for her calm approach and ability to troubleshoot just about anything, she specializes in helping business owners connect the dots between systems, tools, and processes that aren't quite working the way they should.</p><p>A self-proclaimed geek, LeAnn genuinely enjoys learning new technology, staying ahead of trends, and finding creative solutions to challenges that leave most people frustrated.</p><p>If you've ever found yourself saying, "I did all the things and it's still not working," LeAnn is exactly the kind of person you want on your team.</p><p><strong>Connect with LeAnn</strong></p><p>🌐 Website: That Geeky Lady <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://thatgeekylady.com">https://thatgeekylady.com</a></p><p>🌐 Website: Handling Business <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://handlingbusiness.com">https://handlingbusiness.com</a></p><p>💼 LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannerimli/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannerimli/</a> </p><p><strong>Looking for a Virtual Assistant?</strong></p><p>VAs After Dark is a companion series to the <strong>Hey! Do I Need a VA?</strong> podcast, designed to help you get to know the talented Virtual Assistants featured in the directory—not just what they do, but who they are.</p><p>Because sometimes finding the right support comes down to more than skills and services.</p><p>Sometimes it's the vibe.</p><p>Connect with Rachael for Directory support: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://extrahandsva.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/">https://extrahandsva.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/</a> </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hello@extrahandsva.com">hello@extrahandsva.com</a> </p><p>Please leave a like, comment, or review, and share our podcast with someone you know who could benefit from our content.</p>
July 3, 2026
VAs After Dark with Bree BV
<p>Sometimes finding the right Virtual Assistant isn't about a list of services.</p><p>It's about connection.</p><p>In this episode of VAs After Dark, Rachael sits down with Bree BV to talk about her journey from running a childcare business for more than 20 years to building a thriving virtual assistant business focused on strategy, support, and helping clients create meaningful change. </p><p>Bree shares how a simple desire to help a friend organize her business led her to discover an entirely new career path. One built around problem-solving, strategic thinking, and creating safe spaces for clients to grow. </p><p>If you've ever wondered what it's like to work with someone who loves finding the gaps, creating a plan, and helping you move forward with confidence, you'll enjoy getting to know Bree.</p><p></p><p><strong>Watch the episode here:</strong> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/ETtOAmHdbW0">https://youtu.be/ETtOAmHdbW0</a> </p><p></p><p><strong>In This Episode</strong></p><p>* How Bree accidentally discovered the world of virtual assistance</p><p>* Why strategy is one of her favorite parts of supporting clients</p><p>* The importance of understanding a client's vision before building systems</p><p>* How her background in childcare influences the way she supports business owners</p><p>* Why connection and trust matter just as much as task completion</p><p>* The types of clients she loves working with most</p><p></p><p><strong>A Little About Bree</strong></p><p>Bree works primarily with coaches, consultants, and healers who are looking to make a bigger impact through their work. She combines strategic planning, implementation support, and a collaborative approach to help clients move from overwhelmed to organized. </p><p>What stands out most about Bree is her ability to create a supportive partnership where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take the next step. </p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Bree:</strong></p><p>🌐 Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.beeveepro.com">www.beeveepro.com</a> </p><p>💼 LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bree-bv/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/bree-bv/</a> </p><p></p><p><strong>Looking for a Virtual Assistant?</strong></p><p>VAs After Dark is a companion series to the <strong>Hey! Do I Need a VA?</strong> podcast, designed to help you get to know the talented Virtual Assistants featured in the directory—not just what they do, but who they are.</p><p>Because sometimes finding the right support comes down to more than skills and services.</p><p>Sometimes it's the vibe.</p><p>Connect with Rachael for Directory support: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://extrahandsva.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/">https://extrahandsva.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/</a> </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hello@extrahandsva.com">hello@extrahandsva.com</a> </p><p>Please leave a like, comment, or review, and share our podcast with someone you know who could benefit from our content.</p>
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- What is Hey! Do I Need a VA??
<p>Many times overwhelmed entrepreneurs are told to “hire a virtual assistant” but not how to do it or what to look for. The term Virtual Assistant (VA) is not a one-size-fits-all. When clients hire someone without knowing all the facts it can result in bad experiences or worse the entrepreneur walking away from much needed support.</p><p>This podcast is what actual VAs want potential clients to know about the pros and cons of working with virtual support. We will explore topics like:</p><ul><li>What is a VA?</li><li>What can a VA help with?</li><li>How much does a VA cost?</li><li>Working with a VA goes beyond your task list.</li><li>What is the interview process? And who leads it?</li><li>What preparation should a client do before hiring a VA</li><li>And so much more…</li></ul><p>Hosted by Rachael Davila with Extra Hands! Virtual Assistance. She brings 18+ years of administrative and business owner experience to the mic, along with a cast of virtual assistant friends and colleagues who bring different backgrounds, view points and skill sets.</p><p>Listeners will get a peek into the world of virtual assistants and hear stories, strategies and successes to thrive within the virtual workforce. Through our episodes we hope to educate, inspire, and motivate business owners to do the necessary pre-work before navigating the journey to find, hire and work with a virtual assistant.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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