In this episode of Booked Out with Bre, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my biggest business decision yet – a move that’s completely shifting my focus on how to scale and grow. As a mom of three and a Virtual Assistant business owner who’s built a seven-figure company, I’m no stranger to investing in myself. But this time, instead of mentorship, I’m betting big on elite-level team to take us to the next level. I’ll be sharing the story behind this decision, including the intuitive nudge that led me to seek advice from 7 and 8-figure entrepreneurs, and the key takeaways that shaped my plan. I'll dive into why I'm choosing to invest in high-level talent over more courses and programs, and why I believe this shift is going to be crucial for the Virtual Assistant industry moving forward. I’m also getting real about the fear, excitement, and all the in-between emotions that come with making such a bold move. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: The pivotal question I asked in a group of 7 and 8-figure entrepreneurs that led to my big decision. Why I’m choosing to prioritize elite-level team over mentorship at this stage in my Virtual Assistant business. How to differentiate between investing in mentorship vs investing in team. The importance of trusting your intuition when making big decisions and how it led me to hiring my Chief Revenue Officer. Why I believe there is a big shift coming in the Virtual Assistant industry, with increased demand for experienced VAs and skilled support. Why you need to "leap before you're ready" and how that applies to any business decision, whether you're just starting out or scaling a multi-million dollar business. The importance of holding a long term vision even when things feel scary. The two different perspectives on what drives action when taking big leaps – and how to know which one is yours. A reminder to bet on yourself and take action towards your dreams – now. Episode Outline: Planting the Seed: Where Are You on Your Virtual Assistant Journey? (00:00:00) My Biggest Bet Yet: A Story of Growth and Bold Decisions (00:01:35) The Backstory: Intuition and a Feeling of a Gap in My Virtual Assistant Business (00:02:02) Seeking Advice: Insights from 7 & 8-Figure Entrepreneurs (00:04:01) Key Takeaway #1: Don't Create New Products (00:05:23) Key Takeaway #2: It's All About Team (00:05:53) Affirmation and Intuition: Connecting with the Right People (00:06:34) Hiring a Chief Revenue Officer: My Decision (00:07:17) Freedom and Focus: Why This Shift is So Powerful for My Virtual Assistant Business (00:07:57) Feeling All the Things: Normalizing the Fear and Excitement (00:09:45) The Rocket Ship Analogy: Strapped in for High-Speed Growth (00:10:52) A Shift in the Virtual Assistant Industry: What I'm Seeing (00:12:02) Investing in Team, Not Just Mentorship: A New Perspective (00:13:21) Elevating My Current Team in My Virtual Assistant Business (00:13:46) The Increasing Demand for Skilled Virtual Assistant Support (00:13:57) Where Are You in Your Virtual Assistant Journey? (00:14:42) Understanding True Business Building (00:15:31) The Long Game Play: Choosing What to Align With (00:16:41) Taking Risks and the Power of a Long Term Vision (00:17:06) What Motivates You: Running From Failure or Towards Success? (00:18:15) The Importance of Betting on Yourself in Your Virtual Assistant Journey(00:19:32) Reverse Engineering Your Goals (00:20:46) What's Your Next Bold Move? (00:21:10) Why You Can't Wait: Taking Action Now (00:21:10) Considering Elite-Level Team Over Mentorship (00:22:35) How I Can Help You Book Out Your Virtual Assistant Business and Life (00:22:50) Ways to Work with Me: Follow Me on Instagram Mom X VA Free Facebook Community Immediate Access to The IT Factor VA Leadership Academy If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it so much if you left a rating and review! This helps us reach more women looking to become a virtual assistant, book out their business, and scale beyond their wildest dreams
