Podcast by Catherine Gladwyn - UK Virtual Assistant Trainer
20 June 2026
Remember when becoming a VA was supposed to give you more freedom?
In this episode, I explore some of the warning signs of burnout, why so many of us struggle to switch off, and how to stop your business taking over your life.
Tried and tested practical tips on boundaries, client management, workload, AI, forced breaks, and how to build a business that supports your life rather than consumes it.
Plus, why your first £10k month might not be quite as glamorous as it sounds.
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16 May 2026
If you're doing this with your retainers you could actually be sabotaging the future of your VA business. You could be heading towards burn out. You could be heading towards another situation where work takes precedence over life.
I don't want that for you and I know you don't want that for yourself.
Let me share my thoughts on how we should be selling retainers.
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18 April 2026
Do VAs need to blog? No.
But if you want to get exposure to more clients, become noticed by AI (because AI is not going anywhere), want to attract more clients and allow Google to fall in love with you, then your website needs to do more than just sit there, and blogging can help!
In this podcast, I’m talking about:
If you’ve been wondering whether blogging is worth your time as a VA, this one’s for you.
I mention my fast track course, How to Train ChatGPT, in this episode. You can take a look here.
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29 March 2026
Everything evolves, so there's a couple of new recommendations for pieces of software Virtual Assistants would benefit from learning in here.
I also talk about my Canva course, which you can see here.
And, when you've got 60 minutes free, check out the free Kirmada training here.
Like the sound of having Google Workspace to make your VA business even easier to manage? Take a look here.
(I am an affiliate for many products. All of which I only recommend if I use, love and / or see the huge benefit they may bring to us VAs. As an affiliate I may benefit financially if you click one of my links. There will never be any additional cost to you)
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20 January 2026
Some of you have noticed I've missed an episode so I wanted to give an update. Lots of gossip too!
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28 December 2025
You might be surprised to know that becoming a Virtual Assistant costs less than £350, in fact it could be less than that!
Listen to my honest run down of how much it might cost you to become a VA, with clients, sooner rather than later.
In this episode I mention a few things I use and am priviledged to be an affiliate of too, including money off links / codes:
Terms of business and booking forms from KoffeeKlatch. Use discount code CATH10 for 10% off.
PolicyBee for your insurance. Mention my name or use this link for up to 10% off your quote.
ICO registration. Get £5 off if you sign up for their direct debit.
EcoHosting for your website domain and hosting
Katya Varbanova's AI images course
(As an affiliate I may benefit financially if you use any of my codes or links. I only promote products and services I use, and love, myself)
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