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Philipps PlaylistMomente des GlücksZugegeben, ein großes Thema. Lieder haben die Fähigkeit Glücksgefühle auszulösen. Das hat auch musiktheoretische Gründe ... Philipp erklärt sie Dir direkt am Piano.
Peter Udland Johannson – "The Road Not Taken" //
Boyce Avenue & Connie Talbott – "You’re Still The One" //
Pianothek – "Passacaglia (Händel)" //
Lanie Gardner – "Mountains and Miller" //
Johann Sebsatin Bach – "Sonate Nr. 4" //
Joan Baez – "Here’s To You" //
Den Podcast "Die Billie Eilish Story" von ARD Kultur findest Du hier:
https://www.ardaudiothek.de/sendung/die-billie-eilish-story/13418811/
Wenn Du eine Idee oder einen Wunsch zu einem musikalischen Thema hast, dann schreib ihm eine Mail: playlist@ndr.de
2025-06-1335 min
Growing Older Together | Facing Fears, Embracing ResilienceS2 EP 9 Quiet Strength: The Power of IntrovertsSend us a textIn this episode of Growing Older Together, Lourdes explores how quieter personalities can find their place in a loud, fast-moving world. She discusses the quiet strengths that often go unnoticed and how creating space for what feels right can lead to deeper, more meaningful connections. It’s a gentle reminder that there’s no one way to live fully, and sometimes, slowing down is the most powerful choice.RESOURCES MENTIONEDBillie Gardner, Introvert VA Club, https://desiretodone.com/CONTACT INFORMATION:Remember to s...2024-12-1312 min
Sounds of BlueSOB 470 - Features: A lengthy Lou Donaldson tribute & a tribute segment for Roy Haynes. + Jack McDuff & Yusef Lateef birthdaysArtist Song Album Label Notes- Bernard Herrmann & Rod Serling + Rod Serling Opening Monologue - Season One w/Bernard Herrmann's "Dream Theme" 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's 2024 Twilight Zone Theme - Lou Donaldson If There's Hell Below (We're All Going To Go) by Curtis Mayfield wSparks, Idris, Spencer + Cosmos - 1971 Blue Note Lou Donaldson - R.I.P. at 98- Lou Donaldson Inner Space by Lou Donaldson w/Spinozza, Tropea, McCracken, Bascomb, Purdie + Sassy Soul Strut - 1973 Blue Note Lou Donaldson - R.I.P. at 98- Lou Donaldson Aw Shucks by L...2024-12-084h 09
SPIRIT 105.3 MomentsHome for the Holidays 2024 - Winner #2: #BRINGBILLIEBACKJessee from Puyallup nominated her adopted Grandma, Billie, to fly home from Longview, Texas in time for Christmas!"Grandma Billie is an adopted mom to myself and grandma to my 4 kids. As a single mom, she chose to take my kids under her wing. Grandma Billie hasn’t been able to visit since last Christmas and doesn’t have the funds to come this year. My kids would LOVE to see her again. She brings the joy of Christmas with her and makes everything more special. Last year we were able to color, watch movies, cook and play boar...2024-12-0602 minSPIRIT 105.3 MomentsHome for the Holidays 2024 - Winner #2: #BRINGBILLIEBACKJessee from Puyallup nominated her adopted Grandma, Billie, to fly home from Longview, Texas in time for Christmas!"Grandma Billie is an adopted mom to myself and grandma to my 4 kids. As a single mom, she chose to take my kids under her wing. Grandma Billie hasn’t been able to visit since last Christmas and doesn’t have the funds to come this year. My kids would LOVE to see her again. She brings the joy of Christmas with her and makes everything more special. Last year we were able to color, watch movies, cook and play boar...2024-12-0303 min
Everything Is ContentBisexuality in pop culture - a deep diveIn celebration of Pride Month - this week on Everything Is Content, we’re doing a deep dive into a topic that is very close to our hearts - bisexuality in pop culture. Who are our bi and queer icons from the world of showbiz? (and bizarrely, the animal kingdom…), what are the new frontiers for bi representation in the media? and what does the queer pop boom mean for us? If you’d like to hear us deep dive on a topic - send us a message on Instagram @everythingiscontentpodAnd while we have...2024-06-2841 min
Duffy's TavernDuffy's Tavern 1944-02-01 #115 Billie Burke (Archie Needs Finnigan to Marry Billie) (aka 1944-03-02 Billei Burke)Duffy's Tavern is an American radio situation comedy that ran for a decade on several networks (CBS, 1941–42; NBC-Blue Network, 1942–44; and NBC, 1944–51), concluding with the December 28, 1951, broadcast.The program often featured celebrity guest stars but always hooked them around the misadventures of Archie, the tavern's manager, portrayed by Ed Gardner. Archie was prone to involvement in get-rich-quick schemes and romantic missteps, and constantly communicated with malaprops and mixed metaphors. Gardner had performed the character of Archie, talking about Duffy's Tavern, as early as November 9, 1939, when he appeared on NBC's Good News of 1940 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2024-02-2925 minEverything Is ContentGaylor Swift, Gypsy Rose Blanchard and The TraitorsIt was the week we all spent lipreading what Selena Gomez said to Taylor Swift at the Golden Globes… Beth has managed to convert Oenone and Ruchira to the Traitors. We also deep dive into the newfound social media fame of Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Anna Marks’ New York Times article about Taylor Swift. —INDEPENDENT: Ayo Edebiri has flustered reaction to co-star Jeremy Allen White’s viral Calvin Klein photoshoothttps://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/ayo-edebiri-jeremy-allen-white-golden-globes-b2475183.html COSMOPOLITAN: Selena Gomez *Wasn't* Talking About Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner at t...2024-01-1240 min
Duffy's Tavern Radio ShowBillie Burke archie Needs Finnigan To Marry Billie9The titular setting for the show was "a seedy bar and grille on New York's Third Avenue". The cast had Ed Gardner as Archie, Alan Reed as Finnegan, Pattee Chapman as Miss Duffy, Jimmy Conlin as Charlie, Veda Ann Borg as Peaches La Tour, and Herb Vigran as Second Story Jackson.The radio version of Duffy's Tavern ended in 1952. When the TV version began two years later, Gardner's involvement was limited to acting. He said, "In radio, I was the producer and the director and half the time the writer and also Archie." The TV version had Hal...2023-11-1624 min
I'm Speaking...with Elizabeth WestEp 55 SoSA | It's Okay to Not be a "Morning Person" *Re-Release*Hello...thanks for listening!
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This will be the 'Summer of Self-Awareness' / SoSA for my podcast listeners (those who are interested in this that is!), and I'll be ending the Summer with a series of interviews and an Audio Summit in September (with several speakers and experts) focusing on "Working How We Are".
Because we're all individuals and what works best for one of us doesn't mean that it will work best for all of us. Can I get an...2023-07-0923 min
Desire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsWin a Lifetime Membership to the Introvert VA Club!I'm giving away a Lifetime Membership to the Introvert VA Club!👉👉👉You can enter here.Share the giveaway, follow me on social media, subscribe to my podcast and YouTube channel, and watch a video tour of IVC to increase your chances of winning!The giveaway is from 6/1/23 12PM EDT - 6/14/23 12PM EDT.1 Winner will be drawn on 6/14/23 and notified by email.(Current members can enter. Current lifetime members are welcome to enter and gift the prize if you win.)Prize Value: $499!Good luck!...2023-06-0901 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsTaking a Break - End of Season 1Today, I wanted to share some news that I decided to take a break from podcasting for a little bit. I realized that I needed some time to recharge and to get reinspired.Mentioned in the Episode:Subscribe to My Weekly Newsletter for VAs >> https://desiretodone.com/newsletterMy Website >> https://desiretodone.comIntrovert VA Club >> https://introvertvaclub.com--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@desiretodon...2023-04-2102 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsMy Favorite Personality Tests for Introverted Virtual AssistantsBuilding a business as an introvert can be confusing and overwhelming. Most business and marketing advice out there is based on extroverted personalities and can cause introverts to shut down and simply remain small.But introverts can thrive as entrepreneurs. The trick is creating a business that works with your strengths and desires.In this episode, I will share 4 of my favorite personality tests to help you uncover your strengths, values, beliefs, and personality traits so that you can build a business that supports your introverted nature.Mentioned in the Episode:2023-04-0407 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsBusiness Boundaries for Introverted Virtual AssistantsBusiness boundaries are important for running your business smoothly, reserving your energy, reducing anxiety and stress, and mental health.Plus, they help you develop harmonious working relationships with your clients.If you don’t have clear policies, you risk the chance of working on days you don’t want to, working hours you don’t want to, and putting up with things you shouldn’t (like a non-paying client). In this episode, I cover 4 important policies you need to have in place before you take on any clients. I’ll also discuss what to do if a...2023-03-1710 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and Introverts10 Website Mistakes Virtual Assistants Make and How to Fix ThemYour website is a powerful marketing tool that will help you find clients and make money. Done right, potential clients will want to learn more about your services. Done wrong, you risk your ideal client clicking away from your site, never to be seen again.There are common website mistakes that I see VAs make, and today I’m going to talk about 10 of them. So if you have a website or if you’re about to create yours, listen up!Mentioned in the Episode:*Grammarly >> https://desiretodone.com/grammarlyWe...2023-03-0307 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsDealing With Imposter Syndrome as a Virtual AssistantI hear a lot of VAs talk about having imposter syndrome. They feel like they don’t know what they’re doing, that their skills aren’t good enough to charge money, or that they need to be an expert to help clients.It's a crippling feeling that can hold VAs back from launching and growing their business. Introverts are more prone to imposter syndrome too.In this episode, I talk about what imposter syndrome is, ways to overcome it, and real-life examples from VAs I've mentored.Mentioned in the Episode:T...2023-02-1708 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsMy Top 10 Podcast Episodes of 2022Today’s episode is a round-up of my most popular podcast episodes of 2022. As I announce the winning episodes, I’ll also give behind-the-scenes tidbits about myself or the topic. Top 10 episodes playlist on YouTube >> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLax2G3BIMO9dz44x2c41fK0tGYrNz3mspTop 10 Episodes:#10 Overcoming the Fear of Putting Yourself Out There as a Virtual Assistant >> https://desiretodone.com/putting-yourself-out-there/#9 Figuring Out Your Ideal Client - Why and How! >> https://desiretodone.com/youridealclient/#8 Four Clien...2023-02-0309 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsIntrovert VA Club: Roundup of New Content Released in 2022Today’s episode is a little different from my normal ones. Instead of sharing VA tips, I’ll be reviewing my membership, the Introvert VA Club. I’ll be going through everything we added in 2022 and giving a sneak peek at what’s coming right away in 2023!Mentioned in the Episode:Introvert VA Club >> https://introvertvaclub.comMy VA, Becky Moffit >> https://desiretodone.com/behind-the-scenes-of-a-virtual-assistant-business-becky-moffit-of-becky-in-bold/VIP Days >> https://desiretodone.com/offer-vip-days-to-your-va-clients/Jeannine Warrick >> https://desiretodone.com/jeannine-warrick-of-jl-administrative-services/--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up...2023-01-2009 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsHow to Name Your Virtual Assistant BusinessCreating a name for your Virtual Assistant business can be a challenge. First, you need to find a name you like. Then you need to make sure nobody else has the same name. And if so, you have to find another one.I know from experience that naming your business is one of those steps that can hold you back from moving forward in the business-building process. And it’s something that a lot of VAs struggle with. In today’s episode, I’m going to go through how to name your business and what to do...2023-01-0606 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsThe Best Planners to Help You Reach Your Business GoalsPeople who write out their goals are more likely to achieve them. But guess what? Writing them down is NOT enough!You have to take consistent action in order to reach them. My favorite tool to do this is a planner.In today’s episode, I'll cover a few planners I’ve tried and loved. I’ll also talk about the features I like about each one, what’s not included, who it’s good for, the price, and any other side notes.Mentioned in the Episode:*Leonie Daw...2022-12-2308 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and Introverts31 Things To Do When Business is SlowYour Virtual Assistant business can slow down for many different reasons. Perhaps a client leaves, and you haven’t found one to replace them yet. Or maybe your clients have cut back on hours temporarily because of the season or some other situation.In this episode, I’ll cover several suggestions to improve your business and make it stronger and healthier while waiting for things to pick back up. Mentioned in the Episode:*Skillshare - Get a 1-month free trial! >> https://desiretodone.com/skillshare*Divi - drag and d...2022-12-0910 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsVirtual Assistant Service Idea: Email ManagementMost business owners are overwhelmed by the number of emails they receive on a daily basis and could use help organizing and managing their inboxes.In today's episode, I cover what's involved in creating an email management service. Whether you're a new VA or have been around for a while, email management can be a great service to offer clients. Mentioned in the episode:Get Your Emails Organized courseCreate an Email Management Service courseFind both courses inside the Introvert VA Club>> https://introvertvaclub.com2022-11-2504 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsWhat’s Involved in Creating a Podcast?I can’t believe it, but my podcast is about to celebrate its 1st anniversary! It’s weird, I never thought I’d have a podcast, but one day I decided I wanted to try it out. In today’s episode, I thought it would be fun to share a behind-the-scenes look at the steps I take to create and publish my episodes. Maybe you’re curious about what’s involved with producing a podcast, or perhaps you’re a VA thinking about helping other podcasters. First, I’ll give you a peek at what I do, and...2022-11-1106 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and Introverts10 Ways To Reduce Stress And Feel Happier Right Now!Stress is no fun!Not only does it make us feel like crap, but it can also affect our health, relationships, productivity, life, work…everything!Add starting a business, kids, pets, and everything else, and we’re feeling quite overwhelmed, aren’t we? There are lots of ways to manage stress, however, that can help us feel more balanced, happy, and in control of our emotions.Today, I'm going to share my top 10 easy tips to help you reduce stress.Mentioned in the episode:*Instac...2022-10-2808 min
Effective MarketingSpeaking is a combination of content and personaliy - Talk Marketing 73 - Mary GardnerToday is Talk Marketing and today's guest is a communications and political science graduate who has been working in the public speaking industry since 1986, when she was a celebrity booking agent. Since then, she has worked as a publicist and PR expert, founded the Coaches Certification Institute Lifestyle Communication, Inc.. So that's founded the Coaches Certification Institute and the Lifestyle Communication Inc. and been the radio host of Star Causes for CBS Sports. She is currently running her business Mary Gardner Communications, is an executive coach, professional speaker, TV host, reporter and as a spokesperson has appeared on CNN...2022-10-241h 25Desire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsWhen to Invoice Your Virtual Assistant ClientsWhen should you invoice a client? Before working with them or after? If you send your bill before you do the work, will it have a negative impact on your relationship? If you ask them to pay after you complete their work, what if they don’t pay? In today's episode, I shed some light on the topic and share what I recommend most VAs do.Mentioned in the episode:Episode on protecting your business from scams: https://desiretodone.com/protect-your-virtual-assistant-business-from-scams/Introvert VA Club: htt...2022-10-1405 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsNetworking Tips for Introverted Virtual AssistantsIf the word 'networking' sends chills down your spine, you're not alone! It tends to conjure up thoughts of people standing around in suits and dresses in a stuffy room, shuffling out business cards, and making boring and awkward business talk.And if you're an introvert, the thought of talking to strangers alone gives you heart palpitations, so the mere thought of approaching strangers on your own gives you a full-on panic attack.Networking has so many benefits, though, that you don't want to disregard it. In this episode, I talk about these benefits and...2022-09-0204 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsHow I Went From a Job To Becoming A Full-Time Virtual AssistantIn today’s episode, I’m sharing the story of how I went from working at a day job to being a full-time Virtual Assistant. I’ll also share the important steps I took to make the leap as quickly as possible. Mentioned in this episode:My membership for VAs (includes the Passion to Profit Plan, trainings, and community): https://introvertvaclub.comBehind-the-scenes of a VA business blog series: https://desiretodone.com/category/virtual-assistant-interviews/Other episodes related to this topic:Client processes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1892364/10305945Client organization tips: https://desiretodone.com/client-organization-tips/Overcoming the fe...2022-08-1908 min
I'm Speaking...with Elizabeth WestEp 30 Interview with Billie Gardner on Being an Introvert in Life and in BusinessHello...thanks for listening!
I heard Billie talk on another podcast and I resonated with a lot of what she said so I reached out to her, and the rest is history! :) Thanks, Billie!
Billie Gardner and I talk a lot about being an introvert and our characteristics that are more introverted! And that it's all "okay"!
Billie Gardner's info:
www.desiretodone.com
^^^ She has a great club for introverts that are Virtual Assistants, called Introvert VA Club!
Are you more extroverted or introverted? Free Personality Test *J...2022-08-1740 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsChoose the Best Website Platform for Your Virtual Assistant BusinessThere are lots of options when it comes to website platforms. So many it can be overwhelming to decide which one is best for you and your Virtual Assistant business! In today's episode, I cover a few of my favorite website builders and the pros and cons of each.Mentioned in the episode:Episode on branding: https://desiretodone.com/branding-tips-for-virtual-assistants/WordPress: https://wordpress.org/*Divi: https://desiretodone.com/divi*SiteGround WordPress Hosting: https://desiretodone.com/siteground*Beaver Builder: https://desiretodone.com/beaverbuilder*Elementor:2022-08-0507 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsBranding Tips for Virtual AssistantsBranding is an important aspect of your Virtual Assistant Business. It's your business’s first impression – you must grab someone’s attention within a few seconds of them landing on your website or social media platform, or they’ll just click away.In today's episode, I cover my favorite branding tips and give you some fun projects that you can do to create the perfect brand for your business. Mentioned in this episode:My Skillshare class* "Find Clients Without Social Media": https://desiretodone.com/skillshareIvory Mix* (for photos): https://desiretodone.com/ivorymixHaute Stock* (fo...2022-07-2209 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsGet More Done by Hiring a Virtual AssistantIf you're struggling with staying on top of your business tasks...this episode is for you! If you're a Virtual Assistant...this episode is for you too!Mentioned in the episode:What SOPs are and how to make them: https://desiretodone.com/simple-tips-for-creating-an-sop-for-your-small-business/Hire a VA Service (free): https://desiretodone.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/Hire a Virtual Assistant Workbook: https://desiretodone.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant-workbook/What to Delegate to a Virtual Assistant (free): https://desiretodone.com/delegate/Want weekly VA tips delivered to your inbox? Sign...2022-07-0807 min
Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Kids, Mystery & FantasyThe Midnighters by Hana TookePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/568059 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Midnighters Author: Hana Tooke Narrator: Billie Fulford-Brown Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 48 minutes Release date: June 28, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Mystery & Fantasy Publisher's Summary: The Graveyard Book meets Nevermoor in this ghostly tale about two friends, one murder mystery, and a world of intrigue. Find the courage to be extraordinary... Ema Vašková has always felt different. In a family of famous scientists, there’s not much room for superstition or omens—but they seem to follow Ema wherever she goes. It doesn’t help that...2022-06-2810 min
GSMC Classics: Duffy's TavernGSMC Classics: Duffy's Tavern Episode 15: Guest Billie BurkeDuffy's Tavern, brodcast on several networks from 1942 to 1951, such as CBS, NBC-Blue Network and NBC, is an American radio situation comedy show. The program often featured celebrity guest stars but always hooked them around the misadventures of Archie, the tavern's manager, portrayed by Ed Gardner. GSMC Classics presents some of the greatest classic radio broadcasts, classic novels, dramas, comedies, mysteries, and theatrical presentations from a bygone era. The GSMC Classics collection is the embodiment of the best of the golden age of radio. Let Golden State Media Concepts take you on a ride through the classic age of radio, with...2022-06-2726 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsBusiness Burnout - How to Prevent and Recover From itOne moment you feel on top of the world and the next you can't even drag yourself out of bed. You no longer enjoy doing the things you like to do and your motivation is completely zapped. This, my friend, is what burnout is like.I am no stranger to burnout. It happens to me occasionally but I now know the signs of it coming on and what to do when I hit that burnout stage. In today’s episode, I’ll be covering what to look out for, how to prevent burnout, and what to do if y...2022-06-1710 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsQ & A #3: Building a 10K a Month BusinessIn today's episode, I answer the following question from a new Virtual Assistant:"I want to build a 4-figure a month business within six months' time. I eventually want to have a 10k a month business. How do I do this?"Mentioned in the episode:Episode on VIP Days: https://desiretodone.com/offer-vip-days-to-your-va-clients/Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comAsk me a question: https://desiretodone.com/podcastMore resources:Episode on creating passive income products: https://desiretodone.com/passive-income-virtual-assistants/Sign up for my weekly newsletter full of...2022-06-1005 min
Podcasts Archives - Breast Cancer ActionTrust in Science: A Panel ConversationPosted on June 8, 2022
How do those living with and at risk of breast cancer “trust” science, when science has a history of being untrustworthy, and especially so in their treatment of the BIPOC community? As discussed in the episode, “Trust in Science: A Panel Conversation,” the labor of building trust is often shifted to the individual. For example, a common solution to the lack of data and research on the BIPOC community, is, as BCAction Board Member Tamatha Thomas Haase describes, imploring BIPOC folx to “join more clinical trials!” But there is a lack of collaboration between science and people who l...2022-06-0839 min
Spotlight on the CommunityAny Body Can (ABC) Youth Foundation to Hold "Archie Moore ABC Amateur Boxing Event" in Ramona on June 11.Billie Moore, President and CEO of the ABC Youth Foundation and son of the great light heavyweight champion Archie Moore, discusses the "Archie Moore ABC Amateur Boxing Event," that will be held at Ramona High School on Saturday, June 11. Moore is joined by Max Gardner, VP of IT at the Foundation and an amateur boxing coach. Moore and Gardner chat about the mission of the Foundation.2022-06-0826 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsClient Organization Tips for Your Virtual Assistant BusinessIn today’s episode, I’m sharing a few of my favorite tips and programs for organizing client tasks and ensuring work gets done!Mentioned in today's episode:Episode on processes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1892364/10305945Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comSign up for my weekly newsletter full of VA tips: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@desiretodone🦄 Join my membership...2022-06-0306 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsPassive Income Ideas for Virtual AssistantsPassive income products allow you to make money while you sleep. Sounds pretty good, huh?And guess what! You can create these products anytime during your VA journey. In this episode, I’ll be covering different types of passive income products you can create, plus tips and tools for creating and selling your products.Even if you’re not ready to create passive income products yet, it’s good to have an idea of what’s possible with your business in the future.Mentioned in this episode:*Canva2022-05-2706 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsDiscovery Call Tips for Introverted Virtual AssistantsDoes the thought of having discovery calls make you nervous? I have 9 tips to help calm your nerves!Mentioned in this episode:Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comAsk me a question: https://desiretodone.com/podcastJoin my weekly newsletter full of VA tips! https://desiretodone.com/newsletter--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@desiretodone🦄 Join my membership program: https://introvertvaclub.com2022-05-2005 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsQ & A for Virtual Assistants #2 - happy clients, how to succeed, making businesses accessible, finding clients, and where to learn new skillsIn today's Q & A I cover how to make your clients happy, which personality type is most likely to succeed as a VA, a service idea for making businesses more accessible, finding clients without social media, and where to learn new skills.Mentioned in the episode:Send me a Q for a future podcast episode: https://desiretodone.com/podcastSkillshare: https://desiretodone.com/skillshare * (get 1 month free with my link)Blog post on creating captions: https://desiretodone.com/add-captions-to-your-videos/FREE Hire a VA Service for anyone looking to hire a VA...2022-05-1307 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsQ & A for Virtual Assistants #1 - websites, consistent money, raising rates, day rates, and a new service ideaIn today's Q & A I cover what to say on your Virtual Assistant website, how to make money consistently, how to raise your rates, what Day Rates are, and an in-demand service idea that could take your business to the next level.Mentioned in the episode:Honeybook is a popular Day Rate idea: https://desiretodone.com/honeybook *Episode on beta testing your services: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1892364/9804105Membership Academy: https://desiretodone.com/msa *FREE Hire a VA Service for anyone looking to hire a VA: https://desiretodone.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/My membership for VAs (all...2022-05-0608 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsHow to Use Testimonials to Get More Virtual Assistant ClientsYou can talk all day long about how great your Virtual Assistant services are, but a gushing testimonial from a happy client is more convincing. Besides helping you land more clients, testimonials help you look legit. It signals that you’ve worked with other people, and they value your work so much that they are willing to put their name on a review about you. In this episode, I share my top tips for getting and using testimonials to help you grow your business.Mentioned in this episode:2022-04-2205 min
VERSED: The ASCAP PodcastAdam Gardner and Reverb's Music Climate RevolutionIn celebration of Earth Day, we talk to Guster frontman and guitarist Adam Gardner, whose nonprofit environmental organization, Reverb, partners with fellow music makers like Billie Eilish, P!nk, Maroon 5, Dead & Company, Bonnie Raitt, Sleater-Kinney, Jack Johnson and more, as well as festivals and venues, to green their concert events while engaging fans to help tackle today’s most pressing environmental issues and create real, measurable change for people and the planet. Adam shares some of the actions music creators and music lovers alike can take to reduce their footprint. He also highlights the positive impact that Reverb’s rece...2022-04-2237 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsHow to Find Virtual Assistant Clients Through BloggingBlogging can be an excellent way to build your website traffic, show your expertise, and get clients. In this episode, I’ll be covering some of my top blogging tips to help you grab your ideal client’s attention and convert them into clients.Mentioned in this episode:Grammarly: https://desiretodone.com/grammarly (affiliate link)FREE Hire a VA Service that connects business owners with VAs: https://desiretodone.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/Blogging 101 and Simple SEO courses can be found inside the Introvert VA Club: https://intro...2022-04-0807 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsGet More Virtual Assistant Clients: How to Write a Cold Pitch EmailPitching your Virtual Assistant services through email sounds so…impersonal. Pushy. Terrifying.Luckily, it does get easier with practice, and there’s a way to do it that doesn’t feel so salesy and icky.In today's episode, I cover how to send a cold pitch email to potential clients and exactly what to say.Mentioned in this episode:Episode on beta testing: https://desiretodone.com/beta-test-virtual-assistant-services-attract-clients/Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comJoin my email list and receive weekly VA tips every Wednesday: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter2022-04-0810 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and Introverts9 Free Tools For New Virtual AssistantsWhen you’re a new virtual assistant, it can be confusing and stressful trying to figure out everything you need for your business.On top of that, money is tight, right? You may not have snagged your first client yet so free is sweet, sweet music to your ears!Over the years I’ve tried tons of different programs and tools. Today I’ve gathered the best free tools for new virtual assistants, so you don’t have to waste your time finding the right ones.Mentioned in this episode:Contract...2022-04-0106 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsFour Client Processes You Need Before Bringing on Your First ClientDo you know exactly what to do when a potential client wants to work with you?What steps will you take to decide whether they’re a good fit or not? What will you do when you decide to work together? What about your service? What are the steps you’ll take to complete it? Do you know what you’ll do when your project is complete or how you’ll get feedback on your service?Your head might be spinning right now, but don’t panic! We’re going to work on figuring out these steps...2022-03-2505 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsSteps for Building a Virtual Assistant Biz From ScratchStarting a Virtual Assistant business doesn’t have to be complicated or take forever to get started! Follow my 7 daily steps, and you’ll have your own virtual assistant business in a week!Mentioned in the episode:Contract Templates: https://introvertvaclub.com10 Ways to Find Clients episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1892364/10001347Passion to Profit Plan (my course on building a VA biz from scratch): https://introvertvaclub.comYou might also be interested in:What is a Virtual Assistant? https://www.buzzsprout.com/1892364/9652715Figuring Out Your Ideal Client: https://www.buzz...2022-03-1808 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsHow to Protect Your Virtual Assistant Business from ScamsUnfortunately, scams are everywhere. Nobody is safe, not even virtual assistants. I want you to stay safe online, so I have a few tips that will help you learn how to spot spammy (AKA fake) clients and protect yourself from them!Mentioned in this episode:Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comWeekly newsletter full of VA tips: https://desiretodone.com/newsletterGot To Be Real song: https://youtu.be/fI569nw0YUQCarrie Bradshaw falls on the runway: https://youtu.be/9CbhESia7VY (explicit language)Also, check out this episode:2022-03-1104 min
I'm Speaking...with Elizabeth WestEp #12 It's Okay to Not be a "Morning Person"Hello...thanks for listening!
...It's okay to not be a morning person. For the most of my life I felt like something was wrong with me for not being a morning person and told that that was "lazy". Even if I slept in on the weekends mind you! Lol! We're all groomed to be "morning people" as everything from elementary school, college and working for corporate has the hours of anywhere from 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm.
Come to find out that I personally tend to "peak" work wise...2022-03-0723 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsHow to Make MORE Money with Your Virtual Assistant BusinessAs a VA, you might think that your only option to make more money is to add more and more clients, but that’s not true at all! In this episode, you’ll learn various ways to make more money with your business, even if you’re already booked out or don’t want to raise your prices.Mentioned in this episode:VA Associate Contract: https://introvertvaclub.comHire a Virtual Assistant Workbook: https://desiretodone.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant-workbook/(Free) Hire a VA Service that connects business owners with VAs: https://desiretodone.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/Episode #3 on VIP D...2022-03-0409 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsThe Story of My Virtual Assistant Journey: From Employee to Virtual Assistant MentorWelcome to a special episode of the Desire to Done podcast! In today’s episode, I’m sharing how I went from having a day job to being my own boss full time. People often ask me “How did you become a virtual assistant? How did you go from being a VA to starting a membership for introverted VAs?”The answer is that it’s a long story full of twists and turns. I also find that this type of story is pretty typical for most business owners, which is why I want to share it with you...2022-02-2508 min
Songscapes: Music and NatureEp. 24 – Adam Gardner – Guster and the Green Music MovementAdam Gardner knows how to bring a vision to life. As alt/rock band Guster’s guitarist and vocalist, and co-founder of the nonprofit Reverb, he has a passion for sharing the messages he believes in through music. Reverb’s mission is to use the cultural power of music to influence related industries, concert tours, and fans to make sustainable change happen. They do this by collaborating with artists – for example, Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, or the Dave Matthews Band – to create amazing ‘EcoVillages’ at their shows. Tune in to learn more about these EcoVillages and other cool projects of Adam’s, l...2022-02-2335 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsHow to Break Up with a ClientIf you have any bad Virtual Assistant clients taking up your time it means you don’t have time for those dreamy clients! And since you own your own business, you want to fill your schedule with clients and work that you enjoy!But there are other reasons why you might want to break up with a client. Perhaps you are pivoting your services to something else or maybe your clients’ business changed and hence your role changed too… and you don’t like it!In this week's episode, I share what to do prior to break...2022-02-1807 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsFiguring Out Your Ideal Client - Why and How!One of the best things about running a virtual assistant business is that you have control over who you work with (and who you don’t!)This week's episode is all about figuring out your ideal client and why it's important to know.Mentioned in this episode:Introvert VA Club (Passion to Profit Plan, library tutorials, and support from me and other VAs: https://introvertvaclub.comGet weekly VA tips delivered to your inbox: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my new...2022-02-1105 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and Introverts10 Ways to Find Clients for Your Virtual Assistant BusinessThe thought of finding clients can be nerve-wracking for new Virtual Assistants or anyone just thinking about becoming a VA. And I can see why. I mean, no clients mean no money! In this episode, I’m sharing a few of my best tips for finding clients on your own.Mentioned in this episode:Beta testing episode: https://desiretodone.com/beta-test-virtual-assistant-services-attract-clients/Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comHire a VA service for business owners: https://desiretodone.com/hire-a-virtual-assistant/Hire My Mom job board: https://desiretodone.com/hiremymomWeekly VA tips: desiretodone.com/newsletter...2022-02-0406 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsProductivity Tips for Working Smarter (Not Harder) as a Virtual AssistantIt’s easy to get overwhelmed as a virtual assistant when you’re juggling a bunch of clients and projects at once. Sometimes you have a to-do list a mile long, and you don’t know how you’ll get to it all. Not only that, you might have other responsibilities, like kids, which reduces your work hours. That means if you want to be productive and get things done you HAVE to be efficient. In today’s episode, I’m coving 8 tips for working smarter (not harder) as a virtual assistant. Mentione...2022-01-2807 min
Duffy's TavernDuffy's Tavern 1944-02-01 #115 Billie Burke (Archie Needs Finnigan to Marry Billie) (aka 1944-03-02 Billei Burke)Duffy's Tavern is an American radio situation comedy that ran for a decade on several networks (CBS, 1941–42; NBC-Blue Network, 1942–44; and NBC, 1944–51), concluding with the December 28, 1951, broadcast.The program often featured celebrity guest stars but always hooked them around the misadventures of Archie, the tavern's manager, portrayed by Ed Gardner. Archie was prone to involvement in get-rich-quick schemes and romantic missteps, and constantly communicated with malaprops and mixed metaphors. Gardner had performed the character of Archie, talking about Duffy's Tavern, as early as November 9, 1939, when he appeared on NBC's Good News of 1940 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2022-01-2324 min
Duffy's TavernDuffy's Tavern 1944-02-01 #115 Billie Burke (Archie Needs Finnigan to Marry Billie) (aka 1944-03-02 Billei Burke)Duffy's Tavern is an American radio situation comedy that ran for a decade on several networks (CBS, 1941–42; NBC-Blue Network, 1942–44; and NBC, 1944–51), concluding with the December 28, 1951, broadcast.The program often featured celebrity guest stars but always hooked them around the misadventures of Archie, the tavern's manager, portrayed by Ed Gardner. Archie was prone to involvement in get-rich-quick schemes and romantic missteps, and constantly communicated with malaprops and mixed metaphors. Gardner had performed the character of Archie, talking about Duffy's Tavern, as early as November 9, 1939, when he appeared on NBC's Good News of 19402022-01-2324 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsOvercoming the Fear of Putting Yourself Out There as a Virtual AssistantPutting yourself out there as a Virtual Assistant can feel scary! What if you get rejected? What if people laugh? In this episode, I cover 7 tips to help you overcome your fear!Mentioned in this episode:Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comFeel the Fear...and Do it Anyway: http://amzn.to/2vSxckmYOU are a Badass: http://amzn.to/2fZqYcKWeekly Newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com...2022-01-2108 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsIntrovert VA Club: New Content Released in 2021Today’s episode is a little different from my normal ones. Instead of chatting about tips for running a VA business, I’ll be reviewing my membership, the Introvert VA Club. I’ll be going through everything we added in 2021 and giving a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2022!Mentioned in this episode:Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comBlog posts and freebies: https://desiretodone.com--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube...2022-01-1409 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsTips for Introverted Virtual AssistantsIn this week's episode, I share some of my best tips for running a Virtual Assistant business as an introvert. Mentioned in this episode:Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comMy weekly newsletter for VAs: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@desiretodone🦄 Join my membership program: https://introvertvaclub.com2022-01-0707 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsFind Clients by Beta Testing Your Virtual Assistant ServicesIn today’s episode, I’m going to cover something that I don’t see a lot of people talking about. Yet, it is an excellent strategy for finding your first Virtual Assistant clients. I’ve mentioned this topic in a couple of past episodes, and I’m sure I’ll mention it a bunch more in the future because I think it’s something all VAs should know about. What is this magical marketing strategy you ask? It’s something called beta testing.Listen to this episode to learn how it can help your business...2021-12-3107 min
Tales to TerrifyTales to Terrify 518 Billie Pritchett K. Lynn Harrison Adele GardnerWelcome to Episode 518. Happy New Year’s Eve! We have a familiar guest host this week! For fiction, we have three tales. A woodcutter receives some otherworldly help (as long as he’s honest), a little boy gives up his place in the afterlife, and a monstrous visit to Grandmother’s house.COMING UPGood Evening from Guest Host, Seth Williams: 00:01:06Billie Pritchett’s The Woodcutter’s Axe as read by Alexis Alexander: 00:04:49K. Lynn Harrison’s Miss Everest Says as read by Dan Rabarts: 00:09:55Adele Gardner’s In Our Boxes a...2021-12-3141 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and Introverts10 Myths About Starting a Virtual Assistant BusinessIf you’ve done any research on starting a virtual assistant business, your mind is probably spinning! There is sooo much information out there that it’s difficult to know what is true and where to start. In this episode, I cover 10 myths about starting a virtual assistant business. That way you can get unstuck and set your biz up!Mentioned in this episode:Weekly Newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletterIntrovert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.com--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my newsletter: https://desiretodone...2021-12-2408 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsOffer VIP Days to Your VA Clients (and increase your income!)Last week I chatted about the 5 different ways you can price your VA services. One of them was VIP Days (or sometimes called VA for a Day or Day Rates). This fairly new pricing structure has been making waves lately so I wanted to cover it more in-depth in this episode. I’ll explain more about what they are, what you can offer, the benefits to you and your clients, and more. Mentioned in this episode:HoneyBook to set up your VIP Day processes >>> try it out and get a discount with my...2021-12-1708 min
SNL Struggles35. "The Get Back Sessions" - Billie Eilish Double DutyWooo boy. This is a big one. Forgive us for running a little long this week as we had a ton to unpack with Billie Eilish's return to Saturday Night Live. Avery talks about seeing the show live on the Studio 8H floor and Alexei has a shocking revelation about his feelings towards Andrew Dismukes. We chat about some truly great sketches like Please Don't Destroy's ode to Tik Tok, Heidi Gardner's star moment in Hip Hop Nativity, and Kate McKinnon and Anna Drezen's amazingly awkward advertisement for generic hotels everywhere. Plus, we discuss the rumblings about a UK...2021-12-161h 40Desire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and Introverts5 Ways to Price Your Virtual Assistant ServicesPricing is usually one of the trickiest things to figure out in your business, no matter what industry you’re in. The trick is finding the balance between making enough money to support yourself (and then some) and charging a price people want to pay!In this episode, I cover a variety of pricing structures and the pros and cons of each. That way, you can choose which ones work best for you and your Virtual Assistant business.Mentioned in this episode:5 Ways to Price Your Virtual Assistant Services blog post: ht...2021-12-1011 minDesire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsWhat is a Virtual Assistant?Since this podcast is for Virtual Assistants, I’m kicking things off with an episode on what a Virtual Assistant is. This episode is for you if you’re unsure what a Virtual Assistant does, how they help clients, and who hires them.Mentioned in this episode:List of service ideas: https://desiretodone.com/va-services/Introvert VA Club: https://introvertvaclub.comMy website: https://desiretodone.com--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 Sign up for my newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletter📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.you...2021-12-0206 min
Desire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants and IntrovertsWelcome to the Desire to Done Podcast for Virtual Assistants!Want weekly bite-sized tips to start and grow a Virtual Assistant business? You got it! The Desire to Done Podcast, hosted by Billie Gardner, will help you along your VA journey, whether you’re just starting out, wanting to grow bigger, or still in the research phase. Take a listen to learn more! Freebies, blog posts, and resources for VAs: https://desiretodone.comSign up for my weekly newsletter: https://desiretodone.com/newsletterJoin my membership: https://introvertvaclub.com--------------------------------------🖥️ Visit my website: https://desiretodone.com💌 S...2021-11-2201 min