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She Spark Podcast: Empowering Women | Igniting ChangeMom + Entrepreneur with Melyssa MundayMelyssa Munday is a busy mom of five and a mentor for virtual assistant moms. She is obsessed with helping moms work from home and build a successful business or side hustle as a virtual assistant. She creates content that is simple, actionable, and easy to consume. Melyssa loves smooth-writing purple pens and to-do lists. In her spare time, she drives her kids to sports and volunteers, raising money for Prescott High School.
Learn more at http://melyssamunday.com/2024-07-1228 min
Mamas Making MoreMama Minisode 06 with Tiffany DoddMama Minisode #6 bonus episode! I want you to hear directly from moms who are running successful online businesses. In each Mama Minisode episode, I ask my guests the same two questions: 1. What advice would you give moms starting out or in the newer phase of their online business journey?2. What has your online business meant for you and your family?Today's guest is Tiffany Dodd, she's a single mom of 3 who left her teaching career to become a Virtual Assistant. She is now a VA and Content Writer, enjoying the flexibility...2024-05-1405 minMamas Making MoreMama Minisode 05 with Chantel BettencourtMama Minisode #5 bonus episode! I want you to hear directly from moms who are running successful online businesses. In each Mama Minisode episode, I ask my guests the same two questions: 1. What advice would you give moms starting out or in the newer phase of their online business journey?2. What has your online business meant for you and your family?Today's guest is Chantel Bettencourt, she's THAT mom who said smell ya later to her 9-5 and transformed her passion into a thriving career that lets her create stunning online spaces.2024-03-2505 minMamas Making MoreBusting Myths of Virtual Assisting Industry OversaturationIn this episode, I'm breaking down the big question: Are there too many virtual assistants out there? Oddly enough I'm using a bread aisle analogy to share why the VA world is far from oversaturated. From niche services to the expanding demand in various industries, there is vast opportunity rather than competition. So, if you've been hesitant about starting a virtual assisting business or side hustle, I'm telling you, now is the perfect time to jump in. ⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if you would rate and review this show...2024-03-1107 minMamas Making MoreMy First 3 VA ClientsOne of the most common questions for moms starting their Virtual Assisting business or side hustle is "How do I get my first clients?" In this episode, I'm sharing how I got my first three virtual assisting clients. I actually used a different method to find and sign each of my first three clients. You don't have to have a massive marketing plan in the beginning. When you are starting, you can be scrappy and find the ways that work for you and can and branch out later.⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I wo...2024-02-2606 minMamas Making MoreMama Minisode 4 With Jessica BrooksMama Minisode #4 bonus episode! I want you to hear directly from moms who are running successful online businesses. In each Mama Minisode episode, I ask my guests the same two questions: 1. What advice would you give moms starting out or in the newer phase of their online business journey?2. What has your online business meant for you and your family?Today's guest is Jessica Brooks. She is a food writer turned UX conversion copywriter and the mama of two girls, ages, six and nine. When she’s not helping clients, you’ll f...2024-02-1205 minMamas Making MoreThe VA Guide to ReceiptsWhether you have a full-time Virtual Assisting business or do it as a side hustle, chances are you've found yourself wondering what the heck to do with all of your business receipts. The seemingly never-ending stream of paperwork can be overwhelming, leaving you wondering if there's a simpler way to handle this important part of bookkeeping. Don’t worry, I’m going to break down tips for managing receipts for your online business.02:04 Tips for Managing Receipts02:53 Organizing Receipts Digitally04:02 Using Accounting Software for Receipt Management05:24 Why Keeping Track of Receipts is Cruci...2024-01-2907 minMamas Making MoreMoney Management For Virtual Assistant MamasToday I share a common concern for new Virtual Assistant mamas: managing finances. It's not scary I swear! I'm covering the importance of tracking money coming in and out of your business or side hustle. Tips include separating personal and business accounts, using affordable accounting software or spreadsheets, and considering the services of an accountant. Money management is important to guide your budgeting and investment decisions, especially when starting. 01:15 The Importance of Financial Management in Business02:25 Understanding Business Income and Expenses03:14 Setting Up a Business Bank Account03:48 Choosing the Right Accounting Soft...2024-01-1509 minMamas Making MoreMama Minisode 3 with Gemma HareMama Minisode #3 bonus episode! I want you to hear directly from moms who are running successful online businesses. In each Mama Minisode episode, I ask my guests the same two questions: 1. What advice would you give moms starting out or in the newer phase of their online business journey?2. What has your online business meant for you and your family?Today's guest is Gemma Hare. Her business is Office Gems and she currently lives in the UK with her husband and two boys. She provides Virtual Assistant Support for busy Entrepreneurs...2023-10-3009 minMamas Making MoreNo Website Needed For Your Online BizToday's episode explores the idea that, in the early stages, a website might not be necessary for your VA side hustle. You can leverage social media for initial exposure, use email marketing platforms for building an email list, and tools like Tidy Cal and Stripe for managing online scheduling and payments. For a website-like experience, you can create visually appealing landing pages using Canva, all while keeping initial expenses and stress to a minimum. Products mentioned (some affiliate links): Tidy Cal Novo BankStripeConvertKitMailerlite2023-10-1615 minMamas Making MoreHow to Feel More Comfortable Talking about Your BusinessIn today's episode, we're tackling a question that many mama entrepreneurs can relate to: How do you overcome the discomfort of talking about your business or side hustle? I am sharing my best advice on making it feel more natural and less pushy to introduce your virtual assisting business. From finding local business meetups to practicing your elevator pitch, I've got some great tips for getting comfortable with self-promotion. So grab a cup of coffee and get ready to level up your networking game. Let's dive in!⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I woul...2023-10-0207 minMamas Making MoreMama Minisode 2 With Charisse MerrillMama Minisode #2 bonus episode! I want you to hear directly from moms who are running successful online businesses. In each Mama Minisode episode I'm asking my guests the same two questions: 1. What advice would you give to moms just starting out or in the newer phase of their online business journey?2. What has your online business meant for you and your family?Today's guest is Charisse Merrill. She is a mom of 5 who has been teaching other busy mom entrepreneurs how to use Pinterest marketing in 10 minutes a day to see...2023-09-1805 minMamas Making MoreAn Organized Workspace is a Happy WorkspaceMama, are you tired of drowning in the chaos of clutter? Whether you are a virtual assistant or other online business owner, you want to cut that chaos. Listen to today's episode for my tips to simplify your desk, digitize paperwork, and personalize your space. ⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if you would rate and review this show. This will also help spread the word to other moms that they can also have the ultimate flexibility by starting a Virtual Assisting Business. 💕EPISODE WEBSITE & BLOG ⬇️https://mel...2023-09-0408 minMamas Making MoreCreate A Fun and Functional Work-From-Home SpaceDo you want to transform your home workspace from drab to fab? Whether being a virtual assistant is your main gig or a side hustle, having a functional space is important. In today's episode I'm sharing how I transformed my workspace without breaking the bank. Listen for a budget friendly way to customize pre-made cabinets to look like an expensive built in. ⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if you would rate and review this show. This will also help spread the word to othe...2023-08-2114 minMamas Making MoreDon't Mix Your Bed and BusinessAs tempting as it may be, working from your bed is not ideal. Discover how a dedicated home office workspace can enhance productivity, focus, and work-life balance for busy work from home and side hustle moms.⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if you would rate and review this show. This will also help spread the word to other moms that they can also have the ultimate flexibility by starting a Virtual Assisting Business. 💕EPISODE WEBSITE & BLOG ⬇️https://melyssamunday.com/mamasmakingmore-15/CONNECT WITH ME ⬇️Instagram...2023-08-0713 minMamas Making MoreI'm Taking a Summer BreakI originally planned to drop a new episode every Monday. But this mama needs a break! Summer vacation ☀️ is here, and I've decided to take a small break in recording. Don't worry, I will be back, fully refreshed with new content in July.I hope you all enjoy your summer vacation as well!2023-05-2903 minMamas Making MoreWFH Dilemma: Online Business or Employee?Mama, I know you want to work from home, but wfh jobs and growing your own online business are NOT the same. In this episode we are diving into what it means to work from home and the major differences between wfh jobs running your own virtual assistant (VA) business. Spoiler alert, growing your VA business is the way to go! I'm highlighting the benefits of being your own boss, the flexibility and control it offers you as a mom, the unlimited income potential, and the ability to pivot and grow your business. ...2023-05-2212 minMamas Making MoreService-Based vs. Product-Based Businesses for MomsIs this you mama? You know you want to start a business, but you aren't sure if you should go service or product based? With so many different types of businesses out there, it can be tough to know which one to choose. Weather you are looking for a side hustle or main gig, starting a Virtually Assisting business is a great choice! In today's episode I'm comparing online service-based businesses with product-based businesses, and show you why online service-based businesses have the advantage.⏰ Timestamps: [00:00:56] "Starting a business: Service vs. Product-based"...2023-05-1514 minMamas Making More10 Tips to be Productive While RoadtrippingIt's almost summer (at the time of publication) and for my family that means ROAD TRIP! I love scanning the scenery, but also feel like to occupy my time while I'm the passenger. So in today's episode, I'm sharing with you my top 10 ways to keep yourself productive in your business and entertained while on the road. These tips will help you declutter your digital life, brainstorm content ideas, and even plan the future of your business.If you have a summer roadtrip planned, give one of these ideas a try!⭐️ RATE...2023-05-0813 minMamas Making MoreMama Minisode with Serena ShoupThis is the very first Mama Minisode bonus episode! I wanted you to hear directly from moms who are running successful online businesses. In each Mama Minisode episode I'm asking my guests the same two questions: 1. What advice would you give to moms just starting out or in the newer phase of their online business journey?2. What has your online business meant for you and your family?My first guest is Serena Shoup, CPA. Serena is a CPA turned bookkeeping business CEO, mentor for other bookkeepers and accountants, mom of 3, and...2023-05-0104 minMamas Making MoreBalancing a Side Hustle for MomsMamas! Managing multiple responsibilities can be challenging, especially for working moms who juggle a main job, a side hustle, and taking care of your family. Balancing all these responsibilities can be overwhelming, but with a few strategies and tips, it's possible to achieve a balance that works for you. Prioritizing and setting clear goals, creating a schedule, learning to say no, delegating and outsourcing tasks, practicing self-care, and being flexible and adaptable are all strategies I'll be covering in today's episode. ⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if you...2023-04-2412 minMamas Making MoreSide Hustles Can Transform LivesSide hustles have become increasingly popular as a way for you to pursue your passions, diversify income, and achieve financial goals. In today's podcast I'm exploring the benefits of having an online business side hustle and how it can enhance various aspects of your life.⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if you would rate and review this show. This will also help spread the word to other moms that they can also have the ultimate flexibility by starting a Virtual Assisting Business. 💕EPISODE WEBSITE & BLOG ⬇️https...2023-04-1711 minMamas Making MoreUse Single Tasking For a Brain BoostMultitasking is out, single tasking is in! Multitasking can cause mistakes and oversights in your work. When you focus instead on just a single task at a time, you are able to give it undivided attention in order to avoid mistakes. When you are single tasking, or just focusing on this single task, you can get in the zone and fully immersed in that task that you're working on. You are able to work at a faster pace with fewer interruptions. Single tasking can actually help your brain structure, boost your ability to...2023-04-1009 minMamas Making MoreTop 5 Reasons to Hire a VAMany entrepreneurs and small business owners are still not familiar with what Virtual Assisting is and how hiring one could benefit their business. In today's episode I'm sharing the top 5 benefits of hiring a VA. Hiring a VA allows business owners to save time and money, increase efficiency, and achieve a better work-life balance. It is my hope that this episode will help you confidently sell your services even to a business owner who isn't super familiar with virtual assisting. ⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if y...2023-04-0310 minMamas Making MoreHow To Avoid Falling Into A Productivity TrapIn this episode I'm sharing about how it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you need to have every single possible process created, and every system all dialed in, before you start your online business. What you might not know is that sometimes this over-preparedness can be a way to cope with the fear of actually starting your business. The truth is: productivity strategies should aid your progress overall, not hinder it.⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if you would rate and review this show. This...2023-03-2713 minMamas Making MoreUse Habit Stacking in Life and BusinessIn today’s episode we dive into the simple yet powerful technique of habit stacking. Habits are the building blocks of our lives, and by stacking them together, we can create powerful routines that support our goals and aspirations in life and business. I cover how habit stacking works and provide practical tips and examples for incorporating it into your daily routine. I share the 4 steps you need to start habit stacking, as well as the top benefits of this practice. So join me as we explore this game-changing technique and learn how to make it work for you.2023-03-2012 minMamas Making MoreHow to Stay Focused While Working From HomeOn the surface, working from home can seem like a dream! Stretchy pants, hanging out with your pets and kids all day, no commute… Unfortunately, sometimes working from home on your online business can be incredibly distracting. It makes sense that working as a Virtual Assistant from home might make it hard to focus... All of your favorite things are there, and your bed is there too! In this episode, I am sharing ways to keep your focus while working from home. ⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, I would super appreciate if you would...2023-03-1308 minMamas Making MoreFirst Start, Then ImproveIn today's episode I'm talking about the popular notion that you cannot improve what you don't start. This is important advice and encouragement for moms who are starting their own online businesses. It is very important to taking action and starting small, rather than being held back by fear or a sense of being unprepared. In addition, if you do not start your business, you will not be making money from your business. The longer you take to start your business, the longer you will take to start making a business income, so I am sharing the 7...2023-03-0615 minMamas Making MoreTop 5 Reasons to Start Your VA BusinessIn this episode, I am exploring the world of online businesses and why you should consider take the leap from your corporate job. I'm giving you the top five amazing amazing reasons to start your online business as a Virtual Assistant. From being your own boss to having the ultimate flexibility to work from anywhere, I hope this episode will inspire you to consider the benefits of starting your own online business. Whether you're looking to start your business as a side hustle or go all-in, tune in to learn how you can take control of your work-life balance...2023-02-2707 minMamas Making MoreTypes of VA BusinessesIn today's episode, I share about the wide variety of services that can be offered as a Virtual Assistant (VA). Being a VA simply means providing an online or virtual service to another business or individual. To help you determine what type of VA business you can build, I am taking you through a brainstorming exercise to dive into your background, passion and what you are already good at. I'm also going to break down some potential types of virtual assistant business ideas, including general administrative support, graphic design services, social media management, individual services...2023-02-1910 minMamas Making MoreTen Things About MeI know my website has an about me section, but it doesn’t help you really get to know me. Like who I am as a person, what shaped me. I want you to get to know me, so I wanted to share a little bit about me as a person, as a mom, what makes me tick, what makes me excited and touch a little bit about how I got into this online business space. So, if you’d like to know me a little bit better, here are 10 things about me. ⭐️ RATE & RE...2023-02-1911 minMamas Making MoreHow to Make Money From Home As A Virtual AssistantIn this trailer episode, Melyssa introduces herself and shares about how she became a Virtual Assistant turned Business Coach, all while juggling her kid's crazy sports schedules. She's on a mission to share with other moms the life changing time and financial freedom you can have as a Virtual Assistant. Tune in weekly as we discuss topics from deciding what type of business to launch, creating offers, digital marketing, and connecting with clients, we are going to cover the essential business foundations without the fluff all while balancing motherhood. ⭐️ RATE & REVIEWIf y...2023-01-2605 min