128: How Lena Gained Back 60 Hours a Month and Increased Her Referrals with the Support of a VA (Student Success Story)

This week, I’m joined by my past student Lena! We’ll be diving into how she was able to gain back 60 hours a month, grow her business with referrals, and have more time for her family thanks to the support of her VA.Tune in to discover…– How Lena got ahead of the game to avoid burnout in her business [6:22]– Limiting beliefs that were holding Lena back from getting her first VA, vs. what actually happened when she took the leap [10:25]– How Lena chose her *dream* virtual assistant (hint: it wasn’t based on experience!) [11:33]– The winning streak Lena is currently experiencing in her business and the number #1 thing that’s allowed her to increase her referrals over the past few months [13:42]– All the tasks Lena gives her VA to maximize her time [15:57], [33:35]– REVEAL: exactly how much $$ Lena invests in VA support for her business (it’s not as much as you might think!) [21:09]–The biggest benefit Lena has experienced from hiring her dream VA… and the ripple effect it can have on your life and business [28:34]– How Lena’s been able to claim back 60 (!) hours a month thanks to her VA [30:22]– Lena’s message to fellow control-freaks feeling resistance about letting go of tasks in their business (I used to be one too!) [36:35]– Lena’s final advice for any photographer that’s still on the fence about hiring a VA [47:09]RESOURCES + LINKS:Join me in my upcoming workshop, Five Days To Your Dream (And Affordable!) Virtual Assistant at saramonika.com/vaFollow Lena on Instagram: @lenachristinephoto Her website: https://www.lenachristine.com/Say hi to me on social! I would love to hear which episode helped you!Instagram: @saramonikaphoto