Why I Don’t Say Yes to Every VA Client (And You Don't Have To Either)

In this video, I share how I decide which Virtual Assistant clients I say yes to—and why I don’t take on every inquiry that comes my way. For me, it always comes down to three things: whether there’s real long-term fit and potential for an ongoing relationship, how the dynamic feels in my system and capacity, and whether the actual work is something I actually want to be doing long-term. My filters for taking on new clients (be it for VA work or pet sitting) is distinct from what you’ll hear in the mainstream entrepreneurial world. So if mainstream ways (profit, volume, more is better) don’t sit right with you, you’re in the right place. Grab a cup of your fave beverage and let’s chat! If you’re someone who doesn’t resonate with hustle culture or “take everything you can get” advice, you’re in the right place. In this video, I talk about how I decide which clients I say yes to, and why I don’t take on every inquiry that comes my way. 🦄Business Chats here: www.kellysuefitz.com/mentorship Share your business situation, questions, challenges, or ideas, and receive personalized guidance in a 1:1 call. 00:00 Intro 00:16 Why I Don't Say Yes to Every Client 01:01 My 3 Priorities as a VA 02:38 Prioritizing Long-Term Client Relationships 06:53 Protecting My Nervous System 10:54 Why I Turned Down an "Urgent" Project 13:09 Only Offering Services I Actually Enjoy 17:25 Building a Business My Nervous System Can Sustain Long-Term 19:53 Why Saying No Creates Space for Better Clients 21:31 Business Mentorship