Virtually Free with Ashlee28 Jul 2025

More Leads, Less Chaos — Building a VA Biz That Attracts & Flows with Fiona Campbell

If you’ve ever felt like your applications go into a black hole, this episode is for you as I sit down with Fiona Campbell, founder of the Virtual Assistant Lead Network and Thought Penny, to dig into what really works (and what doesn’t) when applying for VA roles and attracting high quality leads.

With 17+ years of experience across PA, EA, and VA roles, Fiona shares insights from behind the scenes of one of Australia’s most trusted VA networks, plus practical ways you can stop winging it and start getting noticed for all the right reasons.

💬 In This Episode, we Cover:

✔️ How to stand out in a crowded application process

✔️ Why some applications get passed over (even if you're qualified)

✔️ The biggest mistakes VAs make when chasing leads

✔️ Whether it’s ever OK to follow up (and how to do it without being pushy)

✔️ The tiny detail in your response that might be making all the difference

✔️ Strategies to gain traction iif you’re applying but not landing any roles.

If you’re ready to ditch the chaos and finally land leads that align with your zone of genius, Fiona’s got a gift for you!

👉 Get 40% OFF your first month or year of membership to the VA Lead Network" VA Lead Network

Use the code AshleeThomasMonthly or AshleeThomasAnnual at checkout.

Don’t forget to connect with Fiona:

Website: valeadnetwork.com.au
Instagram: @virtual.assistant.lead.network

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