Life on the land in rural Australia is no stranger to hard work. Whether you’re helping run the farm books, keeping a small-town business organised, or handling paperwork for a local office, chances are you’ve developed an impressive set of admin skills. What many rural women don’t realise is that those same skills can open the door to a flexible, sustainable income from home. That is exactly what I did in 2011.
The good news is you don’t need to reinvent yourself or start from scratch. You already have the skills that you need. But what you don’t have is a clear pathway to turn those skills into a business you can run from your kitchen table, your farm office, or anywhere with a laptop and internet connection. So in 2015 after running my successful VA business for 4 years, I created The VA Project to show others how I did it. How I built a business from $500 a month to 6 figures consistently year in, year out.
You Already Have the Skills Clients Want
Rural women are often the backbone of both their households and their communities. Chances are, you’ve managed:
- Bookkeeping, budgeting and financial records
- Rostering staff or contractors
- Data entry and compliance forms (we love a grant opportunity or tender)
- Email and diary management
- Customer or supplier communication
These are exactly the kinds of services business owners everywhere are willing to pay for. In fact, the demand for VAs has skyrocketed in recent years, with more entrepreneurs and small businesses outsourcing their admin to trusted professionals.
Why a VA Business Works for Rural Living
One of the biggest challenges for rural women is geography. Jobs are limited, commute times can be long, and flexibility is rare. A VA business solves these challenges because:
- You can work from anywhere, no more relying on local jobs for extra consistent income.
- Your hours are yours to set, fit work around school runs, harvest, cropping or community commitments.
- Your income isn’t tied to the farm’s performance or seasonal cycles.
It’s about creating opportunities without leaving the life you love.
The VA Project: Your Free Pathway to Get Started
Building a VA business can feel overwhelming so where do you start, what do you need, and how do you find clients and create that sustainable income? The VA Project, is a free 8-module course designed to guide you step by step to get started.
Here’s what you’ll discover inside:
- Module 1: Mindset
- Module 2: Business Structure
- Module 3: Know Your Worth
- Module 4: Discover Your Niche
- Module 5: Pricing Your Services
- Module 6: Organising Your Toolbox
- Module 7: Strategise Your Marketing
- Module 8: Website Basics
And that’s just the beginning. Each module breaks things down into practical steps, with examples and exercises you can follow, even if you’ve never run a business before. There are also bonuses items to help you move through this self paced program as modules are released weekly.
Real Freedom Is About Choice
For many rural women, the dream isn’t just about money. It’s about having choices and a voice:
- The choice to be there for your family.
- The choice to contribute financially without burning out.
- The choice to build something that grows with you.
- The choice to speak up and be heard as a contributor.
A VA business gives you all those choices and more. And with the right structure, this isn’t about continually hustling to be a booked out VA it’s about you creating consistent, reliable income that fits around your life. That’s money you can bank on.
Ready to Take the First Step?
You don’t need another qualification or years of experience in something new. You need to recognise the value of what you already know and take the first step towards building your own business.
The VA Project is free, flexible, and designed to help rural women like you turn paddock-honed admin skills into profit.
Start Module 1 today and see how your skills can build the business you’ve been dreaming of.
