For many rural women, work is woven into every part of life. Whether it’s helping with the farm books, running admin for a family business, or working part-time in town, you’re no stranger to juggling responsibilities. But too often, your income options are limited to what’s nearby or what fits around your family or taking on jobs you don’t particularly enjoy doing.

What if you could take the skills you already have and turn them into a business that brings consistent income, flexibility, and freedom all from home? That’s exactly what a Virtual Assistant business can do. And with the right support, you can build something that grows with you, without sacrificing your lifestyle.

Why consistency matters

It’s easy to think of VA work as “small jobs” or “side hustles,” but the reality is different. When you structure your services properly, a VA business can provide regular, reliable income that you can count on.

Instead of scrambling for casual work or relying on seasonal farm income, you can build a business where clients pay you month after month for ongoing support. It’s not about piecing together odd jobs it’s about creating a business that help to sustain you and your family long-term.

Why rural women deserve flexibility

As a rural woman, you’re often balancing multiple roles, you are often the wife, mum, carer, volunteer, and farm hand. The traditional 9–5 model does not fit in with your lifestyle. But a VA business isn’t about the 9 – 5 grind. Smart VAs build businesses that are future proofed.

  • Work during when you want and for how long you want (you’re the boss not the client)
  • Say yes to community commitments without stressing about taking time out from your casual or part time job.
  • Be there when your family needs you most – this is a huge win.

Flexibility isn’t a luxury, it’s essential for rural life.

The VA Project: Your roadmap to sustainability

Building a sustainable business takes more than just saying “I’m a VA.” You need a foundation, systems, and a plan. That’s why I created The VA Project back in 2015 and for 10 years the basics have been part of my free 8-module program designed for women like you, who want flexibility and time on your side.

Here’s how it helps you move from chaos to clarity:

  • Business Structure: Learn how to set up your business legally and professionally.
  • Systems & Processes: Put tools in place so you can manage work with ease.
  • Client Management: Keep your clients happy (and paying) without overwhelm.
  • Boundaries & Standards: Protect your time and create respect for your work.

These modules aren’t quick hacks, they’re designed to help you build something that lasts. How do I know it works? This is what I did and do to run JMJ – EA for a Day, now in it’s 14th year of operation. My system works!

Freedom comes from planning

Sustainable income isn’t about luck or waiting for the right client. It’s about planning your business properly, knowing what services you’ll offer, and creating packages that deliver value. With a plan, you’ll never have to wonder where your next client is coming from; you’ll be running a business with clarity and confidence.

Your next step

You don’t need to move to the city or retrain in a new career. You don’t need to give up your rural lifestyle. You just need to take the skills you already have and apply them in a new way.

With The VA Project, you’ll have the roadmap to build a sustainable VA business from the ground up.

Start The VA Project today and create a business that supports the life you want to live.