Learn about LinkedIn and how you can utilize this free tool to get found, hired, recruited for your next position. In this episode we talk about: - The journey to your ideal job - LinkedIn vs. Facebook - Highschoolers on LinkedIn - Mother starting on LinkedIn after years working in the home Here on Optimize to Scale, I want to help you create the job you want with the tools and skills you have developed in the experiences you have had. Jose has the skills to teach you how to turn those life skills and experiences into skills for your resume. Connect with Jose Miguel Longo Website: www.coachingwithjosemiguel.com Instagram @josemiguellongo LinkedIn Jose Miguel Connect with Jacqueline Website: www.thejacquelinehoward.com Instagram @thejacquelinehoward LinkedIn Jacqueline Howard "Being at home, raising babies, Managing a home and balancing a family presents plenty of skills that are useful in the workforce" -Jose Miguel Longo

Hey Friend, Today Belinda shares practical ways she and her family coped with the stressors of 2020. These tips are excellent for life in any season. I hope you are blessed! Thanks for taking a moment to listen. My prayer is that you are encouraged by this testimony of God's work in the Hills and Valleys of Belinda's life. Connect with Belinda on Instagram and her Website Connect with me on Instagram

Hey Friend, You can trust God to write your story! Be encouraged as Natalie shares how God moved her life in 2020! "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." Matthew 6:33-34 Connect with Natalie on Website and Podcast Connect with Me on Instagram

Hey Friend, This year and 2020 were full of surprises. Many were unpleasant surprises, but you know what? God is never taken by surprise! He has a redeeming purpose for everything. Nothing we experience is wasted. Listen as Jennifer shares her God moments of 2020! Connect with Me on Instagram Connect with Jennifer on Instagram and her Website "But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect." 1 Peter 3:15

Hey Friend, Lean in and listen as Holly shares how God has been so good to her family in 2020! “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." Blessings, Jacqueline Connect with me on Instagram Connect with Holly on Instagram

Hey Friend, Lean in and listen as Eboni shares what God taught her in 2020! "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Phil 4:6 Blessings, Jacqueline Connect with me Instagram Connect with Eboni on Instagram

Hey Friend, Lean in and listen as Jenn shares the God moment she experienced in 2020! “If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Mark 9:23 Blessings, Jacqueline Connect with me on Instagram Connect with Jenn on Instagram Visit Jenn’s Website

Hey Friend, Enjoy as Deitra shares the God moments she experienced in 2020! Psalm 9:1-2 "I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of your name, O Most High." Blessings, Jacqueline Connect with Deitra on Instagram Visit Deitra's Website Deitrabarkerlmft.com

Hey Friend! Have you exhaled from 2020 yet? Wherever you are right now I wanted to bring you some testimonies of good things that came out of 2020! Enjoy as Ronica shares how God showed up in her life in 2020! Blessings, Jacqueline Connect with me on Instagram Connect with Ronica on Instagram Listen to Ronica's Podcast Mama Trauma Psalms 1:3 "He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers."

Hey Friend! Have you taken the time to reflect on 2020 yet? Wherever you are right now I wanted to bring you this testimony of some good things that have come out of 2020! Enjoy as Tricia shares how God showed up and blessed her life in 2020! Blessings, Jacqueline Connect with Tricia on Facebook Visit Tricia's Website Tricia Prues Joshua 1:9 "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Whether you are just starting out, looking to grow your business, or trying to Niche your services you will benefit from listening to Ann shares how she was able to find clients and grow her business in Facebook groups. In this episode you discover: How to find clients from Facebook groups How to get testimonies when you're first starting out The importance of Niching Down Setting Boundaries in your business "Boundaries are your responsibility, you decide what is and isn't allowed in your business"-Ann Losinski Episode details HERE.

Hey Friends! Finding clients. It’s the hardest part of launching your virtual assistant business, right? Well, today, I’m giving you my best tips on how to overcome that hurdle and find your perfect client! Listen in as I share my tips... Make the most of your personal network Create and optimize your social media Join industry-specific Facebook groups Take a course Enjoy! Thought of the day: “The best investment is in the tool’s of one’s own trade.” Benjamin Franklin Connect with Jacqueline on Facebook Connect with Jacqueline on Instagram Are you loving this podcast? If this episode speaks to you, head over to iTunes and leave a rating and review. The more reviews and ratings the show receives, the more women looking for content like this are able to find and benefit from it.

Is your child learning virtually this school year? Are you preparing to send your child back to school after learning virtually? Listen in today as Donna B. Askew shares about her book and gives tips on how to successfully tackle this school year. Listen in as Donna and I discuss Having confidence as a parent and giving your child confidence Coping strategies for your family Identifying stress signs in your child Enjoy! Thought of the day: It’s easier to build strong children than to repair broken men. -Frederick Douglass Find the book: When The School Bell Rings Again on Donna’s website. Connect with Donna on: Facebook and Instagram Connect with Jacqueline on Facebook Connect with Jacqueline on Instagram Are you loving this podcast? If this episode speaks to you, head over to iTunes and leave a rating and review. The more reviews and ratings the show receives, the more women looking for content like this are able to find and benefit from it.

Is it really possible to be present with your kids and have a thriving business? I will tackle this topic and how it can be accomplished with a little savvy time management. How we manage our time can make or break the day. It’s vital to find or create small hacks that work with your lifestyle and help you take control of your day. Listen in as I share... Discipline and lead yourself Plan out your ideal day Prepare your children Rinse and Repeat Enjoy! Thought of the day: “A plan is what, a schedule is when. It takes both a plan and a schedule to get things done.” -Peter Turia Connect with Jacqueline on Facebook Connect with Jacqueline on Instagram Are you loving this podcast? If this episode speaks to you, head over to iTunes and leave a rating and review. The more reviews and ratings the show receives, the more women looking for content like this are able to find and benefit from it.

Do you dream of starting your own virtual assistant business? Do you get stuck in the details of where to start? Learn how you can map out the steps and start your business in just 30 days! Listen in as I share... Week 1: Set your foundations Week 2: Decide your service or industry Week 3: Start applying and find clients Week 4: Begin onboarding process Enjoy! Thought of the day: “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” -C.S. Lewis Join the Assistant Accelerator Course Connect with Jacqueline on Facebook Connect with Jacqueline on Instagram Are you loving this podcast? If this episode speaks to you, head over to iTunes and leave a rating and review. The more reviews and ratings the show receives, the more women looking for content like this are able to find and benefit from it.

Are you able to start a business and be present with your children? Listen in as I share... What it takes to start and grow online How much time it takes to start a freelance business What it takes to learn online Enjoy! Jacqueline Thought of the day: "There are five nonnegotiable characteristics that every effective leader must have: a sense of calling, an ability to communicate, creativity in problem solving, generosity, and consistency." John C. Maxwell Connect with Jacqueline on Facebook Connect with Jacqueline on Instagram Are you loving this podcast? If this episode speaks to you, head over to iTunes and leave a rating and review. The more reviews and ratings the show receives, the more women looking for content like this are able to find and benefit from it.

Hey Friends! Are you struggling to get things done, homeschool, and have some margin for enjoying your life? If you can relate Listen in. Today Tonya Shares with us some ways we can create time for friendships, homeschool, business, and family fun! Everything mentioned in the episode can be found:Cultivating Stress-Free Homeschool "Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom." Psalm

Today we're talking with the Brilliant women behind My Busy Bees and Me. Erica is an army wife and a homeschooling mother of children at various grade levels. She is a former High School teacher and a public health educator. You will hear her passion education and how she caters her teaching style to the learning style of each one of her children. You will get encouragement for the heart work of homeschooling. Episode highlights: Recommended books for Early readers, Middle Schoolers, and Highschoolers Why Diverse Education and Literature is incredible Valuable How to make learning engaging, interesting, and memorable What every mother should read for strength and encouragement Links: Diverse Reading List Homeschool Consultation Let's Be Friends! Connect with Erica on Instagram or Youtube! Connect with Me on Instagram! Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a review and help others find it! "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise." -Deuteronomy 6

Hey Friend!! In today's bonus episode, I'm answering the most frequently asked question these days, " How do you plan out your day while homeschooling and working from home? This is a work in progress. I believe in trying and adjusting as the seasons of life change. In this bonus episode, I share what I am currently doing and loving it! I hope this is helpful and gets your wheels turning on how you can optimize your day. Enjoy! Jacqueline Liked the episode please leave a review. Share something you enjoyed or plan to try in Stories and tag me @thejacquelinehoward

The very skills that make you a great mom also make you a great entrepreneur. Motherhood is a natural training ground for entrepreneurship. Would you like to make real money from home? You can begin making money online as a virtual assistant. Homeschool Moms and Stay ay home moms are finding success, confidence, friendships, and making money by starting a virtual assistant business. In today's episode, I share 3 reasons why you are a natural fit to be both an entrepreneur and a mom. Connect with me: Instagram @thejacquelinehoward Facebook Community Optimize to Scale Get on the Assistant Accelerator Waitlist "Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come." Proverbs #Mompreneur #entrepreneur #businessmoms #virtualassistant