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In today’s episode of Vision to Grow, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of growing a service-based business: hiring offshore virtual assistants.

I'm setting the record straight on what it really takes to build a business that scales - without getting burned by inconsistent freelancers or overpromising agencies.

Here’s the deal: if you’re handing off hiring and hoping someone else will fix your business for you… you’re setting yourself up to lose. I'll run you through how to own your systems, your hiring, and your management - so your business can actually grow beyond you.

Inside this episode:

✨ The biggest myths about outsourcing—and what no one tells you
✨ Why not every role should be offshored (and which ones must stay in-house)
✨ The real risks of using Fiverr, Upwork, and VA agencies for long-term hires
✨ How to treat your VAs like empowered operators, not order-takers
✨ The power of documented, repeatable systems to scale with confidence
✨ What the Ultimate Offshore VA System is - and how it changes the game

If you’re serious about building a business that doesn’t rely on micromanagement or magical hires, this episode will give you the clarity and structure you need to move forward.

Let’s build a business that grows - because of you, not in spite of you.

Update from your Hiring Advantage Podcast host Chrissy.

Hiring Advantage has expanded into Grow Advantage! New podcast episodes are coming in 2025.

Don't worry - Chrissy is still your go-to for all things People and Teams but our services are expanding!

If you haven't already come say hey to me on Insta -

https://www.instagram.com/grow_with_chrissy?igsh=MXVsdThqcWZrYTJ0Ng==

Find out more about us at www.growadvantage.com.au

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In today’s episode of Vision to Grow, I’m diving into one of the biggest traps service-based business owners fall into: trying to hire that one “unicorn” team member who can do it all.

Here’s the truth - unicorn hires don’t scale your business. They keep you stuck in founder babysitting mode, blur your authority, and stop your growth before it even starts.

If you’re relying on one magical person (or a patchwork of subcontractors) to run your core operations, it’s time to shift. In this episode, I walk you through how to step into real ownership of your business, by building smart systems, hiring intentionally, and letting go of the fantasy that one perfect hire will fix everything.

Inside this episode:

✨ Why hiring unicorns is keeping you small (and stressed)
✨ How to transition from reactive hiring to intentional team-building
✨ What it really takes to create scalable, sustainable systems
✨ The legal hiring practices you need to know (especially in Australia)
✨ Why documenting your processes is the most powerful thing you can do
✨ The mindset shift from founder hustle to strategic leadership

If you’re ready to stop micromanaging, ditch the chaos, and actually grow your business with confidence - this episode is your first step.

Let’s build something that doesn’t rely on luck. Let’s build something that lasts.

Update from your Hiring Advantage Podcast host Chrissy.

Hiring Advantage has expanded into Grow Advantage! New podcast episodes are coming in 2025.

Don't worry - Chrissy is still your go-to for all things People and Teams but our services are expanding!

If you haven't already come say hey to me on Insta -

https://www.instagram.com/grow_with_chrissy?igsh=MXVsdThqcWZrYTJ0Ng==

Find out more about us at www.growadvantage.com.au

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In today's episode of Vision to Grow, I sit down with Eva Hall, founder of Clean The Nest, to unpack what it really takes to grow a thriving service business without burning out.

What started as a simple Facebook post turned into a waitlisted, premium residential cleaning company - and a whole new chapter of leadership for Eva. From managing a growing team to setting boundaries and letting go of control, Eva shares the real behind-the-scenes of scaling up and stepping back.

Together we reflect on our strategic partnership, the mindset shifts that unlocked growth, and the lessons Eva’s learned about building a values-driven company while protecting her time, energy, and vision.

Inside this episode:

✨ How Eva turned a one-woman operation into a 12-person team in under two years
✨ The growing pains of leadership - and how she learned to let go
✨ Why investing in systems and team culture was the key to scaling
✨ The big-picture vision for Clean The Nest as a home solutions empire
✨ What finally made it possible for Eva to take that well-earned holiday

If you're feeling stretched too thin but know your business is capable of more, this episode is your permission slip to pause, delegate, and grow with intention.

Connect with Eva

Website: cleanthenest.com.au/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/cleanthenest/

Update from your Hiring Advantage Podcast host Chrissy.

Hiring Advantage has expanded into Grow Advantage! New podcast episodes are coming in 2025.

Don't worry - Chrissy is still your go-to for all things People and Teams but our services are expanding!

If you haven't already come say hey to me on Insta -

https://www.instagram.com/grow_with_chrissy?igsh=MXVsdThqcWZrYTJ0Ng==

Find out more about us at www.growadvantage.com.au

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