Dalaina
Dalaina is a podcast for service providers who want to stop trading time for money and build businesses that scale with structure, clarity, and intention. Hosted by Dalaina, the show blends practical business strategy with a faith-led perspective, aimed at women seeking sustainable growth without burnout.
Episodes
40. I Reviewed 4 Master Resell Rights Courses. Here's My Take!
Dalaina shares her firsthand experience purchasing and reviewing four Master Resell Rights programs, breaks down what these courses actually teach (and what they leave out), and explains why so many women buy in and still never make a dime. She also pulls back the curtain on her own programs Jumpstart, She Scales, and 6 Figure Secrets, and how they're built differently.What You'll LearnWha
39. Does God Want Me to Be Rich?
Money can be one of the most uncomfortable topics for Christian women in business.We want to honor God.We want to stay humble.But we also feel called to build, lead, and grow.So the question arises often quietly: Does God want me to be rich?In this episode of Dalaina, we explore that tension honestly and biblically.Dalaina breaks down what Scripture does—and does not—say about wealth, why money it
38. The $5k–$10k Month Trap No One Talks About
If you’re a service provider consistently making $5k–$10k months but still feel stretched, capped, or unsure how to grow without burning out, this episode of Dalaina is for you.In this episode, Dalaina breaks down why this income stage often feels heavier instead of freeing—and why so many freelancers get stuck here longer than they expect. You’ll learn why more clients and more hustle don’t creat
37. The Real Reason You’re Burnt Out In Your Business
If you’ve ever thought, “I love what I do, but I’m exhausted,” this episode is for you.In this episode of Dalaina, we’re unpacking the real cause of burnout for service providers—and it has nothing to do with your workload.Hourly pricing creates pressure, caps your income, and ties your earning potential directly to how much you can physically work. Over time, that model leads to exhaustion, rese
36. Setting Up a Work From Home Schedule During The Holidays
Working through the holidays as a Virtual Assistant, freelancer, or service provider can feel impossible—but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, Dalaina Knight shares practical strategies to protect your peace and your paycheck. Learn how to set client boundaries, plan your holiday workload, create seasonal offers, and prepare your business for a strong 2026 start.What You’ll Learn in This Episod
35. 5 Unique Christmas Gifts To Give Your Clients
In today’s episode, I’m sharing my Top 5 Favorite Client Gifts that make your clients feel deeply appreciated, emotionally connected, and excited to keep working with you.These are the exact gifts I use in my own business — for onboarding, milestones, holidays, and surprise moments of delight. 🎁 THE 5 CLIENT GIFTS I SHARE IN THIS EPISODE✅ Ember Mug — A luxe, daily-use gift clients obsess over✅ Har
34. The Aisle 9 Breakdown That Changed My Entire Business: How Boundaries Saved My Sanity as a Service Provider
A few years ago, I had a full-blown meltdown in aisle 9 of Publix. I was six months pregnant, juggling multiple clients, bringing in $17k a month… and drowning in expectations I had accidentally created.One text from a client, “When the sun is up, you need to be on call for me,” sent my nervous system into panic mode. My heart was racing, my armpits were sweating, and everything inside me screamed
33. Black Friday Sales for Freelancers & Service Providers: What You Should and Shouldn’t Do
Black Friday is almost here and before you slash your prices or launch that “flash sale,” tune in. 🎧In this episode, Dalaina Knight, founder of Virtually Free Academy and 6 Figure Secrets, shares the truth about Black Friday for freelancers and service providers.You’ll learn why discounting your hourly services can actually hurt your business, how to think like a luxury brand (because Louis Vuitto
32. 3 Sales Shifts That Helped Me Land High-Paying Clients (Without Feeling Salesy)
After last week’s faith-filled return, we’re diving straight into something most Virtual Assistants struggle with—sales. But not just any kind of sales… sales that feel aligned, full of integrity, and actually work.In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the 3 sales shifts that helped me go from undercharging and second-guessing myself to confidently booking high-paying, aligned clients—w
31. Faith Over Fear: Building a Business That Trusts God First
After a year-long hiatus, The Virtually Free Podcast is back and we’re kicking things off with the truth behind hustle, burnout, and what it really means to let God lead your business. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I stepped away, how I lost my footing by relying on my own strength, and what it looks like to partner with God as the true CEO of your business.This isn’t just e
30. Elevate Your Virtual Assistant Business with a Professional Website
In this episode of the Virtually Free Podcast, we dive deep into the importance of having a professional website for your Virtual Assistant business. Host Dalaina Knight shares her journey of starting without a website and how creating one led to the explosive growth of her business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, Dalaina offers valuable insights on how to build a website th
29. How to Balance Work and Family as a Work From Home Mom
Summer is winding down, and the kids are heading back to school. As routines change, it’s crucial to find a balance between work and family life. Join us as we dive into strategies for setting boundaries, prioritizing tasks, and embracing flexibility to maintain a harmonious work-life balance.
Setting Clear Boundaries: Designating specific working hours and spaces to signal when you're unava
28. The Pros and Cons of Working for a Virtual Assistant Agency
Dalaina dives into the differences between being an independent virtual assistant versus a subcontractor for a virtual assistant agency. She covers the pros and cons, the good, the bad, the beautiful, the ugly—everything!
🔗 Links Mentioned:
Start Your Virtual Assistant Business: www.virtuallyfreeacademy.com/jumpstart
Scale Your Current Freelance Business to 6 Figures: www.virtuallyfreeacademy.com
27. How to Start Working From Home Immediately
Dalaina Knight shares her personal journey of transitioning from a traditional 9-to-5 job to starting a work-from-home business as a virtual assistant. She emphasizes the importance of building a business, rather than simply being a freelancer or virtual assistant, and highlights the value of financial independence and validation for her education and career choices.
She also provides insights on
26. Making the Most of the Slow Season: Summer Strategies for Virtual Assistants
In this episode of the Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina dives into the unique challenges and opportunities the summer season presents for virtual assistants. She discusses actionable strategies to attract new clients, enhance your skills, and optimize your business operations during this off-season.
Key Takeaways:
Leverage Social Media
Network at Summer Events
Offer Summer Specials
Ask fo
How I Became A Work From Home Mom Making 6 Figures a Year While Only Working Part-time
In this episode, Dalaina Knight shares her inspiring journey from being an administrator at a home health care agency to becoming a successful six-figure virtual assistant. Dalaina opens up about her struggles, triumphs, and the steps she took to create a thriving work-from-home career that allows her to be present for her children. She provides practical advice for aspiring virtual assistants, ti
How to Work From Home During the Summer with Kids
In this popular and highly requested episode, Dalaina shares her tried-and-true strategies for balancing work and family time during the summer break. Discover how she structures her day, maintains productivity, and ensures her kids have an unforgettable summer while she continues to grow her freelance business. Tune in for practical tips and insights to help you thrive as a work-from-home parent.
23. How to Apply to Work From Home Jobs as a Freelancer
In this episode, I tackle a common question: how to apply for work-from-home jobs. From where to find opportunities to crafting the perfect pitch, I'll share insights and strategies to help you land your dream gigs. Plus, stay tuned for details on my upcoming workshop and exciting program updates.
Timestamps:
03:44 - The Power of Bidding
Discover why Facebook groups are your goldmine for job
22. Are You Leaving Money On The Table As A Virtual Assistant & How To Hit 6 Figures By Summer
If you are a Virtual Assistant and you are NOT making 6 figures a year, you are leaving money on the table!
In this episode of the Virtually Free Podcast, I am sharing with you things you can do to maximize your profits and hit 6 figures by summer!
🔗Links Mentioned in This Episode:
www.virtuallyfreeacademy.com/summer
📲Come chat with Dalaina!
Instagram - @dalainamarkayknight
TikTok - @thevirtual
21. Your #1 Job as a Virtual Assistant and How It Can Land You New Clients
As Virtual Assistants, we are given numerous tasks from our clients, but the most important job is communication.
Today, I want to chat with you about why over-communication is essential when working remotely and how it impacts productivity, collaboration, overall job satisfaction, and even can land you more clients!
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina explains why communication
20. How to Land New Clients Fast in 2024
It's a new year and you have set some pretty big goals for 2024 and I can almost guarantee that includes landing new clients!
January is the perfect time to land new clients as freelancers and this episode is going to tell you why!
Today, I am sharing with you 5 things you can do today to start landing new clients quickly, including the magic words I say on every discovery call!
🔗Links Ment
19. How to Avoid Burnout As A Virtual Assistant
Entrepreneur burnout is a real thing, especially when you find yourself doing repetitive tasks. But there are steps you can take to prevent it!
Today, I am sharing with you tips to avoid burnout as a virtual assistant and how they can actually improve your quality of work!
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina shares how to avoid burnout as a Virtual Assistant!
Ready to step into
18. How to Keep Your Holiday Boundaries as a Virtual Assistant
The holidays are here and extra busy for Virtual Assistants. Balancing running our own business, our clients’ businesses, and still enjoying the magic can be challenging.
Today, I am showing you exactly how I prepare my schedule, team, and clients for my time off during the most wonderful time of the year.
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina will tell you her exact schedule fo
17: The Difference Between a Freelancer and an Employee: Money & Mindset
Ever feel like you are chained to your desk or phone as a Virtual Assistant? You got into this biz for freedom, but yet you find yourself working more! Maybe I need to remind you of the differences between an employee and a freelancer!
In this episode of the Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina explains the major differences between being a freelancer and an employee. Plus, she shares a personal stor
16: It's the Most Lucrative Time of the Year for Virtual Assistants
It’s the most lucrative time of the year for Virtual Assistants…well, almost! In September, there will be hundreds of new jobs posted by online entrepreneurs who are gearing up for the holiday season, making August the perfect to get started!
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina expands on why August is the best month to get started as a Virtual Assistant and how you can do it i
15: My Must Haves When Traveling For Work
I don’t travel often for business, but when I do, I like to keep my routine the same! Recently I traveled to Miami with my husband for work and had 4 whole days to explore the city, work, and take some me time. It was...magical!
There are a few things I cannot leave the house without if I am working while traveling!
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina shares her travel must h
14: What to Do After a Client Fires You and How to Recover
Have you ever been…fired? 😅 I have! Yep - sometimes clients just do not work out, or things happen, and your contract gets terminated. It happens, and there is no reason to feel ashamed.
Feel the feels but quickly get back up because life isn’t stopping for a pity party!
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina shares her own experiences of short-notice contract terminations, being
13. 5 Things to Do When You Feel Like Quitting Your Business
Everyone, at some point in their career, has felt like quitting. It can be hard and lonely sometimes as an entrepreneur, especially if you are the only one cheering you on!
The ups and downs can wear you out quickly if you don’t have the right mindset.
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina shares how she kept going in the early stages of starting her Virtual Assistant business e
12. Why You Need a Business Coach to Get to the Next Level
Let’s face it - we don’t know it all…Sure, we might know a lot and be able to get to $4,000 or $6,000 months, but we will never have all the answers.
Even as a business coach myself, I have questions within my business that require a new perspective and business guidance!
I don’t care if you are making millions of dollars a year or shoot millions in a month, everyone needs a mentor and a communi
11. How to Tell When You Are Overbooked and Underpaid
Have you ever just sat at your computer and stared at the screen? You feel like you have so much to do that you have no idea where to start??
That, my friend, is called being overbooked! It can sneak right up on you without you even knowing. How do I know, you ask? Well, I was once in your shoes!
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina is revealing how to know if you are overbooked
10. 3 Ways to Up-level Your Life and Ultimately Your Business
Being a freelancer means being a business owner! It’s exciting, and it also requires a different mindset. You are going against the norm in our society by leaving the 9-5 grind and becoming Virtually Free.
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina gives you three ways that she up-levels her life from the norm daily!
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09. How to Get New Clients Weekly
Keeping a constant stream of warm leads is key when it comes to being a freelancer. You never know when business will change for a client or even yourself! Avoid being in a panic when you lose a client by keeping a trail of warm leads!
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina is sharing how to get clients every single week by using her fail-proof networking method!
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08. How To Get Testimonials (Even If You Don't Have Any Clients Yet!)
Testimonials are vital for your portfolio and website. They showcase that people have used your services before and were impressed enough with you to take time out of their busy day to write you a review! If you want more clients, you need testimonials.
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina is sharing how to get testimonials, when to ask for them, and how to get them when you don
07. Why You Shouldn't Niche Down Your First Year Of Business
Every coach will tell you if you want to make more money, you need to niche down…well, I am telling you the exact opposite! I didn’t niche down for the first year, and I am SO GLAD I didn’t. Listen to episode 7 to find out why!
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina expands on why she believes you should not niche down for the first year of your freelance career.
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06. How To Work From Home When Your Kids Are On A School Break
Working from home while your kids are on any sort of break from school can be hard, especially if you have been working alone at home for any amount of time.
In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina shares five tips to stay on top of your business and tasks while still being intentional and present with your kids!
Learn how she became a work-from-home mom and started bringing in 6 f
05. You Were Not Made To Be Fearful: The Mindset Of A Freelancer
Mindset is everything! Don’t let imposter syndrome or the fear of what others might think of you hold you back from making changes in your life that could potentially set you Virtually Free!
In this episode, Dalaina covers the mindset of a freelancer, imposter syndrome, and the truth that you are fearfully and wonderfully made!
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04. How to Work From Home with a Newborn
Having a newborn and being a freelancer can be challenging, but it is more than doable! With the right support and mindset, nothing is impossible!
In the episode, Dalaina discusses four ways that she continued to work within and grow her business during the newborn stages of her children.
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03. 6 Red Flags to Look for When Applying to Work From Home Jobs
In this episode, Dalaina covers 6 red flags to look for when applying to work-from-home jobs!
There are so many scammers online, and when you are just starting out, if you’re anything like I was, you are applying to job postings like crazy to be able to work from home. It can be easy to apply to a scam. So here are 6 red flags to look for when applying to work-from-home jobs!
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02. 3 Things Your Portfolio Needs To Land The Client
In this episode, Dalaina covers the 3 most important things you MUST have in your portfolio in order to be a successful freelancer and get a call back for an interview!
Want Dalaina to give you free feedback on your portfolio? Email your portfolio to support@dalainaknight.com!
Links mentioned in the episode:
www.dalainaknight.com/workfromhomemom
https://www.facebook.com/groups/960492677336904
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01. How I Became a Work From Home Mom
Ever wonder what a Virtual Assistant or a Freelancer is? In this episode of The Virtually Free Podcast, Dalaina shares with you what a Virtual Assistant is, how Dalaina became a work-from-home mom and started bringing in 6 figures a year, working less than 20 hours per week, and how you can do it too!
Links mentioned in the episode:
www.dalainaknight.com/wfhm
Free Resources to Get Started as a V
Trailer
I was created to be a mama, & just like you, I wanted to be home with my kids while contributing to my family's household income.
I’m Dalaina! A 6 figure Virtual Assistant turned coach to help mamas and women just like you learn how to utilize skills they already have to create their own businesses from home with their babies by their side, all while working less than 20 hours a week.
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