For a long time, I believed leadership meant having all the answers. I thought being a “good leader” meant being composed at all times, emotionally neutral, and always one step ahead.

It turns out, that belief wasn’t making me a stronger leader. It was slowly burning me out. In this blog, I share the real turning point in my leadership journey and how it shaped my Virtual Assistant business.

I’m about to have two babies under 15 months. I run two businesses. And I have no intention of working more than 35–40 hours a week. My capacity is the highest it’s ever been, but I’m okay with that. Here’s what I’m doing to protect it now more than ever so I can continue to scale without burning out.

Last summer, I made one of the riskiest decisions I’ve ever made in business. It wasn’t easy, and honestly, I was questioning if we were going to be doomed after this. But in the end, I’m so glad I trusted my gut. Here’s a peek at how I took a major plunge - even when it felt scary - and made it out on the other side of success.

We rarely use the word failure at Champagne Collective. Because every "failure" we had in 2025 turned out to be the catalyst for something better.

Here are a few of the hardest lessons 2025 taught us - in real-life terms.

Referrals are the secret weapon behind sustainable growth.
This blog post breaks down how trust, consistency, and integrated support turn client relationships into long-term momentum without relying on constant launches or viral social posts.

A behind-the-scenes look at how Champagne Collective handles mistakes with transparency, accountability, and leadership - and why clients trust us more because of it.

Every December, the online space turns into a highlight reel.

And yes, those moments deserve to be acknowledged. But here’s the truth most business owners don’t share online:

The hardest parts of entrepreneurship never make the grid.

Welcome to the side of the story no one talks about… and the part that might matter most as you walk into 2026.

Empowered CEOs don’t choose between success and sanity. Learn how smarter leadership, strong systems, and true balance let you thrive in business and life.

Running a virtual assistant business means juggling many moving parts: clients, tasks, deadlines, and communication.

And while we love a good to-do list, these three systems keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Here is a look at the three systems that keep Champagne Collective running like clockwork (and keep us sane) after almost ten years in business.

The incredible women I work with have profoundly shaped my understanding of growth, confidence, and resilience as a business owner.

Their powerful influence elevates everyone around them, fostering an environment where we can all rise. I feel incredibly lucky to learn from these inspiring powerhouses.

Here are some of the amazing and meaningful lessons they have taught me.

It’s 2025! If you dream of scaling to six or seven figures this year, you might think you need a team to do so. A well-trained and qualified team is a valuable resource, but that doesn’t mean that it’s the right time for you to hire. Before you put the pedal to the floor and begin hiring team members, there are a few things you need to seriously consider.

POV: You outsource tasks in your business to help you grow. That’s amazing! BUT. . . That doesn’t mean your service provider is responsible for your sales. Your team isn't going to generate six figures in sales for you alone. As a business owner, you are responsible for showing up, engaging with your audience, and driving sales. So, how can you increase sales in your business with the help of your team?

There are so many lessons to learn if you want to see success in your business and life. Today, I’m sharing three of the biggest lessons I wish I had learned sooner to help you see success faster.

Growth demands a lot more than a one-woman show. It requires support, collaboration, and a team to lift you up.⁠ Scaling isn't just about expanding your reach; it's about building a sustainable structure that can withstand the tests of time. Let’s build a team to help you create more freedom and the sustainable success you desire.

Are you a business owner with a team that struggles to let go, put the trust in them, and operate from an abundance mindset? So often, I hear entrepreneurs preaching that they live in an abundance mindset, yet they constantly try to micromanage their team and question their integrity. The truth is, this is killing more than just your team’s creativity, it’s killing your business, too! Read on to learn 5 ways to promote an abundance mindset within your team!

Succession plans may not be every business owner’s favourite topic, but trust me… they’re vital to the success and longevity of your business. The truth is, you can’t predict the future or control everything that happens with your team. However, what you can do is have a plan to keep going, no matter what your business throws at you. Read on to learn why you need a succession plan in your business and how to set this up for success!

Do you feel constantly tied down by work and like you have to take work with you everywhere you go? Whether it’s a girl’s weekend, a family vacation, or a random Tuesday that you are offline, you deserve to enjoy life, recharge, and turn work-mode OFF. Read on to learn how to stop taking work with you everywhere and which systems you need in place to make this happen. 

In order to be a great leader, you must build up the people who help build your business. Not only is it important to ensure that your team feels happy, inspired, and fulfilled in their work, but the more you get to know them and build them up, the more they’ll be able to grow in their roles and bring more success into the business. Read on for 5 tips for getting to know your team better so you can create a business run by people who are thriving.