http://www.ashleabrayva.com.au/

Ashlea Bray Creative Studio, East Perth (2025)

08/12/2023

✨ BODY DOUBLING SESSIONS ✨
This could be the PERFECT solution for your biz!

Does this sound like you?

▶️ You have ⭐GRAND IDEAS⭐ about getting your branding consistent across your business visuals. You just haven't gotten to it....yet.

▶️ You're in the early stages of setting up your biz and are OVERWHELMED by the branding & visuals! A fresh perspective can get you back on track. Let's simplify the process for you!

▶️ YOU HAVE A FEAR OF COMMITMENT. You've been thinking that working with a VA sounds amazing, but you're not quite ready to commit on an ongoing basis 🙈.

I got you!

No extensive contracts.
No locked-in monthly hours.
No lengthy onboarding process.
No ongoing costs to your biz.

📅 Just book as required! 📅

These sessions are designed to provide the support and focus you need. ✨ Let's make your goals a reality, one productive session at a time! 💻✨

Find out more, LINK IN BIO!

07/12/2023

This year I had the privilege of working with .co, creator of the wonderful Honest Biz Events ☕.
Jessie had some kind words to share, and I couldn't be more grateful for her support. Thank you Jessie! It was an absolute pleasure 🥰.

If you haven't been along to an Honest Biz Brunch (or Lunch🍔), I highly recommend! They are a beautiful safe space that Jessie creates for businesswomen. These events are always welcoming, heartwarming, and attended by women who are not only inspiring but genuinely supportive too ❤

13/10/2023

If you saw my recent post announcing my new service offering,
✨1:1 Body Doubling Sessions designed to help get you back on track
and support you in achieving your creative vision, ✨ you may have
been wondering;

What is Body Doubling?

You have possibly seen the term floating around on Social Media.
Essentially, body doubling is working on a task in the presence of another person. It is a technique often used by ADHD'ers, with great benefit, but can work for anyone!

So, how can this help you and your biz?
There are many AMAZING benefits to BODY DOUBLING!
SWIPE ▶️▶️ to learn 5 reasons you may love this service!

02/10/2023

✨ NEW SERVICE: COMING SOON ✨

Introducing a unique 1:1 service for those struggling with their creative direction!

While researching accommodations to help me stay focused and on the right path, I came across the term 'Body Doubling.' A tool used by many ADHDers to increase focus and productivity.

I realised that this tool could be invaluable for business owners because accountability can be tricky when you are your own boss.
Being your own boss, and being in control of your own time and energy has some amazing benefits! It does however also mean that...you are in control of your own time and energy.

So what's better than having someone to keep you company and on task while you work?
Someone who can also do some of the work for you!

I am in the process of piecing together this service; Body Doubling sessions designed to get you back on track, providing on-the-spot support to help you achieve your creative vision and get your business visuals in sync.

Let me know in the comments 🔽 if this is something that could help you and your business!

More details soon 🥰

02/10/2023

So happy with this client feedback!
It's always great to hear that your work is appreciated and well-received 🥰

"We love the branding Ashlea created for us. It's perfect for our business and we get a lot of compliments about it." - New Look Interiors

Also love seeing their Logo embroidered onto their work shirts, demonstrating how effective the design is and how it can be used in various aspects of their business 😊

02/10/2023

How are you feeling today? 💙

Reconnect to the present moment with this simple but powerful technique.
Ground yourself in those moments of mental chaos 😰 by naming;

✨ 5 things you can SEE.
✨ 4 things you can TOUCH.
✨ 3 things you can HEAR.
✨ 2 things you can SMELL.
✨ 1 thing you can TASTE.

I’ve experienced anxiety for most of my adult life, and it makes so much more sense now that I know I have ADHD. My brain is constantly inundated with thoughts; analysing and processing every little detail around me.

I’m gradually learning new ways to cope with the overwhelm.
It may seem simple, but this technique is a valuable resource to have in your pocket as it can be used anytime and anywhere [It's a great one for kids too!]

⭐SAVE⭐ this post for future reference and let me know if you'll be adding this technique to your tool kit 🥰

02/10/2023

Last month I made the decision to rebrand as a ‘Creative VA.’
What does this mean?
My services will now focus on design, and the creative components of business admin.

For example;

▶ Social Media:
Branded Canva Templates, Social Media Posts, Instagram Carousels, Infographics, Sourcing Stock Images, Social Media Cover Images, Instagram Highlight Covers, Scheduling Assistance.

▶ General Admin:
Email Templates, Canva Templates | Docs, Set up Brand Hub in Canva Pro, Pinterest [Repurpose SM Posts], Mood Boards, Newsletter Templates

▶ Software Accessibility | Proficiency:
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Express, Canva Pro, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, Asana

This will allow me to dedicate more time and resources to upskilling, and ultimately provide a more efficient and thorough service to my clients 😊

02/10/2023

I was recently given the opportunity to design a logo for a new business and present them with a full logo suite and brand guidelines (a first for me 🙏).

I had been teaching myself how to use Adobe Illustrator, and hadn't touched it for months.
I almost canceled my subscription 🤯

Getting back into designing really prompted me to niche down and focus on creating, seeing how much I enjoyed the whole process. Giving myself permission to follow my dreams 💕

Swipe to see what I created ➡️ ➡️ ➡️

02/10/2023

Introducing 'Ashlea Bray Creative Studio!' 🥳

Full disclosure?
I actually launched my VA Biz nearly two years ago.

Despite having 14 years of admin experience, and experience providing support for a team of staff, it has taken me more than a little while to find my feet.

I started this business in the midst of a mental health battle, which has seen a lot of self-discovery and an eventual ADHD diagnosis late last year.

Getting diagnosed in my mid-thirties has been a rollercoaster! Finally having answers to questions I've been wondering about myself for my entire adult life.
It has been an extensive process with a lot of self-reflection and learning new strategies to overcome struggles and manage day-to-day life.

In building this new knowledge, understanding & accepting there is a reason my brain works differently (something I've known for a really long time!), I've been able to realign my business goals from a neurodivergent perspective.

And now? It feels like I'm just getting started!

Firstly, I am leaning into my creative side.
I've rebranded my biz; 'Ashlea Bray Creative Studio,' and I'm streamlining my services in more of a 'design & create' direction. Design and creativity is my jam, so it's what I'll be sticking with!

Secondly, along with realigning my services, I'll also be introducing a unique 1:1 service for those struggling with their creative direction. Stay tuned!

29/11/2021

⭐ 5 Facts about me! 🌟
Hi there! I recently hit 100 followers on Instagram and thought I'd share a few things about me so you can get to know me a bit more 🙂

1. I studied Horticulture and Landscaping my first year out of high school, and went on to become a Landscape Designer (I even learnt to brick pave and build limestone walls).

2. The creative/designer in me has had me obsessed with the switch game Animal Crossing since its release last year and actually reminded me of why I needed creativity in my work role to be fulfilled.

3. Last year I started studying photography and love being able to use my own photos for my content. 📷
I only got my first DSLR in my thirties, as for the longest time despite loving photography, I believed I couldn't be a photographer! (Here's to breaking down and overcoming our own personal limiting beliefs 🥂💪)

4. The last two years have been massive for personal growth for me. Working through my Anxiety and building enough confidence to pursue a new career path as my own boss. I set up and started my business in the midst of my own mental health battles and there were times where it was hard to believe I could even make it this far.

5. I want to advocate for mental health, as my perspective in this area has changed so much. I truly believe my journey with my own mental health has made me a more empathetic and compassionate person and I'd love to be able to help small business owners who are struggling with overwhelm and mindset 🥰

Ash x

28/10/2021

For anyone who needs to hear this 💜

I know.
Sometimes we feel stuck.
Sometimes other people make life look SO easy.
Sometimes it's hard to see the bigger picture, the light at the end of the tunnel.
Sometimes all we can do is take one step at a time, which makes it hard to notice our progress.

Remember, celebrate ALL your wins. Every achievement, every milestone, every...step...of...the...way. It might not seem like a lot, but progress is progress 💙

This is your reminder to stop, and look back.
See how far you have come? 🥳

24/10/2021

Hi, I'm Ashlea, I have 12 years experience in administration, many of those providing support to a team of staff.

I have a high level of attention to detail, and thrive off variety. I am a creative at heart, and whilst my previous job provided the stability and flexibility I needed when first raising our family, after having our last child in early 2019 I knew that it was time to move on and create a bigger plan for the future.

So, my first goal? As many of us may have done in 2020, I needed to redefine my definition of success. In my own terms, what will it take for me to consider myself successful? Ultimately, for me this means being HAPPY. That's it!

I thought about the times I was truly happy...and realised that my happiness depended on creating a more balanced lifestyle. The perfect mix of work, leisure and of course FAMILY. I suspect many of my clients and potential clients feel the same way!

So I'm here to help! By taking away some of the tedious every day tasks that quite frankly do NOT bring you any joy.

You can then take the time to work out what's really important and allow yourself to focus on your own goals, to rebuild your lifestyle and grow your business in a more intentional way! So if you're struggling in your business, get in touch! I'd love to chat with you about how I can help you! 💜

07/10/2021

Work-life Balance ⚖️

How are you feeling about your current situation?
I believe that finding the balance that works for us, is the key to a happy and content life.
This is going to look different for everyone! Finding our own balance is the success.
If you run your own small business, it can be really easy to get caught up in - without the
boundaries of a 9-5. You set your own hours, but are you allowing yourself enough time to
relax and wind down or are you burning the candle at both ends?

I'm here to help small business owners free up some of their time, by taking on some
of their admin. What tasks are you doing in your business, that you could outsource?

30/09/2021

⭐ Why did I start my Virtual Assistant Business? ⭐

🕐 FLEXIBILITY - I spent many years in my last job working from home, and the flexibility it allows became a really integral aspect of creating the work/home/life balance we strive for.
Less travel, and being closer to my kids school made the juggle a lot more achievable!
💻 VARIETY - I thrive off variety; learning new tech, finding solutions, setting goals and getting creative.
📷 CREATIVITY - I started my career as a Landscape designer many years ago, and definitely missed the design/creative aspect in my work. I absolutely wanted to make it a part of my business.
I've been studying photography for the last year, and really enjoy creating content/graphics. As my business evolves I hope to move in this direction.

I realised becoming a VA would help me achieve all of this, so it just made sense 💜

23/09/2021

I'm sure we all have those tasks on our to do list that just seem to sit there.
We move them from list to list, cross them out, rewrite them at a later date, never quite the right
moment to get it done.
Or, in business these can be our ideas, that brew in the back of our minds, circling, waiting for us to bring them to life. Either because we are not sure how, or we simply can't find the time.

What are you putting off in your business?
If you found the time, what could you achieve?

13/09/2021

It's LAUNCH DAY! 🥳

YES!! I've FINALLY reached a point where I'm ready to launch my business!!!
How am I feeling? Both nervous & excited. 🧐

I started this little venture WAY back in March so honestly this has been a long time coming. I was more than a little naïve about what was involved in setting up a business when I started, but the process has been SO incredibly important for growth, building confidence in myself and building a foundation that will set up my business a lot more long-term than I originally envisaged.

I am so excited to get started, meet new people, learn new skills and move my career in a more creative direction.
Happy Monday 💜

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