MWH 482 : I Let a VA Go and My Worst Fears Came True

In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal leadership moment from the early years of my business: the first time I had to let a team member go.

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She was my virtual assistant and she’d been with me for over a year. But the business had outgrown her role and deep down, I knew it.

I dreaded the conversation. I feared it would be emotional. And when I finally had it, my worst fears came true.

This episode is for every woman building a business who’s navigating team growth, leadership, and tough decisions behind the scenes. I want you to know: you’re not alone and these moments shape us into better, stronger CEOs.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The emotional and practical challenges of letting a VA go
• How my worst fears came true and what I learnt through the experience
• Early red flags that someone might not be the right fit for your business
• How to approach difficult conversations with compassion and clarity
• The importance of balancing self-reflection and intuition in decision making
• Mindset shifts that help you move through discomfort as a leader

Let me know if this episode resonates with you. Have you ever had to let someone go? I’d love to hear your story… send me a message on Instagram @mumswithhustle or at hello@mumswithhustle.com.

Until next week, stay happy in your hustle.

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