When a leader in the Virtual Assistant (VA) industry integrates MY PA into their toolkit, it’s truly an honour. Amanda Johnson, a respected VA coach, mentor, and trainer, has been using MY PA since 2020 to stay organised, strategic, and focused. Her approach reveals how MY PA serves as a valuable tool for business growth and personal clarity.
This year, I had the privilege of sitting down with Amanda over Zoom to learn more about her story and how MY PA has become an essential part of her life and work. Her insights highlighted the ways in which MY PA supports not just day-to-day organisation but also long-term planning and reflection.
A Bit About Amanda
Amanda Johnson is a powerhouse in the VA world. With a 23-year background as a Royal Navy Logistics Officer, Amanda brings vast experience and commitment to excellence to her work as a VA coach and trainer. She’s the head of the Virtual Assistant Training Academy®, an Advisory Board Member for the Society of Virtual Assistants, and organiser of the UK VA Conference. Known for her genuine, no-nonsense advice, Amanda empowers VAs to build meaningful, successful businesses.
Why Amanda Chooses MY PA Amanda first purchased the MY PA Planner in 2020 and has found it an ideal fit for her organisational style. Known for her focus on planning and structure, she appreciates how MY PA supports her ability to work “on” her business instead of just “in” it. For Amanda, MY PA’s layout and features help clarify the bigger picture.
“I’m a bit of a control freak and love planning on paper. MY PA lets me step back and focus on the bigger picture, not just daily tasks,” Amanda says.
Essential Features for VAs and Business Owners For Amanda, MY PA’s flexibility is invaluable. She uses MY PA for high-level planning, event tracking, and capturing ideas for social media posts aligned with business themes and awareness days. The planner makes it easy for her to focus on what matters most —her goals as a business owner.
“The planner allows me to review the previous year, set priorities for the future, and stay aligned with my vision. It’s a fantastic tool for reflecting, planning, and making time for myself,” she shares.
Supporting VAs at the Virtual Assistant Training Academy Amanda’s influence extends beyond her personal use of MY PA, as the VAs she trains also benefit from her organised approach. She notes that MY PA supports her in tracking KPIs, monitoring social media growth, and staying on top of important events. Additionally, Amanda uses the connections list to track Discovery Calls and 1:2:1 meetings, helping her stay engaged with potential clients and collaborators. Amanda tailors her planning to each unique event or project, showing how MY PA accommodates a variety of styles and needs.
Amanda’s Personalised Planning Routine Each week, Amanda reviews her past week’s activities, notes new ideas, and tracks renewal dates for business software. The finance tracker, Idea Vault, and annual review sections keep her business structured and forward-focused.
For other VAs, her advice is simple: “A physical planner keeps things simple. Having my thoughts and goals in one place allows me to cross-reference easily and stay organised without relying solely on technology.”
Why MY PA Stands the Test of Time Amanda keeps each year’s planner as a record of her business’s journey. Using MY PA, she tracks goals, maps out priorities, and adjusts her plans as needed, allowing her to think and plan strategically away from screens.
“My favourite part is the ability to review past years and see how far I’ve come. I can take MY PA anywhere and stay focused on the big picture,” she says.
A Planner That Empowers Entrepreneurs Amanda Johnson’s use of MY PA exemplifies the planner’s impact and versatility. Her success with MY PA reflects our belief that effective planning is about creating focus, resilience, and adaptability. When a leader in the VA industry trusts MY PA, it’s clear this planner is designed for anyone serious about their business.
At MY PA, we’re proud to support Amanda and countless other entrepreneurs dedicated to growth, leadership, and inspiration.
Here’s to planning for success—just like Amanda. To learn more about Amanda and her business, you can visit her website here.
If you’d like to see how MY PA Planner can transform your business and life, download a free PDF today.