“She’s a Task Ninja!”
How Jay Scaled Smarter with a Virtual Assistant
Behind Every Successful Leader – Episode 3: Jay Chopra PhD on Building Structure and Scale with a VA
In this episode of Behind Every Successful Leader, Holly Copsey sits down with leadership expert Jay Chopra, PhD, founder of Making Shift Happen, to explore how working with a Virtual Assistant has helped him scale his business and reclaim valuable time and focus.
Jay shares how his VA, Victoria, has played a central role in building infrastructure, implementing tools like monday.com, and supporting his journey as a thought leader. What started as a small test quickly turned into a powerful partnership – transforming the way Jay operates, communicates, and delivers value to his clients.
Together, they dive into the mindset shift that comes with delegation, the importance of trust in a VA relationship, and why empowering your virtual support (rather than micromanaging) leads to stronger results.
For purpose-driven business owners looking to grow without burning out, this episode is full of actionable insight, inspiration, and proof that the right VA is truly “virtually priceless.”
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How Jay shifted from a reactive to a scalable business model with VA support
- Why building systems (like monday.com) can transform your workflow
- How a VA can elevate your thought leadership and personal brand
- The importance of trust, autonomy, and clarity in remote collaboration
- Tips for first-timers on finding the right VA and where to begin
🎥 Watch the episode above to learn how smart delegation and structured support can help you do more of what matters.
Connect with Jay Chopra & Making Shift Happen
🔗 Jay on LinkedIn
🌐 Website
📸 Instagram
📘 Facebook
💬 Making Shift Happen on LinkedIn
📚 The Honesty Box Project Group
Connect with Jay’s VA, Victoria Lincoln:
🔗 Victoria on LinkedIn