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127. VA Spotlight: How Virtual Assistant Diana Luna Went From Welding to a 5K/Month Freedom Business
Wednesday, 5 August, 2026
In this episode of Booked Out with Bre, I am so honored to introduce you to one of our incredible full-ride scholarship winners, Diana Luna! For my birthday this year, I wanted to pay it forward by offering two scholarships to the VA Leadership Academy, and out of 157 applications, Diana’s story was one that I simply couldn't ignore. Diana spent 10 years in the trades as a welder—a job she loved but one that demanded 50 to 60 hours a week. As a single mom with a son who has specific needs, that kind of rigidity just wasn't sustainable. She was even pursuing an associate degree in small business, but between student loans and the time commitment, she realized she needed a faster, more flexible pathway to income. Here is what I dive into with Diana: Her journey from the sparks of the welding shop to the digital world of the virtual assistant industry. The raw reality of trying to balance a demanding trade job, college, and motherhood on three hours of sleep. Why she decided to trade a traditional 9-to-5 mindset for the autonomy of being her own boss. How the VA Leadership Academy is giving her the "college experience" for the online business world without the student debt. Her big 5K month celebration goal: a peaceful nature vacation in a Wisconsin state park with her son. Diana’s best advice for women who have big dreams but feel weighed down by their current circumstances. Diana is the definition of a hard worker who isn't afraid to meet life's challenges head-on. If you are a business owner looking for a dedicated, brilliant, and heart-led person to join your team, you definitely want to get to know Diana. Tune in to hear how she is building her dream life one step at a time! Episode Outline: Introduction: Meet full-ride scholarship winner Diana Luna (00:02) Bre Cain’s birthday mission: Paying it forward to the virtual assistant community (00:12) The scholarship experience: Openjoy and a flow of emotions (01:14) Diana’s background: 10 years as a professional welder (02:58) The challenge of rigid schedules and the need for another income outlet (03:20) Why the online space is the best option for single parents (03:48) The transition from a small business degree to the virtual assistant world (04:35) Burnout and the sustainability of traditional school systems (05:24) Laying the foundation: Applying education to a remote career (06:10) The 5K month benchmark: A vacation to celebrate time with her son (07:42) Diana’s first impressions of the VA Leadership Academy (09:41) Diana’s advice: Pursuing dreams and the importance of consistency (10:52) How action builds confidence and motivates you to keep pushing (11:15) A call to founders: Why Diana is a powerhouse for your team (11:55) Closing remarks and how to celebrate Diana’s journey (12:21) Connect with Diana: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dianasdigitaldesk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianas.digital.desk Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/-dianaluna Website: https://dianasdigitaldesk.com/ Ways to Work with Me: Follow Me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/heyitsbrecain/ Mom X VA Free Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/momxva Apply for the VA Leadership Academy https://caincollectivellc.com/valaapplication Book a Free Dream Team Design Session (for founders building with Team) https://www.breannacain.com/iconandlightningbookacall If you enjoyed this episode, I would love it so much if you left a rating and review! This helps us reach more women looking to become a virtual assistant, book out their business, and scale beyond their wildest dreams.
