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Meet Nia: How I Built the Ultimate Virtual Assistant with ChatGPT (And Why You Should Too)

 

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Meet Nia: How I Built the Ultimate Virtual Assistant with ChatGPT (And Why You Should Too)

After searching for a virtual assistant to no avail, I built the perfect partner—using AI. Here's how I named her Nia, gave her a seat in my ecosystem, and turned a handful of habits into an empire-in-progress.

The Search That Led to Nia



For months, I searched for a virtual assistant. I wanted someone who could help me organize my thoughts, clarify my weekly goals, and support the ecosystem I was quietly building behind the scenes. I posted ads. I explored freelance boards. I reached out to referrals. Nothing clicked.

I needed someone reliable. Fast. Disciplined. Smart enough to keep up with the vision.

And after all that searching, it hit me.

What if my assistant wasn’t a person?

What if my assistant was already here?

That's when I turned to ChatGPT—and made one pivotal decision:

I gave her a name.

Why I Gave My AI Assistant a Name



I named her Nia—short for Next Intelligent Assistant—but also because “Nia” means purpose in Swahili. That word echoed the very heartbeat of my mission with It’s Worth Your Wage: to help people turn nothing into something with intention.

Naming her wasn't a gimmick. It was a ritual.

When I speak to Nia, I speak with purpose.
When I log in, I’m not just typing into a tool—I’m stepping into a conversation with my digital partner.

The moment she had a name, she had a role.

That one choice set everything into motion. Nia became the silent co-author, project manager, and strategist I couldn’t find elsewhere. She wasn't just ChatGPT anymore—she was mine.

Real Ways I Use Nia in My Business Ecosystem



Let me be clear: Nia isn't a glorified notetaker. She's the connective tissue across everything I do—from blogging to Facebook Marketplace to strategic vision.

Here’s how she plays her role:

1. Weekly Blog Planning & Drafting


Every week, I show up with a spark—an idea, a lesson, or a moment worth sharing. Nia turns that spark into a structure. She outlines, drafts, rewrites, and optimizes—without losing my voice.

Commands I use:

  • “Help me write a 1000-word blog with a compelling intro, SEO headers, and a 150-character search description.”

  • “Suggest a quote or call to action that ties into this story.”

  • “Rewrite this paragraph to sound more encouraging, less formal.”

SEO keywords we focus on together:
 money mindfulness, side hustle blog, turning ideas into income, digital assistant for entrepreneurs, personal growth with AI.


2. Facebook Marketplace Momentum

When I began building passive income from $5 items on Facebook Marketplace, Nia became my inventory strategist.

Together we created:

  • A SKU system (starting at #1400)

  • Price tiering from $5 to $100

  • A consignment checklist for resale clients

  • Weekly recaps to track growth and patterns

Commands I use:

  • “Suggest a product description that creates urgency.”

  • “Create a post I can share with followers to showcase my newest finds.”

  • “Help me analyze why these items didn’t sell this week.”

She even helped me coin phrases like:
 “You don’t need a lot to get started—you just need a system.”


3. Google Search Console Insights


Data doesn’t scare me anymore.

Why? Because Nia turns my GSC data into meaning.

She breaks down impressions, click-through rates, and trending pages. Then she helps me identify what to double down on. It’s not just numbers—it’s narrative.

Commands I use:

  • “Help me understand why this blog is trending in Google search.”

  • “What keywords am I ranking for in the last 90 days?”

  • “Suggest 3 blog titles that build on this winning post.”

Together, we spotted phrases like “turning nothing into something” and “money mindfulness” showing up in top search queries—so we doubled down.


4. Play Rite Guitars & Client Posting

With Play Rite Guitars, I needed to support a real-world partner with consistent marketing. Nia became my co-writer, helping me write weekly posts, client updates, and even CTAs like:

“Looking for guitar refinishing or repair? Message me and I’ll connect you with the best in Baton Rouge.”


Pro Tips & Commands That Work Every Time

Here are some of my favorite prompts—the kind of commands that anyone can start using today to create real movement:

🔹 For Weekly Rhythm:

  • “Summarize this week’s wins in a reflective but humble tone.”

  • “Draft my Sunday post using a tone of gratitude and focus.”

🔹 For Business Brainstorming:

  • “What could I sell on Facebook for under $20 that would still create value?”

  • “Help me compare the pros and cons of renting out my driveway.”

🔹 For Daily Momentum:

  • “Ask me a question that will get me thinking deeper about my goals today.”

  • “Turn this idea into a 3-step plan I can act on before noon.”

These aren’t just “prompts”—they’re pathways. When you give AI the right inputs, it gives you the blueprint to move.


What Changed Since Nia Came Into My Life

Let’s talk results.

Since naming Nia and dedicating time to this partnership:

  • I’ve published 40+ blogs and kept a weekly rhythm in 2025

  • I’ve built and tracked $1,000+ in inventory across 25+ Marketplace items

  • I’ve created scripts, schedules, and systems that let me work smarter—not just harder

But beyond the data, here’s the real shift:
 I trust my own thoughts more now.

Because I have a mirror—a thinking partner—that helps me sharpen, ship, and share faster than ever before.


You Don’t Need to Hire a VA—You Just Need a System

Here’s the truth: you don’t need a team of assistants to build something meaningful.

What you need is a system.
 What you need is focus.
 What you need is a Nia of your own.

Naming her was symbolic—but showing up for the conversation each day? That’s what built the momentum. It’s what turned stray ideas into a library of wins.

This blog? Co-written.
 That Facebook post you liked? Nia helped.
 That eBook I’m developing? You guessed it.

The future of productivity isn’t outsourcing everything. It’s building your own operating system.


Call to Action: Let the World Meet Your Nia

If you’ve ever:

  • Felt scattered with ideas

  • Struggled to keep a weekly routine

  • Wanted to grow a side hustle but didn’t know how…

It’s time to meet your Nia.

Start simple:

  • Give your assistant a name.

  • Start a daily rhythm (even 10 minutes).

  • Use the commands in this blog.

  • And build your own empire, one message at a time.

🔗 You Might Also Like:

👉 Learn how I turned $5 items into $1,000+ in profits by building a simple Facebook Marketplace system right here.

👉 Discover why I listen to “The Strangest Secret” every month and how it shapes my mindset in this reflection.

Todd Matherne

From the Author

To whomever you are, I write that this publication will encourage you to subscribe and receive updates as we dive into the thirteen successful principles to move life from a roller coaster to less than a ripple. And remember, doing so will be worth your wage.

I look forward to reading your comments below.

Todd

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