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In this post, we explore the importance of annual and quarterly planning for business success. An OBM will develop plans with you using an established framework, and keep those plans on track.
Think a VA is there just to do a bit of admin? If so, you may be massively underutilising a skilled individual. VAs come from a variety of backgrounds and have a huge array of talents. Read on to see how a VA can really help.
Email can be the source of huge stress for business owners. It’s a constant noise which interrupts, distracts and annoys. But there are ways to develop a healthy relationship with email, I promise! Read on for some tips and the benefits to learning to love email.
Cloud storage is essential for keeping your documents safe, and if you’re not confident with what it’s all about, this post will take you through everything you need to know.
Does running your business feel like you’re floating on a fluffy cloud each day? No? If you are feeling the pressure but don’t quite know what support you need, this post is for you.
Show you care without compromise. In this post are key tips to enhancing your reputation, turning followers into clients, solving issues and keeping customers.
What we write, and how we write it, are of equal importance when it comes to creating professional, credible and authentic materials. Read on for my thoughts and proofreading tips.
Multitasking is a misnomer. We pride ourselves on being able to handle many tasks at once, but are we really? Or are just fooling ourselves?
The English language has been on a fascinating journey across multiple cultures, but it is estimated that 60% of all English words today have roots in Latin and Greek. This post takes a short tour of some popular expressions which we use all the time.
A virtual assistant can be a game-changer for authors, taking on tasks like email management, marketing, event planning, and reader engagement so you can focus on writing. From organising your schedule to promoting your books, a skilled VA helps streamline your workload and supports your journey to success.
If you’re unsure about working with a virtual assistant (VA), this article addresses common concerns, including trust and finding the right fit, while highlighting the potential benefits of outsourcing tasks like email management, document organisation, and administrative work. Instead of worrying “what if it goes wrong,” imagine the possibilities of a more organised, efficient, and stress-free work life with the right VA.
Managing a digital workload as a small business owner can be overwhelming, with endless emails, misplaced files, and packed schedules adding unnecessary stress. In this post, I’ll share a three-pillar digital filing system with simple tips to organise your inbox, manage your diary, and streamline document storage, helping you start each day feeling refreshed and ready.
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