I love to be organised. It makes me feel in control and there is nothing better than the feeling of knowing I can manage all I’ve got to do and know I won’t get overwhelmed. But, sometimes something unexpected comes along, maybe there’s a sudden work project that needs doing, my children are off school…
You have to start your day with a plan. Here are 5 things you should do every morning to have a productive day: 1. Set goals for yourself. 2. Start your day with a healthy breakfast. 3. Write down three things you want to accomplish today . 4. Make sure you’ve got everything you need…
Victoria Grant – VA Services recently completed an admin audit for a charity, but what does that actually mean, and can it really help? This organisation approached Victoria Grant – VA Services as they had inherited a number of different systems over the years and each of the three members of staff had their own…
Building up your business network takes time and commitment. It is worth doing though because connecting with other small businesses and business owners can help you on the path to achieve your business goals. One of the greatest advantages of networking is that it gives you access to a larger pool of clients and customers….
Working from home can have its advantages and disadvantages. You save time and money by not commuting to work or being distracted by other colleagues in the office. However, it can also be a lonely time and difficult to maintain motivation. Here are some tips on how to survive working from home. Try to dedicate…
Running a small business is rewarding. It can sometimes be overwhelming. If you’re spending time dealing with admin and mundane tasks when you could be dedicating your time to growing your business, hiring a virtual assistant could be the best thing you ever do. Virtual Assistants can help with a variety of administrative tasks such…
Hiring a Virtual Assistant doesn’t have to be an on-going cost to your business. In fact it might be that you need some one-off support on a project, or to get things in order so that you can be more organised and productive going forwards. Many of these tasks would take an experienced VA no…
With the world changing following a global pandemic, many businesses have not gone back to the office, opting for virtual working instead. Whilst there are many benefits to having your team working from home, it can sometimes feel disjointed and members of the team can become isolated. Here are some effective team building ideas for…
Are you thinking about starting a small business? Terrified? Excited? Maybe a little bit of both? We get it. Starting a business is a big deal! It’s full of challenges, and it can feel like there are just too many things to do at once. That’s why we’re here: to help you get started on…
Being a business owner can be hard. It’s a lot of work and responsibility to take on and sometimes it can feel overwhelming. But when you outsource some of your tasks to a Virtual Assistant, you may find some new found freedom. Here are 5 steps to enjoying that freedom. 1. Decide what to outsource…