As someone who works from home as a virtual assistant, I love the flexibility, comfort, and control it brings to my daily routine. I can customize my workspace, skip the commute, and save on everything from gas to that overpriced latte. But with these perks come responsibilities—especially when it comes to safety and security. This… Continue reading Creating a Safer and More Secure Home Office: Tips for Entrepreneurs
A Weekend Spent with the Experts
As a virtual assistant, I’m often asked, How do you stay up to date? It’s a question I hear from potential clients, fellow entrepreneurs, and other VAs, and my answer is simple: I’m a lifelong learner. That passion for learning is what inspired me to homeschool my daughter for 13 years. Every day was a… Continue reading A Weekend Spent with the Experts
8 Tips for Entrepreneurs to Get Back to Work After the Holidays
The holidays are over, and for many entrepreneurs, returning to work feels like stepping into a whirlwind. Emails are piling up, deadlines loom, and the to-do list seems endless. After taking time to relax, it can be challenging to find your rhythm again. Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Transitioning from holiday mode to full-speed productivity… Continue reading 8 Tips for Entrepreneurs to Get Back to Work After the Holidays
Why Working Harder Isn’t the Answer
When it comes to building a successful business, working harder isn’t the answer. The real magic happens when you work smarter. With the right strategies and support, transformation is not only possible—it’s inevitable. After tracking over 1,077 hours of intentional work in 2024, here’s what became crystal clear: entrepreneurs thrive when they escape administrative overwhelm… Continue reading Why Working Harder Isn’t the Answer
Wrapped In Productivity: Pioneering Cozy Professionalism
Since Thanksgiving, with nightly temperatures hovering near freezing, I’ve been inseparable from my winter best friend: my electric throw blanket. This thing is more than a blanket—it’s becoming a lifestyle. Whether I’m curled up on the couch in the evening watching my favorite movies or getting lost in a good book, it’s right there, keeping… Continue reading Wrapped In Productivity: Pioneering Cozy Professionalism
How I Tracked 1,077 Hours and Boosted My Productivity
As a virtual assistant, I spend my days helping clients reclaim their time, streamline their processes, and focus on what truly matters. But in 2024, I made a point of tracking my own time more intentionally—and what a game-changer it has been! Thanks to Toggl, I logged 1,077 hours this year, giving me valuable insights into how… Continue reading How I Tracked 1,077 Hours and Boosted My Productivity
Scott Friesen: Transforming Businesses Through Simpletivity
In the vast world of productivity coaching and online education, few names resonate as strongly as Scott Friesen’s. As the founder of the Simpletivity YouTube Channel and Streamline Academy, Scott has made a significant impact on entrepreneurs and professionals worldwide. But beyond the numbers and accolades lies a more personal story – one of transformation… Continue reading Scott Friesen: Transforming Businesses Through Simpletivity
How Limitations Can Be Liberating in Your Business
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, which swept through my hometown of upstate South Carolina, many businesses found themselves grappling with unexpected challenges. For over ten days, our community was plunged into darkness, cut off from electricity and communication. As a business owner, I faced a stark choice: let these limitations cripple my operations or… Continue reading How Limitations Can Be Liberating in Your Business
Hidden Gmail Gem: Schedule Emails for Better Work-Life Balance
As an executive virtual assistant, I often encounter clients struggling with work-life balance. Recently, I worked with a client who felt compelled to send emails at all hours – 8:00 PM after a long day, 4:45 AM during workouts, and weekends at his desk. His frustration was twofold: fear of forgetting important communications and disappointment… Continue reading Hidden Gmail Gem: Schedule Emails for Better Work-Life Balance
How I Help My Clients Achieve Year-End Success
As we approach the final stretch of the year, I can feel the energy buzzing among my clients. It’s that time when they’re laser-focused on wrapping up their year with a bang and setting themselves up for a powerful start come January. As their trusted executive virtual assistant, I’m right there with them, helping them… Continue reading How I Help My Clients Achieve Year-End Success