This past spring, life hit pause for me and not in the way I would’ve chosen. My husband suffered a back injury, and for most of the spring and summer my time was devoted to caring for him and keeping our home running. The business projects, the content calendar, the carefully planned goals had to… Continue reading The Scariest Part of Slowing Down
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How to make sure your newsletters get seen from start to finish
Have you ever been reading a newsletter when, right in the middle of a sentence, it just stops?You scroll down, expecting more, but that’s it. The rest of the message is gone. If you’ve ever wondered where the rest went, or if your own newsletters might be getting cut off for your readers, the culprit… Continue reading How to make sure your newsletters get seen from start to finish
Wrennovate Work Sessions Are the Ultimate Productivity Boost for Entrepreneurs
As a executive virtual assistant, I’ve designed my client work sessions to deliver maximum impact in minimal time. Whether you choose a 30-minute “Let’s Make Progress” session or a 60-minute “Focused Work Session,” the goal is the same: to move your business forward efficiently and effectively. Entrepreneurs often wear so many hats that it’s easy… Continue reading Wrennovate Work Sessions Are the Ultimate Productivity Boost for Entrepreneurs
Who Knew ‘.new’ Could Do So Much?
Speed Up Your Workflow with These Google Shortcuts If you’ve ever found yourself clicking through tabs just to create a new Google Doc or schedule a quick meeting, you’re going to love this tech tip. Google has a lesser-known time-saving trick: .new shortcuts. These tiny URLs let you create new files in seconds—no menus, no… Continue reading Who Knew ‘.new’ Could Do So Much?
How VA School Helped Me Build a Thriving Virtual Assistant Business
I was recently honored to be invited by Belinda Sandor, founder of The VA Connection, to be part of the VA School Success Story Panel. Even more meaningful, I was able to share the stage with an incredible group of women entrepreneurs who, like me, built thriving virtual assistant businesses through the training and support… Continue reading How VA School Helped Me Build a Thriving Virtual Assistant Business
The Best Gmail Time-Savers for Your Phone
I got a great question from a last week client: Are the Gmail shortcuts (like E to archive, V to move, etc.) only valid for use on the desktop? Wondering if there are mobile shortcuts for Gmail. If you’ve ever fallen in love with the Gmail shortcuts—like hitting E to instantly archive or V to… Continue reading The Best Gmail Time-Savers for Your Phone
10 Heavy Things Entrepreneurs Don’t Have to Carry Anymore
As an entrepreneur, it’s easy to feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Managing day-to-day operations, scaling your business, and juggling your personal life can quickly pile up. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it all alone. An experienced executive virtual assistant (EVA) can lighten the load… Continue reading 10 Heavy Things Entrepreneurs Don’t Have to Carry Anymore
Spa Day for My Mac: The 15-Minute Weekly Ritual That Saves Hours
Every Friday, before I shut down for the weekend, I give my Mac a little TLC with CleanMyMac. The whole process takes maybe 15 minutes—just enough time for a quick scan, a cleanup, and a couple of minor updates. That tiny investment pays me back in hours of saved frustration during the week. No slow… Continue reading Spa Day for My Mac: The 15-Minute Weekly Ritual That Saves Hours
Why One Extra Check Can Save Your Reputation
Have you ever sent an email, published a document, or completed a key client task … only to spot a glaring mistake after it went out? It’s the kind of moment that makes your stomach drop. In my line of work, I’ve learned that one extra check can make all the difference—especially when your reputation is… Continue reading Why One Extra Check Can Save Your Reputation
5 Permission Slips to Help You Reset, Let Go, and Thrive in Your Business
As an entrepreneur, you carry the weight of your business every single day. The pressure to constantly be “on” can leave you feeling drained, overwhelmed, and even stuck. But what if you gave yourself permission to slow down, recalibrate, and move forward with more ease? Sometimes, we just need a gentle reminder that it’s okay… Continue reading 5 Permission Slips to Help You Reset, Let Go, and Thrive in Your Business