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
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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
My Productivity Journey with Ali Abdaal
As an entrepreneur with a voracious appetite for productivity strategies, my journey with Ali Abdaal’s methodology has been nothing short of transformative. It all began with a simple click on one of his YouTube videos, intrigued by the thumbnail showcasing his meticulously organized desk setup, complete with a massive 49-inch UltraWide Monitor. Little did I… Continue reading My Productivity Journey with Ali Abdaal
Taming Your Fragile Focus
As busy entrepreneurs, we’re all familiar with that feeling. You know, the one where you sit down, ready to tackle your mile-long to-do list, certain that you are going to conquer the day. Yet, an hour later, you’ve barely made a dent. Emails are piled up, notifications beckon, and that urgent “life admin” task (laundry reboot or pups… Continue reading Taming Your Fragile Focus
Finding Your Perfect Match
Now that you’re convinced a VA is the key to unlocking your productivity, how do you find the right one? Here are some key steps: Investing in Yourself: The ROI of a VA Hiring a VA might seem like an expense, but consider it an investment in your most valuable asset: your time. The time you reclaim can be used to generate… Continue reading Finding Your Perfect Match