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Boost your productivity & organisation in 2020 by using Asana
As we arrive into the New Year we’re all fired up and focused on goals, ambitions and plans for the year ahead. We all plan to be more productive and better organised. In this blog I’m going to share the best tool I use which is going to help you boost your productivity and organisation…
Looking back at 2019 – what a fantastic year.
As I look back at 2019 it’s been a fantastic year for my business. I began the year with two ad hoc clients and wasn’t earning very much. Compared to now, December. I’m nearing capacity and wondering whether I might need to hire an associate in the New Year. There have been some key highlights…
Get Organised for Christmas: My 5 Top Tips
December, the busiest and fun but sometimes the most stressful time of the year. I love Christmas but December can be a busy month, not only at work but at home too. Being organised for Christmas and planning ahead means enjoying the run up and not being stressed. Leaving the office on Christmas Eve and…
Hiring a Virtual Assistant: A Business Owner’s Step by Step Guide to Getting it Right the First Time
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] You’ve finally reached that stage in your business when you know it’s time to look at hiring a Virtual Assistant. You’re sick and tired of being tired. You’re always busy and never seem to find enough hours in the day to get everything done. You’re not alone, so…
How to keep track of key dates: Never miss a deadline again
Remember that time you forgot to put that meeting in your calendar? Or the time you told yourself you’ll remember when that payment is due and then forgot and ended up paying a penalty? I know things get in the way and you’ll think “I’ll do it later” but later comes and goes and so…
Organising your business finances
As a small business owner having a good system in place for organising your business finances will not only save you time it will save your sanity when it comes to submitting your tax return. A couple of weeks ago I decided I needed to make some changes to how I organise my business finances.…
A Day in the Life of a Virtual Assistant
I’m still met with blank stares when asked what I do for a job. “I’m a Virtual Assistant, or you might be more familiar with the term, Personal Assistant?” The only difference is that I work at home, I’m virtual and businesses outsource their administration tasks to me. “So what sort of things do you…
Using Audio Dictation in your business.
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.74″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] I want to ask you a question. Have you ever thought about using audio dictation in your business? Did you know people speak 7 times faster than they can type? If you run your own business you will no doubt spend…
10 Top tips for surviving a long haul flight
Long haul flights are long and tiring but with some careful planning and preparation you can ensure your journey is relaxed and as stress free as possible. Having lived in Taiwan and Hong Kong I’ve done a lot of long haul flights so read on for my 10 top tips for surviving a long haul…
Should I hire a Virtual Assistant to help with Event Management?
Yes, why wouldn’t you hire someone to help with event management? There is so much to think about! Seriously, when it comes to projects in the office, event management is a biggie. There is so much involved and it can be a timely exercise, especially if you have so many other things going on and…
Why you should be hiring a Virtual Assistant for your business.
You’ve been running your own business for a while now, you’re used to doing everything yourself, you wear all the hats and the thought of getting someone else in to help you feels like you’re adding extra work to your already full plate? A friend has recommended you hire a Virtual Assistant for your business,…
A reflection on my first 6 months in business.
Can you believe it, Kellie Simpson Virtual Assistant is already 6 months old and I must say, I’m absolutely loving it. I’d be lying if I said it had all been a bed of roses but there have definitely been more highs than lows. A reflection on my first six months in business On reflection,…