As a Virtual Assistant, I’m often asked about the business tools I use. While some of them feel like second nature to me, I’ve come to realize that what’s obvious to me isn’t necessarily obvious to everyone else! So, here’s a rundown of my top five must-have tools that make running my business smoother and […]
The New Year is here, and you might be starting to think about what 2025 will bring to your business. If you’re like many business owners, you want this year to be different. No more rushing around, working all hours, or constantly feeling like you’re chasing your tail. If you’re struggling with your workload, help […]
Wow, here we are writing our 2024 Look Back post. Anyone else feel like this year has just raced by again? Our word of the year was Focus. Last year we had Explore where we wanted to look into various ‘things’ but in 2024 it was time to knuckle down and Focus so this felt […]
In the hustle and bustle of content creation, time is a precious commodity. With endless tasks and channels to cover, the pressure to deliver high-quality content can be overwhelming, especially for small teams with limited resources. So, how do you keep up when time is scarce? The answer lies in the art of content repurposing. […]
Ever found that a task takes so much time out of your day that there must be a simpler way to do it? Newsflash: you’re probably right. Whether it’s our need to control every little thing, we’re ‘too busy’ to spend some time setting something up, or we don’t have a clue how the tech […]
In the fast-paced world of business, entrepreneurs are increasingly turning to Virtual Assistants (VAs) to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and focus on core competencies. As the demand for virtual support services rises, choosing the right VA becomes a crucial decision. In this blog post, we’ll explore four effective strategies to help you find the perfect […]
We often get asked a few questions about what it’s like to work with a Virtual Assistant. It made sense to round these up and share with you all! Do I need a VA… or an OBM… or both?! Determining whether you need a Virtual Assistant (VA), an Online Business Manager (OBM), or both depends […]
I’ve been immersed in the Virtual Assistant realm since 2015, and it has been an incredibly rewarding journey. Surprisingly, it wasn’t a path I had initially planned, but I’m delighted that I took the plunge. Today I wanted to share how I became an award winning Virtual Assistant. My professional journey began with various administrative […]
Hello, I’m Julia…Jools! I have worked with over 300 business owners to streamline their operations and boost efficiency. You could say I’m a seasoned business productivity expert with years of experience and you’d be right, not to toot my own horn. I believe it’s essential to shift our perspective on productivity away from simply checking […]
If you’re one of the 4.33 million self-employed workers in the UK you’ll know all about the rollercoaster that comes with being your own boss. You may get looks of envy from your employed friends when you take an impromptu day off, but what people often don’t appreciate is how exhausting it can be running […]