August 3, 2022
Working during the summer holidays can be a challenging and somewhat daunting task for many working families, especially those who are self-employed. Juggling the 24/7 demands of running your own business alongside the needs of your family is often a recipe made up of disrupted working patterns and a big dash of guilt. On the […]
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July 6, 2022
My mantra is this: If your work doesn’t bring joy into your life, then it’s time to re-evaluate – we’re all at different stages of our business journey. Many of you reading this are just starting out; some have learned a few lessons the hard way already, and that’s okay! I’m here to help you […]
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January 19, 2022
I saw a post on social media recently talking about the idea of the ‘invisible workload’ – the weight and responsibility of doing all of the thinking and planning for your daily life. This is referred to as the invisible workload, because even if you’re not the one doing everything, you might be the one […]
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December 14, 2021
Hands up, where are my fellow bookworms? Ah, there you are! You’ll know by now that reading a massive part of my life and I’m lucky to be in a position where I can take what I’ve read and put it into action. It can sound cheesy, but the truth is that some of […]
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September 17, 2021
As a strategy consultant I’m in the thick of it when advising my clients on how to take the next productive steps in their business. One of the most common problems they need my help with is fixing the biting reality that they are working all of the hours and doing all of the things. […]
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June 29, 2021
The most common conversation I have with prospective clients is about taking the next steps to grow their business. They’ve reached the stage where they need to expand – the product or service is launched; the clients are building, and the money is coming in. The dream is becoming a reality! Amazing! I’ve lost […]
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May 5, 2021
If you know me, you’ll also know that when it comes to productivity, I’m a bit of a tech and business tool junkie. I’m a sucker for any programme or system that promises to shave off time in my busy day. Streamlining my processes and creating simpler, more efficient workflows are central to what I […]
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November 4, 2019
SUPER….. woman? Mum? VA? People often ask me how I do it, and throw in words like, super-woman, but is that really necessary… Yes I do keep very busy – I have a great business and associates on board, we have taken on some new clients as others have completed their projects. We are […]
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May 10, 2019
Some clients need a VA to complete various bits of research. Personally, I don’t believe you can learn researching unless you have a passion for it – luckily, I have been obsessed with detail and research since school; I even completed a Masters in Historical Research. My advice: be detailed, be rigorous and challenge EVERYTHING. […]
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