2023 -

Mdominguez
December 20, 2023January 14, 2024
Business Strategy

Your Email Signature Matters More Than You Think

Despite all the new ways to communicate today, email is still one of the most popular ways businesses interact. Every email you send is an opportunity to inspire, encourage, share, inform, and leave a lasting impression. What is an email signature? “An email signature is a section at the bottom of your email that gives

Mdominguez
December 6, 2023December 6, 2023
Uncategorized

Eventful Endeavors: Navigating the Seven Seas of Seamless Event Planning

Throughout my years of experience as an administrative professional, I’ve undertaken a diverse array of tasks – some that I loved and others – not so much. Event planning is one of those tasks. Recognizing that business owners often need time they don’t have for such endeavors, they frequently delegate event planning responsibilities to an

Mdominguez
November 21, 2023November 24, 2023
Business Practices

Networking: Unicorn Hats and All

When I first learned that networking was a necessity, the idea nearly gave me a panic attack. It is challenging being in a room full of people I am familiar with, let alone approaching strangers and initiating a conversation. However, as I embarked on the journey of becoming a small business owner, I recognized that

Mdominguez
November 7, 2023
Business Process

Six Strategies to Prevent Burnout

When starting a new business, there is so much to do that it’s often challenging to stop and rest. At least, it was for me. I was so excited about all I was learning and doing that I was reluctant to hit the brakes, thinking I could keep going indefinitely. I quickly realized I couldn’t

Mdominguez
October 24, 2023
Business Process

3 Reasons Why Transcription is Crucial for Your Business

Years ago, I was the only in-house transcriptionist for a busy worker’s compensation clinic. My daily task was to transcribe every patient visit between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It translated to about 80,000 keystrokes per day. The routine was simple: after the doctors met with the patient, they would dictate their

Mdominguez
October 11, 2023
Business Process

3 Ways of Inexpensively Creating a Business Logo

Did you know that you DON’T need to shell out hundreds of dollars for a business logo, especially when you’re just starting your business? When I first started my business journey, my brother-in-law advised me to design an icon and then have a graphic designer convert it into a digital format. Since he happens to be an

Mdominguez
September 27, 2023
Business Strategy

The Practice of Gratitude

We live in a society that is so fast-paced that sometimes it’s hard to stop and express gratitude for the things we enjoy. The little things, like having clean water to drink and warm showers, are just as important as having a decent job and reliable transportation. Gratitude is equally significant in both our professional and personal

Mdominguez
September 12, 2023
Business Process

Which Software Application Should I Use When There Are So Many?

Which One Should I Use? Here are Four of My Favorites Software Applications. When I first decided to start a Virtual Assistant (VA) business, I didn’t know where to begin. To gain the necessary knowledge and tools, I enrolled in VA school. This was the best decision I ever made. Through VA school, I received

It’s OK To Ask For Help!

I never thought that I would start my own business. I’m just not entrepreneurial minded. At least I didn’t think I was, until my life’s circumstances dictated that I needed the freedom to be my own boss so that I could work from anywhere. Since I launched my business, I’ve been able to do things

Mdominguez
August 15, 2023August 15, 2023
Business Process

Choosing a Business Name Can Be Tricky

The other night I watched one of those “Christmas in July” (Hallmark) type of movies. The main character had just moved back to her hometown after her bakery business failed in the city and after she and her fiancé broke up. She was trying to figure out what she should do to get back on

Year: 2023