Month: August 2025

The Power of Gratitude in Life and Business 

Many of you may know, and some of you may not, the story behind why I chose the name “The Grateful VA” for my business. Initially, my first choice was “The Virtual Pearl”—I thought it would make a fun and creative logo.  The name was available on Sunbiz, so I went ahead and registered an

The Slow-Rise Method for Business Growth

Someone once told me, “Write what you know. Share your real life—people connect with stories.” So today, I’m sharing a slice of my real life that’s become surprisingly meaningful lately. It might seem odd to talk about sourdough bread in a business newsletter, but I’ve learned that inspiration comes from the most ordinary places. Since