Author: Mdominguez

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How Consistency Builds Loyalty and Trust

I was born and raised in Miami, and like most people from my hometown, I grew up cheering for the University of Miami Hurricanes.  While I wasn’t a die-hard football fan, when I did cheer, it was for the orange and green… that is, until my daughter decided to attend Florida State University in Tallahassee. 
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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
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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
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Setting Healthy Boundaries in Business Networking

Have you ever walked away from a business conversation feeling completely blindsided? That happened to me recently. I agreed to a virtual one-on-one with someone I hadn’t met before through a networking platform I use for relationship-focused connections.  Normally, I like to engage with people in group settings first to see if we connect on
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Cost Breakdown: Virtual Assistant vs. Full-Time Admin

As a business owner, you know how quickly the behind-the-scenes tasks can pile up — emails, invoices, scheduling, customer service, and more.  When that happens, you know you need help. But the question isn’t just whether you SHOULD hire someone — it’s WHO should you hire? Let’s explore the difference between hiring a full-time administrative
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