I have always loved reading and watching stories that revolve around solving mysteries—whether it’s The Hardy Boys, Hercule Poirot, The Nancy Drew Mysteries, or pretty much any version of Sherlock Holmes ever created. Why do I love them so much? Honestly, I have no idea because, in real life, I’m a total chicken. I’m the one running away from danger,… Continue reading Elementary, My Dear Client: The Case for a Great VA!
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Wave Goodbye to Accounting Hassles: October’s Feature of the Month!
A few days ago, I talked to a friend who would love to start her own business but was very concerned about how much it costs to start and run a business. Every tool necessary to get a business up and running costs something. Websites (Bluehost), newsletter platforms (Mailchimp), graphic design platforms (Canva), calendar platforms… Continue reading Wave Goodbye to Accounting Hassles: October’s Feature of the Month!
Stress-Free Moving: Tips to Keep Your Business Running Smoothly
This past weekend, my husband and I moved out of our home in South Florida and into an Airbnb while we await the sale of our home to go through. It was a hectic week filled with packing, moving, cleaning, and a lot of stress. I anticipated some of the stress but not all of… Continue reading Stress-Free Moving: Tips to Keep Your Business Running Smoothly
Five Things for Business Owners to Know About Running a Business
Before I started my small business, I was terrified. I felt I needed more knowledge and entrepreneurial skills to take the leap and had no idea where to begin. An idea came to me during the pandemic, but the country’s instability made me too afraid to try anything then. It wasn’t until 2023, out of… Continue reading Five Things for Business Owners to Know About Running a Business
The Art of Selling: A Realtors vs Email Marketing Comparison
11 Reasons Mailchimp Stand Out My husband and I recently started the process selling our home to relocate. Initially, we made a checklist of tasks: repainting dull areas, fixing a toilet, recaulking baseboards, trimming hedges, pressure washing sidewalks, and more. Then, we enlisted the help of a realtor to set up our home on selling platforms, arrange for professional… Continue reading The Art of Selling: A Realtors vs Email Marketing Comparison
Inspiring Lessons from Two Young Entrepreneurs
The other day, our office received an unexpected visit from two young entrepreneurs who were armed with nothing but a box of cookies and a clipboard. One appeared to be around 13, while the other looked about 10. They confidently announced they were selling homemade cookies and asked if I would like to purchase some.… Continue reading Inspiring Lessons from Two Young Entrepreneurs
I Want My Two Dollars: Effective AI Communication
Effective AI Communication: 5 Expert Tips for Success Artificial Intelligence or “AI” is a hot topic these days, and it can be scary. Some folks worry about it taking away jobs, invading privacy, or causing ethical issues, like students using it to cheat on schoolwork. Another worry is loss of control. If you’ve watched The Matrix, Terminator, or… Continue reading I Want My Two Dollars: Effective AI Communication
Feature of the Month: LastPass
Discover the Best Features of LastPass – Feature of the Month In the early 90s, paying bills meant using a checkbook and filing your bills and paper receipts in a filing cabinet. Today, we pay our bills online, eliminating the need for physical documents, checkbooks and filing cabinets. Alongside bill payments, online platformsfacilitate activities like shopping, streaming… Continue reading Feature of the Month: LastPass
How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
A lot of people who know me understand that I’m working on starting my Virtual Assistant business while still working full-time at the amazing company where I’ve been for 20 years. The other day, just before Valentine’s Day, I was at my day job, and a young woman walked into the office, handed me a… Continue reading How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
Feature of the Month: Calendly
Discovering Calendly, the Feature of the Month. Last month, I began a series featuring a different tool each month. The goal is to introduce you to various virtual assistant tools that have proven helpful to me, providing detailed reviews and practical tips on how they can improve your small business operations. This month, I’m highlighting… Continue reading Feature of the Month: Calendly