Category Archives: Management
7 ways to use Dropbox
Dropbox is a wonderful service which millions of people are already using to sync files between computers and share with colleagues, clients, suppliers and friends. What many people are not aware of are the many other ways that Dropbox can make our life less stressful and more productive. Whether you use Dropbox now and then more…
Do you forecast, prepare, analyse and interpret your financial statements?
Businesses require regular information about their financial situation and performance in order to continue growing and developing as a successful business. While it is very well to collect your annual accounts from the accountant, the greatest benefit to you is being able to understand what the numbers mean for your business, both now and for more…
Moving Your Business to the Next Level
For many years, I worked part time while building my Virtual Assistant business. While building up my clientele, funding my marketing strategy and contributing to the household expenses I worked four days per week in paid employment and concentrated on my business in the evenings and weekends. There comes a time for all of us more…
Do you have the Vision to achieve the 3 P’s: Profit, Passion & Purpose?
How often do you stop and look towards the future of your business? Today we are exploring the importance of having an inspiring vision for your life and for your business so that you can achieve the 3 P’s: Purpose, Passion and Profit! Do you have a clear vision for the kind of life you more…
8 Ways to Ensure The Success of Your Small Business
A significant percentage of new businesses fail. Expert opinions abound about what a business owner should and shouldn’t do to keep a new business afloat in the perilous waters of the entrepreneurial sea. Here are some tips of ensure you provide the tools to make your business thrive. Find your niche and become an expert more…
The Power of a Thank You: 10 Ways to Say The Words!
Thank you – a term you can’t overuse but how often do you actually say the words? In day to day business those two little words ‘thank you’ have the ability to make the day of your staff, co-worker, supplier, customer, boss, associate … 10 Ways to Say Thank You: Say the words! If more…
11 Ways To Improve Your Credit Control
Credit control for many businesses starts with picking up the phone to chase an outstanding debt, but in order to protect your business and avoid bad debts, credit control should start back at your point of sale. 11 ways to improve your credit control Ask your customer to complete a credit application form. Obtain all more…
How to Write a Simple Business Plan
Creating a business plan allows you to identify potential problems and opportunities your business might face, and looks at how you will achieve the mission and vision you have for your business. You can share a business plan with potential partners, advisers and sources of funding. Your Virtual Assistant suggests that a business plan be more…
I’m Too Busy To Outsource!
As a Virtual Assistant the concept of outsourcing is difficult for me. Outsourcing is the service I provide … not the service I require! However, as my business has grown and available time to work ON my business diminishes, I recognise that in order to deliver an excellent service to my clients, I can’t do more…
Stressed? Tips To Reduce Your Stress Levels (Part 2)
Still stressed? Here are some more tips for you to try. Shake It Up This quick exercise helps loosen the muscles in your neck and upper back: Stand or sit, stretch your arms out from your sides and shake your hands vigorously for about 10 seconds. Combine this with a little deep breathing, and you’ll more…
