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How to survive the summer as a parent & business owner
Summer as a parent and business owner can be tough. Not only do you have the usual juggling act of parenting and work to contend with, you also have to keep the children entertained during the holiday. Regardless of whether you’re a first-time parent, raising...
The benefits of Virtual PAs tracking out their time
One question I’m frequently asked by potential new clients is Why do Virtual PAs track out time? If you’ve not worked with a Virtual PA before, you may feel that you should just be able to give them a list of jobs and they’re just completed - you’re just informed when...
Surprising lessons & big realisations of working remotely
Working remotely is an incredibly desirable option for many employees. The ability to work from home gives them the freedom to pick and choose their working hours, whilst the money saved from not having to endure the daily commute, makes it a lucrative option. But...
3 Reasons your time management is broken (and how to fix it)
We all know the common symptoms of bad time management - being late for meetings, juggling too many plates, stress, always rushing. However, if you’re currently struggling with bad time management, it can be difficult trying to ascertain why you’re finding it so hard...
How recruiters can prepare for GDPR
General Data Protection Regulation (otherwise known as GDPR), is the EU’s latest Data Protection initiative and will be replacing the current Data Protection Act. Coming into force in May 2018, GDPR will standardise Data Protection law across Europe and will hold...
The Executive Assistant: your secret weapon
If you’ve tried to telephone a new or ‘warm’ contact, the chances are you’ve come up against their Executive Assistant – otherwise seen as their gatekeeper. It can be incredibly frustrating, when you’re only trying to arrange a meeting or put forward a reason for...
Are you making the most of your business development time and activity?
Business development is a crucial part of the overall success of your business. It’s essential therefore, that you not only commit to business development but that you organise your time for it, as well as getting clarity and focus on it too. Here are 18 tips to help...
Take time out for the most important people in your life
Family. They’re the most important people in our lives and, for many of us, they’re the reason why we do what we do. At this time of year, during the hustle and bustle of the busy Christmas period, it’s important that we take time out to remember – success isn’t...
Time blocking tasks for a smooth and productive Christmas period
The Christmas period can be a busy one for everyone, especially if you’re running your own business or are in a position of authority within a business. Not only do you have to make time for your own personal Christmas shopping for your nearest and dearest, you also...
Are you making these 5 calendar mistakes?
Calendar management isn’t something entrepreneurs and executives instinctively know how to do. It’s a strategy that takes time to master and it’s never completely finished – there’s always something you’ll want to tighten or tweak. That’s why so many entrepreneurs and...