When I first meet someone at a networking event or over coffee after connecting on LinkedIn sharing that I am a mom usually works its way into the conversation.

Have you ever wondered how you’ll make sure you actually get results from the new person you need to hire?

One of the most important skills any leader can develop is the ability to delegate. Delegation is all about entrusting tasks to others to free up your time, allowing you to focus on the most critical aspects of your job.

In the hustle and bustle of daily operations, it's easy for businesses to overlook certain inefficiencies. These inefficiencies, while seemingly harmless, can slowly eat away at your productivity, morale, and bottom line.

There are some important realities to consider when working remotely. One of the biggest is where you will spend your time while working, and what kind of equipment you may need.

Your business processes are the heartbeat of your productivity; they are a critical factor in determining your company’s operational health and growth potential.

Not all businesses require a full time support person. Yet, you may find that you are needing some level of support to meet your deadlines and maintain productivity. This is where virtual executive assistance is often a very good fit.

I had heard of this method of planning out your day, but honestly, it just sounded like too much work. However, I’ve been using this method for most of this year now, and I have to say that it’s completely changed how I feel about time blocking.

The path from mediocre operations and mastery is not a leap, but a measured ascent. Each step up the mountain represents intentional effort, effective teams, and strategic guidance. It’s critical we take a step back and become aware of where we fall on the scale of operational excellence.

I’ve always thought the key in business is to introduce simplicity whenever possible. The simplicity here starts in refining out business processes. The success of our business processes is directly correlated to client satisfaction.

With the upswing in freelance and remote work options, there are more opportunities than ever for individuals to find work. Let’s look at three of those options this week - Upwork, Fiverr, and a Professional Agency.

While more and more workplaces are taking advantage of remote options, it’s still novel to some, especially if much of the staff is working on site. Fractional support is also an often misunderstood term. So, let’s dive into what remote fractional support is, and how to take full advantage of it in your business.

Lean principles are like a secret weapon that have been embraced worldwide by businesses big and small, product and service-based, to kick waste to the curb, ramp up efficiency, and deliver top-notch value to customers.

You’ve decided it’s time to add an assistant to your team. Which one has the skills you need, and what would be the best fit for your team?

Unless you’re willing to let client dissatisfaction, team frustration, and other symptoms of inefficiency run rampant in your business as you scale, you need to commit to a project management tool.

Enter workflow automation: a powerful tool designed to transform your manual processes into a seamless, automated system. It's more than just a buzzword. It's a strategic move that can propel your business forward, giving you the competitive edge you need.

How exactly does a VA advance your business and become your secret weapon? There are endless benefits to hiring a virtual assistant, and a myriad of ways that they can support your individual business. Let’s dive into a few of the biggest benefits of adding a VA to your team.

For many small businesses, especially those making their first hires, a virtual assistant can be an ideal choice.  They are often more cost-effective, more accessible, and they can help you maximize your time.  

Whatever productivity hack you give into or strategic planning you embrace or process improvement you implement, the success of your team and your business comes down to communication.

Even the most experienced drivers can take the wrong turn or use the clutch incorrectly, stalling out.

It’s important to evaluate your processes and understand what common issues you may encounter so you can drive your business with more confidence.