In your mind, hiring an Executive Assistant (EA) seems like the perfect solution for keeping up with your growing business. But as you start to imagine the daily interactions, you may begin to hesitate, questioning if the investment is worth it. After all, handing over the reins to someone else, even for routine tasks, isn’t […]

We get it. You’re doing your best to stay on top of everything—work, family, personal projects, and all the things that constantly demand your attention. You’ve downloaded all the apps, set up all the project management tools, tried the “hacks”, but here you are, still feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the endless to-do list. At […]

What is a non-executive director? A non-executive director (NEDs) is a part-time position on a company’s board of directors. They share the responsibility for the company’s success without being involved in day-to-day operations. Unlike executive directors, they do not hold any operational responsibilities within the company, nor are they considered employees. In recent years, the […]

Wondering what actually happens when a skilled Executive Assistant joins your team? This might be something you’ve considered when you feel like the workload of running your business is getting out of hand. Maybe you’ve thought about how much easier life could be with a EA by your side. But is the thought of training […]

Have you ever found yourself caught in a never-ending cycle of rescheduling commitments, or repeating the same stressful work day whilst thinking, “This is just temporary, it will get better”? So many small businesses go through this, so if you’re nodding along you are not alone. However, I am here to give you a reality […]

We’re breaking a myth here today: Working longer hours does not guarantee business success. It is working smart that reaps results. It’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that working hard is synonymous with success. It’s a message that is conditioned into us from a young age in this capitalist society. We’ve been […]

It’s no secret that we’re all unique individuals with different needs, preferences and lifestyles. This is the same for business owners all around the world. Some business owners thrive in the early morning hours, whilst others find themselves more productive at night. Some favour a structured routine, while others thrive in fluidity and flexibility. There […]

Working with a Virtual Executive Assistant can be a real game-changer for your business. It has the power to transform you from time-drained to energetic, or from chaos to control. However, learning what and how to delegate to your Virtual EA is the hurdle you need to jump first. Learning to let go in your […]

Values are at the corner of everything, in life and business. One of my values is communication and it’s reflected across every element of my business. In my opinion, it is the foundation of any successful business. As a small business owner, I’ve come to understand that clear communication and well-defined boundaries are the most […]

Introduction Non-negotiables are essential in business – these are the clear rules that you won’t budge on, no matter what. For most of us, we learn along the way just how important these non-negotiables are; usually after we let one slip and quickly realise why we shouldn’t have. Here are the top non-negotiables I follow […]