Understanding decision fatigue in busy executives You start your day with the best intentions: a to-do list neatly recorded in your planner, meetings scheduled and coffee in hand. But by 3 PM, you’re staring at an email like it’s a magic eye puzzle (remember those?!), hoping that if you squint hard enough, the answer will […]

Leadership is always evolving, with styles and approaches changing constantly to adapt to the business landscape. It’s why many leaders are the best learners. It’s essential for business owners and leaders to stay ahead of the curve and adapt to new practices. As an Executive Assistant supporting CEOs, high-level Directors and coaches, I work closely […]

As a business owner, you understand better than anyone that your time is your most valuable resource. Every decision about how you spend your time is deliberate and not done lightly. Because afterall, your time drives your business, your success, and your vision forward. Yet, despite this intentionality, it doesn’t stop your day feeling intense, […]

You are a successful, hardworking business owner who knows the value of being hands-on. You’re dedicated to your clients and your own business, being deeply involved in every aspect of business, from client relationships, operations, and decisions. It’s key to how far you have come. But as you grow, this level of involvement starts to […]

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 […]

There’s always a plate spinning when you’re a business owner – often several at once. It can feel like a never-ending balancing act. If you’ve built your business from the ground up, especially if it’s a smaller or newer business, you’re going to feel a huge amount of pride and responsibility. Every decision and challenge […]

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 […]