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 […]

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 […]

As Executive Assistants, we could give you a list of software and organisational tips that would help you be productive and organise your day. But we won’t. The reason is simple: you’re already aware of these tools and strategies. You could put them in place, but the real problem isn’t a lack of knowledge. It’s […]

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 […]

Introduction ‌As a business owner, you rely intrinsically on your motivation and energy levels. Your business depends on you making things happen. The trouble with motivation is that it can play hide and seek with us and can be harder to find than a unicorn on some days. When you lack motivation, you can question […]

As a business owner, it’s no secret that your to-do list can feel never-ending. With the constant demands of growing your business, unexpected tasks can throw your schedule off balance, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and dropping balls. But what if there was a way to have CEO-level support without the expense of hiring a full-time […]

Running a business can be time-consuming and exhausting, but it’s important not to forget about your own well-being in the process – because, ultimately, you are your business. Prioritising yourself means taking care of your physical and mental health, setting boundaries, and making time for the things that matter most. In this blog post, we’ll […]

If you’re here looking for time management tips, chances are you’re feeling overwhelmed and struggling to balance work and life. It’s totally normal to feel this way, especially when you have so many personal responsibilities to juggle on top of work. You might have already tried some of the more traditional productivity methods, like the […]