When I set up my Virtual Assistant business I knew I'd have the flexibility to work when and where I wanted. With that freedom, I also really hoped I'd be able to find a bit time to give something back. I'm pleased to say I...
Well for me the answer is anything and everything! So far this week (and it's only Wednesday) I've completed work for my clients wearing jeans, pyjamas, a dress, gym gear, and even a hard hat with hi-vis! Don't get me started on all the different footwear! Prior...
First impressions count. Your website is your shop window. You wouldn’t even consider crossing the threshold of a cluttered, mis-matched and messy shop, so if your website resembles one of these less than desirable establishments, you might just need some help! Your website is living and...
I’m quite new to this whole blogging thing, but it hasn't taken me long to learn the real reasons why blogging is so important as a business owner. I'd like to share some of those reasons with you now. Connecting with your Customers The starting point...
I don’t know about you but I think I am spending way too much time on social media at the moment, and I think my husband would agree! Of course, it’s important for me to keep on top of everything for my business, researching my...
Before launching The PA Portal, I was quick to recognise that as a new business owner I needed to become much more social media savvy. So, what did I do? Well, I went on some courses and stalked the hell out of lots of other...
It’s been pretty busy around here these last few months. I often advise my clients to reclaim some work life balance by signing up with a Virtual Assistant. So today, I thought it was time for me to live and breathe my mantra, to take...
Call me weird, but I love filling in forms. I even remember form filling being part of my childhood role-play in my very early years. Don’t judge me! I suppose this explains a lot about the career path I've taken, and why I am a...
A great week at The PA Portal keeping my clients organised and suggesting new ways of working to streamline processes. I’ve also had some new client leads to follow up, so it’s been a busy one! This weekend I am going to kick back, and...
In our hectic, hassled and busy business lives we really need a reminder now and again to cut out the complexity. So, this week’s blog is all about focusing on the simple stuff. It’s not rocket science, but it will help. I promise. It was World...
