When you own your own business the idea of taking a week or two away can be daunting. However, there are many benefits to taking a holiday. It gives you time to relax and rejuvenate. It can also give you the head space you need to problem solve and plan for your...
I have been writing recently about my networking adventures and this time would like to talk about some of the groups I have either joined or attend regularly. The first is the Athena Network, which I joined in October of last year after visiting the group in...
This week we have a guest blogger, Nicky Kentisbeer, who is a Lifestyle Blogger, you can find out more about Nicky on notjustthe3ofus. Have you ever considered using a blog to promote your business? Blogging is a way to share your expertise and unique voice to engage...
It's been a little while since I wrote my first networking adventures blog, here comes part two............... In December 2015, I met the wonderful Heather Waring, founder of Waring Well. Heather is a coach who combines walking with her coaching practice to inspire...
As a business owner I regularly attend different networking events. I enjoy meeting other businesses and it’s a great opportunity to build connections and get advice. At a recent event we were asked to break in to groups and discuss what we would do differently if we...
Are you rushing from meeting to meeting with barely a moment to catch breath? Here's our five top tips to help you take control of your time. 1) Schedule 30 to 45 minute in your diary at the beginning or end of day to review your task list (whether it's on paper,...
The past few weeks have been very hectic week for me while wearing my Virtual Angels hat. In the last week I have finished working with one client on site, this was intended to be a part-time three week role that began in February! Extended several times and taken...
Perspective is a funny thing. I recently went on holiday with my husband and whilst we were away, he decided he wanted to go for a run. He had forgotten to bring his sports armband which allows him to run listening to music from his phone, so he borrowed mine. A...
Are you thinking about hiring a VA or perhaps need some ad-hoc support as you have a busy few weeks or months ahead? Worried about the process, wondering what questions to ask? Recruiting a VA is similar to hiring an employee, you need to find someone who understands...
Have you started thinking about your summer holiday yet? A survey commissioned by Simply Business in 2015 found that 1/5 of business owners couldn’t afford to take a single day off in the summer holidays. Taking a break is vital for maintaining a healthy body and...
Work is a huge part of our lives, as well as being the most important factor in our financial well-being, it is the place where we socialise and build relationships. Usually, we spend more time with our co-workers than we do with our families, so while you may think...
Cloud storage has become a part of our everyday business lives, but do you understand what it is and whether it fits your business needs? While cloud storage may sound complicated, it is actually quite straight forward. When you save a file on your computer, it is...