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   Simple Automation - How to Make your Life Easier   We all know there are things we have to do day in and day out that can be mundane. Repeating the same tasks repeatedly, sometimes for hours on end, isn't exactly my idea of fun. That's why automation is so fantastic - it lets you take care of those time-consuming tasks quickly and easily so you can move on to more interesting things. Most of us have been using simple automation in our inbox for quite some time. Using rules or filters to file emails away or having emails deleted after a certain amount of time.   There are several advantages of using simple automation. One of these is taking away human error. The more times we transfer the information from a form or an email into a spreadsheet the more chance there is for us to make an error. What if an email arrived, and all the relevant and correct information was transferred to the correct Trello card or spreadsheet? How fantastic and timesaving would ...

Scheduling is not a dirty word! It's the key to success.   If you're like most people, you probably think of scheduling as something that only applies to businesses and corporate types. But the truth is, scheduling is essential for anyone who wants to be successful. Think about it: if you don't have a plan or goals then how will you measure your success or failure. Take time out to think about what is important to you, your family and your business. Set weekly and monthly goals. This will help you stay on track and motivated. Having something to work towards makes the process a lot less daunting. Set weekly and monthly goals. This will help you stay on track and motivated. Having something to work towards makes the process a lot less daunting. Once you have a clear idea of what you want and how you would really like to show up you can then start to plan on how to achieve it. Scheduling may seem like a lot of work but it's not. And the benefits far outweigh t...

  Finding the work life balance.   Balancing work and life can be challenging for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for female entrepreneurs. Juggling the demands of a business and family can be tricky, but with careful planning it is possible. Here are five tips to help you find the work/life balance that works for you. 1) Make a schedule and stick to it. Plan out your days ahead of time and make sure you have enough time set aside for both your job and your family. Take time out and think about what is important to you, your family and your business. Think about how you want to show up and how you plan to get there. Break your goals down into manageable weekly task and allow yourself a generous amount of time to finish them. When you have a plan stay on task. Multi-tasking doesn’t work for everyone. Whatever you are doing do it with mindfulness and see it through to completion. If you are still feeling overwhelmed, break the task down even further so you grow ...

  As a business owner, you know that you can't do it all alone. You need help to keep your business running smoothly and efficiently. But what if you don't have the time or money to hire a full-time employee? A virtual assistant may be the perfect solution for you. Here are 10 reasons why you need a virtual assistant: 1. A virtual assistant can take care of all your administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on running your business. Get your work done without the stress of juggling multiple tasks. 2. A virtual assistant can help you with online marketing, including social media, SEO, and email marketing. 3. A virtual assistant can create and manage your calendar, making sure you never miss an important appointment or deadline. 4. A virtual assistant only works the hours your need. This can fully be discussed in the discovery call can be written into the contract for as little as 2-3 hours a week. This can be scaled as your business grows. -Save time and money with a V...