For many businesses when they are just getting started, they struggle with getting a website up and running. Most often it is because they have no idea how to get a website started or they don’t have the cash to pay a designer to create a gorgeous website for them. If you happen to fall into one of these categories (I certainly did when I was starting out!) then this post is for you! Now, when you first go to start a website there are steps that you will need to take: buy a domain, find a hosting site, and…
56 Things to Outsource in your Business Today!
We all know those certain tasks that always get pushed back “just one more day”. Maybe it is because we can’t find the time to get them completed or sometimes it’s a task that we just can’t stand! Either way, continuously putting important tasks on the back burner is probably causing unneeded stress and potentially a lot of harm to your business! Ready to make a change and break free of those tasks?! One way to do it is to outsource to a professional. This could be a Virtual Assistant (like me!), an Accountant, an Online Business Manager or another…
On-boarding Clients – My Process
When I first started my Virtual Assistant business, I was so focused on finding clients (and landing them!) that when I did get a client – I had no idea what to do with them or how to get started. This might sound silly but I honestly wasn’t sure about how to handle all of the details: what do I need in my contract, how do they sign that contract, when should we start working together, what information I need from the client… etc. I quickly had to figure out answers to all of those questions, and as I on-boarded…
Top 8 Gmail Tips for Ultimate Productivity
When I talk to Entrepreneurs, email always seems to come up as a pain point. Many people dread going through their inbox and they never seem to reach Inbox Zero (when your inbox is completely empty, meaning everything is accomplished or scheduled. WOOHOO!) I personally use Gmail for Business and I love it. I think it is easy to use and there are so many different features and apps that can make you reach Inbox Zero so much quicker! Here are my Top 8 Gmail Tips for Ultimate Productivity that I hope will help you have a much more productive…
How To Launch a Successful Virtual Assistant Business
I always love hearing from my readers and followers and one thing that seems to come up almost daily is people wondering how I got started with my Virtual Assistant business. So drum rolll….. I am going to share all about it today and if you are thinking about starting a Virtual Assistant business yourself then I will give you a few tips along the way. Sound good?
How To Stay Productive When Working From Home
When people hear that I work from home, I typically get one of two reactions. The first, “You work from home? So you don’t actually work then do you?” or the second, “You work from home? How awesome! I bet that is the best thing ever! I am so jealous!” Both of these reactions are on opposite ends of the spectrum as to what it actually is like to work from home. One of my biggest challenges since starting my business has been trying to stay productive and focused while at home. In the beginning, I would “just do one”…
Daily Greatness Business Planner: Review
When I first started my business, a friend recommended that I look into the Daily Greatness Business Planner. I ordered the book on the spot because it looked like everything I needed to keep me organized. Now that I have used it for almost an entire year, I wanted to share an in-depth review of it with you. There are many sections to the Daily Greatness Business Planner so I am just going to talk about the top nine sections that I am so in love with. Seriously, this is a planner, goal setter, business plan, life coach and business…
25 Actionable Items to Market Your Business
This month I turned 25! In honor of my birthday, I wanted to celebrate with all of you by sharing the 25 things that you can do this week to market your business. I am sure you are doing a few things on this list already but don’t be afraid to get out and try something new! 25 Ways to Market Your Business 1. Send Notes to Past Clients Check in on how they are doing and see if they maybe could use your help again (or know someone that can)!
2017 Creativepreneur Summit (FREE Trainings!)
Last week I announced to all those on my email list some pretty exciting news and now I am SO excited to finally share this news with you today! I’ve been holding it back for weeks, waiting for just the right time to share, and that day is finally here! Introducing the 2017 Creativepreneur Summit! And guess who is a featured speaker? Yep, you guessed it! I am!
5 Podcasts that every Creative Entrepreneur needs to hear!
Recently I have found a new obsession…. Podcasts. I first started to listen to them occasionally when I was working but I now listen to them every single morning. I love starting my day with either a dose of encouragement, learning a new tip or skill, or dreaming big. Whatever type of inspiration or mood I am in that day, I have found podcasts to cover them all! If you have never listened to podcasts before, I highly suggest you give it a try! Finding a channel that you can relate to on a business and emotional level is really…
A Unique Way to Grow your Email List
Are you ever stuck trying to figure out just how to grow your email list? Have you heard that an email list is one of the most valuable “followings” a business can have? If yes, then you know you need to find unique ways to attract people to sign up for your list. Having a small “Sign Up for My Newsletter” space at the very end of your blog isn’t going to get you results (but I am guessing you already knew that!) Now, have you ever been scrolling endlessly through social media when you have happened upon a quiz? I…