I’ve always been a keen advocate of having an updated ‘If I Get Run Over By A Bus’ document/file containing a full set of instructions covering who, what, where, when, why and how. Not the cheeriest of subjects, but having one I guarantee will give you a top 'feel good' factor. I’m an optimist so … Continue reading If I Get Run Over by a Bus…
Too Young to Network?
I was a bit late picking up my 6 year old from school yesterday. I rushed up the board-walk to his classroom to find he had an audience of teachers and assistants. He usually gets upset when I’m not standing with all the other parents eagerly waiting for their offspring, but not today. Puzzled, I … Continue reading Too Young to Network?
5 critical elements to an effective collaboration
As an Executive Virtual Assistant, I appreciate only too well the benefits of well matched professional collaborations; not just with my clients but also with fellow Virtual Assistants. The blog below deftly outlines five ways to ensure such collaborations are both effective and meaningful.Guest blog by A.Michelle Blakeley, Founder and CEO of Simplicity, Inc Successful … Continue reading 5 critical elements to an effective collaboration
There’s SNOW business like NO Business…
All the doom and gloom about the bad weather affecting businesses might make good headlines (although that is debatable) but there is an upside! The bad weather is actually having a positive effect for us at Help Ahoy (dare I say it?) we've a steady flow of enquiries from businesses who's staff can't get in … Continue reading There’s SNOW business like NO Business…
Umm Crunchies (chocs or exercise?)
Our house is sporting an over abundance of chocolate at the moment. Am doing my duty and reducing the mountain of naughty stuff in advance of our New Year Resolutions to be healthier (notice I didn’t say thinner?). Off to grab a coffee and a Crunchie then!
Walk AND Chew Gum…
If you’re a presenter you'll be aware that presenting to an audience that Tweets is a tad disconcerting. The sea of dropped heads looks as if they’re checking emails or texting on their mobiles rather than being engaged by what you're presenting. This is especially poignant if the presentation topic is Social Media or other backchannels.
It’s Time Share Jim, but not as we know it…
It occurred to me that this is the simplest form of Time Share. OK, you don't get to bring the entire family to holiday in a chalet in my back garden for the first two weeks in August every year, but I can certainly sort out somewhere for you to stay if this is your desire ;o)
Reasons to be cheeful 1 2 3 …
Now I'm probably aging myself for quoting song lyrics from Ian Dury and the Blockheads, but I care not a jot. One major reason for being cheerful is not having to do the tasks that don't enhance revenue or don't move your business forward.
Pre-lauch preps for the good ship Help Ahoy!
Preparations are still being made for our grand launch in October (champagne to be tested, Press Release polished and posh frocks ironed so this is a very brief blog) It is an exciting time for Georgina and I and I'm sure you'll join us in wishing Help Ahoy every success for the future. … Continue reading Pre-lauch preps for the good ship Help Ahoy!
Freebie-Jeebie tools for Small/Home Offices
Here are some of the wonderful free tools that are available to support your home office or small office. So, if you need to watch the pennies (let’s face it who doesn't?) what better subject to blog about than this in the current economic climate?
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