Where Has My Time Gone?
For a long time, I'd look at my monthly figures and wonder where the time had gone. If I wasn't billing clients for those hours, what had I been doing? Tracking everything changed how I viewed my time.
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CPD Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated – Here’s How I’m Tracking Mine
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a must for anyone looking to stay relevant and up-to-date in their field. Yet, while many of us engage in CPD regularly, how many of us actually track it in a structured way?
Networking Groups in Ashford (and Surroundings)
If you're looking to expand your professional network in or around Ashford, Kent, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with like-minded business professionals.
How to Work with a Virtual Assistant
If you are thinking of working with a virtual assistant or if you have recently started working with one, here is some advice to help you build a good relationship with them.
How to Boost your Productivity
Whether we work on our own or are part of a team, we’ve all experienced these moments of frustration when our productivity seems to hit a roadblock.
Tips for Setting and Achieving Business Goals in January
This article is about the role of goal setting in your business strategy, how to set goals and how to measure these goals.
How To Create Great Posts For Your Business On Instagram
Create great posts for your business on Instagram with these great tips
How To Increase Your Organic Reach On Instagram
Here are a few tips to increase your organic reach on Instagram.
How to Find the Right Virtual Assistant for your Business
Do the responsibilities of your expanding business have you feeling overwhelmed? Is your to-do list growing quicker than you can finish it? It might be time to think about hiring a Virtual Assistant (VA).
5 Tasks To Delegate To A Virtual Assistant Today
Delegating tasks to a skilled virtual assistant can free up your time and mental space, allowing you to focus on the things that drive your business forward.
7 Must Have Social Media Tools For Small Businesses
Use these great social media tools to manage your social media accounts
Calculating and Reducing my Carbon Footprint - Net Zero Audit
I recently participated in the "Net Zero: Pathway To Change" Project commissioned by the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce.
10 Free Apps I Find Indispensable for My Small Business
Today, I thought I should share with you the apps I use for my business on a daily basis. Most of them are free or quite affordable.
Where to Find Farm-to-Table Restaurants in Kent
Now more than ever, we are more interested in where our food comes from. And as I looked for suitable farm-to-table restaurants around Kent for a team outing, I thought I should also share the results of my research with you.
Mailchimp: when is the best time to send your campaign?
This is a question that I am frequently asked. However, as straightforward as the question may seem, there isn’t a simple answer.
How to add emojis to your subject line in Mailchimp
I am sure you have come across newsletters recently, including emojis in their subject lines, and wondered how to add emojis to your Mailchimp campaigns?
Merge Tags in Mailchimp
If you struggle with merge tags in Mailchimp, this short guide should help you get started.
5 Great Corporate Gifts For Christmas
With Christmas just around the corner, I have been asked (by my clients) to look for gifts for their employees and their key clients with an emphasis on small or local companies (Kent and surrounding areas).
What Does The Term “Networking” Mean To You?
Networking is different for everyone because we all have different commitment levels, business models and expectations.
How To Deal With A Bad Google Review?
Have you ever received a bad review on Google? Do you know how to respond to a bad review?
Networking After Lockdown: Thoughts?
Personally, I was not warm to the idea of virtual networking, but I thought I’d try. And I did and loved it!
Are You Using Hashtags On LinkedIn?
We all know that we should use hashtags on Instagram and Twitter. Users are starting to use hashtags on Facebook and we should use hashtags on LinkedIn too.
Benefits Of Social Media For Small Businesses
Having a social media presence is paramount for a small business. Find out how social media can benefit your business.
30 Social Media Content Ideas For Small Businesses
Here are 30 Social Media Content Ideas for small businesses to get you started.
10 Tools For Generating Content Ideas For Your Blog And Social Media
Discover these 10 useful content idea-generation tools you can use when brainstorming for new content ideas for your blog or social media.
How Can A Virtual Assistant Save You Time And Money?
When you hire a Virtual Assistant (also called VA), you only pay for his/her services. This cost may seem high at first, but hiring a full-time employee is even more costly.
