Business
Freedom lover: How to achieve time and location freedom
Are you a freedom lover? Freedom is one of the biggest reasons why women become entrepreneurs. For some, the idea of being able to work
19/06/2021
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Business
Improving client communication in your business
Improving client communication in your business is the cornerstone for business success. Excellent communication helps you build a better rapport with your clients and puts
12/06/2021
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Outsourcing
How to manage a remote team effectively
You can only get so far, growing your business on your own. That’s why it’s so crucial that you look to create a remote team
05/06/2021
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Outsourcing
What to consider when hiring your wing person
If you’ve run your business well, you’ll come to a point where you need to think about hiring your wing person. This person will become
29/05/2021
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Outsourcing
Knowing what to outsource in your business
Running your own business can be tough. It can sometimes feel like there’s a never-ending task list and not enough hours in the day or
22/05/2021
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Outsourcing
Are you ready to outsource?
Are you ready to outsource? It’s a question many business owners struggle with, and with good reason. Outsource too early, and you’ll be worrying about
15/05/2021
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Outsourcing
The cost of outsourcing and getting a positive ROI
Anything you do in business has a certain amount of risk attached. Whether it’s launching a new service or expanding into a different market. Everything
08/05/2021
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Outsourcing
Working with an OBM? The things you need to discuss before signing up
Working with an OBM is something that will help you take your business to the next level. However, it will only do that, if you
01/05/2021
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remote work
How to avoid burnout
Burnout is something many entrepreneurs have struggled with. It isn’t a mental illness, but it is a mental health issue that’s of grave concern. 45%
24/04/2021
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remote work
Mind over matter – adjusting to remote work
Remote working is something that many companies are embracing. Thanks to COVID-19, remote work is on the rise, and for the most part, that’s a
17/04/2021
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remote work
10 simple stress management tips
Stress is something that affects us all at one point or another. However, you may not always be able to control the circumstances and life
10/04/2021
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remote work
Mental health hacks for the remote worker
Being a remote worker has its advantages. There’s no commute, it can be less stressful and saves you money (including travel fees, eat out lunches
03/04/2021
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Business
Why securing business continuity is important
All businesses need contingency plans in place. Whether you’re carrying out risk assessments or documenting procedures to follow for a power outage, you need to
27/03/2021
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Business
Why are systems important for your digital business?
It’s impossible to run a successful business without having systems in place. Systems help you streamline your business, implement trackable processes and save you time.
20/03/2021
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Business
The 7 systems every online business must have
If you want to run a successful business, you’re going to need to have systems in place. There are systems every online business must have
13/03/2021
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Business
What is the difference between a tool, system and a process?
What is the difference between a tool, system and a process? It’s something that many entrepreneurs struggle with when they first start out. Put simply,
06/03/2021
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Business
3 tips to help make project planning a little easier for you
Project planning doesn’t always come easy to everyone. If planning isn’t a part of your nature, it can be a little overwhelming to get started,
27/02/2021
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Business
The cost of not focusing on your growth tasks
As a business owner, you want to do all you can to make your business a success. When it comes to taking your business to
20/02/2021
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Business Website
How to help protect your site from being hacked
If you’ve ever had your website hacked, you’ll appreciate how scary and overwhelming it can be. When you work online being hacked is a worry
13/02/2021
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Business Website
My favourite must-have WordPress plugins
WordPress is one of the most popular website platforms for online small businesses. In fact, as this article on Tech Jury’s website states, 14.7% of
06/02/2021
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Business
5 simple tips to help you stay focused when working from home
Home working has many benefits, not only in terms of comfort but also in productivity too. However, you can only stay productive if you’re focused
30/01/2021
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Business
10 tips to a clean inbox
As an online business, it’s fair to say that the majority of your business correspondence is probably completed via email. Not only is it fast
23/01/2021
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Business
5 benefits of being consistent in your business
Consistency is key to your business success. As detailed in this recent blog post, being consistent in your business will help improve how successful your
16/01/2021
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Business
How consistency will improve your business
When it comes to business success, consistency is key. Not only does it help with business growth, but it also helps you to become a
09/01/2021
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Business
How to tackle loneliness while working from home
There are so many benefits that can be gained from working at home. But one problem that can be difficult to master is the loneliness
02/01/2021
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Business
5 areas you can systemise in your business
You created a business because you wanted it to support the lifestyle you were after. For many, freedom is the main reason for being self-employed.
26/12/2020
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Business
8 admin tasks you can (and should!) automate in your business
Anyone who runs a business will tell you, there’s a lot of admin involved! It’s often those back-office admin tasks that get neglected when you’re
19/12/2020
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Business Support
Why (and when!) you need an Online Business Manager
There will come a point in your business where you realise you cannot do it all alone. You may have already been delegating out specific
12/12/2020
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Outsourcing
Choosing the right OBM for your business
Business is going well for you and you’ve decided you can afford to delegate out. If you’re looking for a high-level contractor to project manage
05/12/2020
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Business Support
5 tasks an OBM can do for you
An OBM is a freelancer who can offer management-level support to your business. Hiring an OBM is a great way to free up your time
28/11/2020
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Business Support
What is an Online Business Manager (OBM)?
An Online Business Manager (or OBM for short) is your business bestie, your partner in business. They work on a freelance basis and offer management-level
21/11/2020
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Business
Why business operations are an important pillar in your business foundations
If you want your business to succeed, you need to ensure you’re building it on the right foundations. No matter what type of establishment you
14/11/2020
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Business
What are Standard Operating Procedures and why do I need them?
All businesses have their own specific procedures and operations that are carried out within their business. These Standard Operating Procedures (otherwise known as SOPs) help
07/11/2020
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Business
How to be successful being an introvert in business
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to be extroverted, to be successful in business. As an introvert, you have a unique set of skills
31/10/2020
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Business
How to get help when you’re just starting out in business
When you’re first starting out in business, the whole process of setting up and running a business can be a little daunting. But it’s good
24/10/2020
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Time management
Want to be more productive? Try these productivity hacks!
If there’s one skill all business owners wish they could have, it’s the secret of how to be more productive. However, improving your productivity is
17/10/2020
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Business Support
How to work out what you can delegate to a Virtual Assistant
It can be a little overwhelming, initially delegating tasks out to someone else. However, if you’re in business, it’s an essential part of your business
10/10/2020
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Time management
5 Time management tips to help set up your day
Time management is something everyone strives to improve. We all have the same 24-hour period, but what we do with that available time is down
03/10/2020
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Outsourcing
What tasks can you outsource to your VA?
Many businesses hire freelancers and outsourcers to help grow their business. And a VA is no different. A VA can be a valuable resource for
26/09/2020
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Outsourcing
10 red flags to watch for, when hiring a VA
Hiring a VA (Virtual Assistant) is no different to hiring any other employee. Although a VA is not an employee, the principles of hiring are
19/09/2020
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Outsourcing
What a match made in Virtual Assistant heaven looks like
Outsourcing to a Virtual Assistant is a smart move for any business owner. However, hiring the right VA involves more than just finding someone who
12/09/2020
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Business Support
3 Simple steps to overcome overwhelm at work
Overwhelm is something all business owners have experienced and I’m sure you have too. It can leave you feeling trapped, overworked and stressed – and
05/09/2020
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Business
Top 5 ‘can’t live without’ business tools
Running a business is something you want to make as easy and simple for yourself. There’s already so much that needs your attention, as well
29/08/2020
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Bookkeeping
The importance of keeping your accounting records up to date
Let’s be honest, most business owners don’t make admin and keeping their books up to date a priority. There always seems to be a more
22/08/2020
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Bookkeeping
12 things you must do when setting up FreeAgent
FreeAgent is an online money management and accounting tool that’s been designed specifically for small businesses. It’s powerful and easy to use, making it both
15/08/2020
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Bookkeeping
Top 10 tips to make your bookkeeping a breeze
Bookkeeping is one of those tasks that’s essential for your business, but not at the top of your ‘tasks I love’ list! However, it often
10/08/2020
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Bookkeeping
The benefits of using cloud-based accounting software for your business
As a small business owner, you understand the importance of having the right solutions in place for your business. That’s why, if you want to
03/08/2020
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Business Support
How to manage your time like a boss
Time management is a skill many need to master. If you want to manage your time like a boss, it pays to implement habits that
27/07/2020
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Bookkeeping
How an Admin Consultant can help you get your books ready for your accountant
Managing finances is something all small business owners need to master. Whilst many running a business and being an entrepreneur may come naturally to you,
20/07/2020
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Outsourcing
Are you maximising the worth of your Admin Consultant?
Your Admin Consultant can be an invaluable resource for your business, providing you with the help and support you need. But if you want to
13/07/2020
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Business Support
Are all Virtual Assistant businesses the same?
As any growing business will know, there comes a time when you need to expand your team. If you want to continue on an upward
07/07/2020
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Outsourcing
5 reasons why you need an Admin Consultant
If you’ve been running your business single-handled from the get-go, it’s understandable that you may be questioning why you need an Administrative Consultant. After all,
26/06/2020
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Business Support
How much does a Virtual Assistant cost?
As a business owner looking to hire administrative help, you’ll no doubt be asking yourself how much does a Virtual Assistant cost? After all, there’s
19/06/2020
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Business Support
How can an Admin Consultant help my business?
How can an Administrative Consultant help your business? With the vast array of skills they have, there are so many different ways! Here are a few ideas to whet your appetite.
30/01/2020
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Business
Why hire an Admin Consultant?
Why hire an Administrative Consultant? For some, it’s a necessity, driven by a desire to keep up with demand. For others though, it’s a smart, strategic move to make…
28/12/2019
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Outsourcing
What is an Admin Consultant?
Growing your team can be confusing. But if you know what an Administrative Consultant is and what they do, it will make them your first choice as the first team hire!
23/10/2019
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About Me
Hi, I’m Tanja. I’m passionate about creating time for busy professionals by organising their back office.
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