Back to Basics – 5 simple ways to find and work with a VA
It seems like everything has changed for businesses over the last few months: some haven’t been able to operate at all, some have been forced to find completely new ways of working, some have just started up. Some have, unfortunately had to streamline and lose staff...
Taking the good from the bad: lessons from Lockdown for businesses
With the news delivered on Thursday that lockdown restrictions in the UK will continue for “at least” another three weeks, the primary focus of many businesses is quite simply how to survive during the outbreak. This, of course, is understandable, inevitable, and...
10 Great Reasons Why You Should Work With Us
Anyone who has worked with a #VA, knows that finding the right fit is crucial. My business is an award-winning, professional and hugely experienced, no-nonsense VA resource. I really know my stuff and I get to really know our clients’ stuff too. Here are 10 things...
NWVA conference 2020: We LOVE our speakers, and so will you!
I know that Valentine’s Day doesn’t hold much (or any) meaning for a lot of people, and I sympathise with all those suffering from cringey card fatigue. BUT, love it or loathe it, it’s a great excuse to share some love online today, and - with the Conference only a...
Pay Cheap….Pay Twice !
As a professional VA, it can be frustrating to know that some business owners, when they decide to outsource a task or project, will look around for the “cheapest” offer. I mean, I know price is always going to be a major consideration for ANY client, but have you...
NWVA Conference 2019 – bloomin’ marvellous!
One of the things I love most about the conference is reading the feedback forms afterwards, and this years really reminded us of why we do this and what a fabulous industry we work in. We were more determined than ever this year to create an event that really...
Introducing the EVPA ‘A Team’….
I’ve talked a lot about working with others, about collaborating, networking, recruiting associates, building relationships and creating a solid foundation of people to help you achieve your goals. And now, with the conference literally next week, I’d like to...
The 2019 Spectacular Six
We’re very excited about the NWVA conference and, with less than four weeks to go to our fifth one, I wanted to share a bit of information about this year’s speakers so that you can get a bit excited too! First up is a man I’ve been chasing for a couple of years (in a...
#NotJustaVA: Why your business needs EVPA
If there’s one thing my business experience has taught me so far, it’s that every business should take the opportunity to work with a VA. The benefits are manifold, hugely positive and often highly surprising. Any business owner who’s already worked with a good VA...
Forget the Seven Year Itch, it’s Party Time!
It’s been seven years since I took the plunge, took control of my life and set up Executive VPA. Happy birthday to me! Of course, you know what they say about seven years…about it being a time when the dissatisfaction sets in, whether it’s in your marriage or your job...
Nanny McPhee and the Magic of Moving On
"There is something you should understand about the way I work. When you need me but do not want me, then I must stay. When you want me but no longer need me, then I have to go. It's rather sad, really, but there it is." So says Nanny Mcphee at the beginning of the...
Why Peppers, and your Business need Processes to Grow
Things are getting very touchy-feely in the business world these days, with a huge emphasis on how a customer feels about their experiences. The focus is on marketing strategies that appeal to the emotional nature of the customer, and ensuring that the customer is...
