Google Calendar keeps my business running smoothly and organised. Without it, I’d be lost. With numerous business tasks competing for my attention, I rely on Google Calendar to consolidate them all. It’s my business brain, only tidier. Here’s what makes it a lifesaver: Colour Coding: Client work has its own colour, admin has another, and… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without: My Google Calendar.
Author: Joanne Layfield
Boost Focus And Productivity with Time Blocking
Practical steps to structure your day with ease. Ever get to the end of the day and wonder, “Where did the time go?” Yes, been there. That’s where time blocking swoops in and saves the day. It’s one of the most effective ways to take control of your schedule, stop the overwhelm, and actually get… Continue reading Boost Focus And Productivity with Time Blocking
Things I Can’t Live Without: Grammarly: My Behind-the-Scenes Writing Sidekick.
I’ll be honest with you, I don’t know how I ever wrote anything without Grammarly Premium. It’s like having a grammar-obsessed best friend peeking over my shoulder (in a good way), making sure I don’t accidentally send an email with “their” instead of “they’re.” I started with the free version to see what the fuss… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without: Grammarly: My Behind-the-Scenes Writing Sidekick.
The Secret To Growing Your Business Without Working More Hours.
Business growth through outsourcing: the virtual assistant advantage. Let’s be honest, running a business is exciting, but it is also a lot. One minute you’re on your big vision, and the next you’re drowning in admin, emails, and tasks that seem to multiply overnight. Here’s the thing: you don’t have to do it all. You… Continue reading The Secret To Growing Your Business Without Working More Hours.
Things I Can’t Live Without: Morning Walks!
Since starting my own business, one of the best habits I’ve developed is going on a morning walk with my mam. It’s becoming something I genuinely look forward to, and now I honestly can’t imagine starting my day without it. We head out first thing before emails, before client work, before I’ve even opened my… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without: Morning Walks!
Running Out of Content Ideas? You’re Sitting on Gold Already!
Let’s be real, social media can feel like a full-time job. Between client work, emails, and everything else, creating fresh content often gets pushed to the bottom of the to-do list. You’re not alone if you’ve stared blankly at your laptop thinking, “What do I post today?” Here’s the good news. Some of your best… Continue reading Running Out of Content Ideas? You’re Sitting on Gold Already!
Things I Can’t Live Without: Diamond Art Edition.
Let’s talk about one of my little obsessions, diamond art (also known as sticking tiny, shiny things onto a canvas to create magic). I only discovered it a few years ago when my friend Lisa started doing it. At first, I was like, “What is this all about?” but being someone who’s done counted cross-stitch… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without: Diamond Art Edition.
Professional Polish in Five Steps! No Fluff, Just Action!
Let’s Make You Look The Business. When you work for someone else, they sort it all out for you, don’t they? Laptops, business cards, logo, etc. But when you work for yourself? You’ve got to wear all the hats, and let’s be honest, sometimes the ‘professional polish’ gets shoved to the back. Here’s the truth:… Continue reading Professional Polish in Five Steps! No Fluff, Just Action!
Things I Can’t Live Without: Pet Sitting.
After losing my beloved dog, Buster, a few years ago, I didn’t think I could bring myself to have another dog. It just felt too soon. But when I started my business and my mam retired, we decided to try something to bring a little joy back into the house, pet-sitting. Today, we look after… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without: Pet Sitting.
Work Less, Grow More: The Virtual Assistant Advantage!
Let’s be honest, running a business is no joke. Between meetings, emails, planning, and everything in between, the to-do list never seems to end. If you’ve ever thought, “There just aren’t enough hours in the day,” you’re not alone. And you’re not wrong. That’s where a virtual assistant (hey, that’s me!) comes in. But first,… Continue reading Work Less, Grow More: The Virtual Assistant Advantage!