Part of my weekly routine, which is non-negotiable, is The Mel Robbins Podcast. It’s like having an honest mentor in my ear; she offers sound advice, has amazing guests, and is always incredibly encouraging. I started listening to it when a friend recommended it to me, and now? I’m hooked. It’s part self-development, part mindset… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without: Mel Robbins Podcast.
Category: Things I Can’t Live Without
Things I Can’t Live Without: Visiting Family.
I love my trips to South Africa, and it’s thanks to my aunt. She’s my favourite family member to hang out with. No offence to the rest of the family, but we have a special bond. Every year, my mam and I get on a flight and head out there. Every time, we count the… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without: Visiting Family.
Things I Can’t Live Without: My Quick Delegation Checklist.
Clients often ask, “Joanne, what should I do myself, and what can I hand off to a virtual assistant?” It’s an everyday struggle, especially when your to-do list feels endless. That’s why I created a quick delegation checklist for my clients. It makes decision-making much easier. Here’s the simple way I break it down: 1.… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without: My Quick Delegation Checklist.
Things I Can’t Live Without: My Google Calendar.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Things I Can’t Live Without Zoom.
I work from home as a virtual assistant and have clients across the globe. Zoom is an essential part of my daily work routine. Zoom lets me communicate with my clients. I can share my screen with others and collaborate on projects. Additionally, it allows me to stay in touch with my family and friends.… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without Zoom.
Things I Can’t Live Without Canva Pro.
Despite not being a great designer or content creator, Canva Pro helps me in my virtual assistant business. Canva Pro makes it easy to create a professional-looking graphic or design. Any virtual assistant would benefit from this tool, and anyone needing creative design solutions should try it. As a Canva Pro subscriber, I can access… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without Canva Pro.