The summer holidays often bring a different rhythm for business owners with children. You are still supporting clients and keeping your business running, but you are also managing childcare, days out, meals, activities and the occasional cry of, “I’m bored!” … Read More
When the temperature rises, getting through your working day often feels much harder than usual. Whether you’re running a business from home, managing a busy office or juggling client meetings, working in hot weather can leave you feeling tired, distracted … Read More
Most people don’t think much about their out of office message. They switch it on five minutes before leaving, type a quick sentence and head off on holiday. But your out of office email is often the first thing people … Read More
A lot of people still don’t fully understand what a Virtual Assistant does. And if I’m honest, this recent experience reminded me of that. After nearly 10 years running Miss Kantoor Virtual Assistant, I’ve learnt that not every enquiry turns … Read More
Running a small business often means wearing every hat going. You are the boss, the marketing department, customer service, accounts, social media manager and admin assistant all rolled into one. At the start it feels normal. You tell yourself it … Read More
Ten years since I took a deep breath, had a quiet word with myself, and thought “right then, let’s give this a go.” It’s been a proper mix. Some brilliant highs. Lovely clients who’ve become more than clients. Work I … Read More
When I book time off, I plan it properly. Your business does not pause because I’m on holiday. Here’s how I prepare and plan with you so everything runs smoothly. Why planning matters Unplanned gaps cause delays. Clear plans keep … Read More
Christmas creeps up fast doesn’t it?! One minute it’s September. Next minute you’re juggling clients, deadlines, and a growing to-do list. A little planning now saves stress later. It also sets you up for a calmer, more focused January. Here’s … Read More
It’s funny to think how far the term Virtual Assistant has come. Not so long ago, people heard it and thought of Siri or Alexa — or maybe someone sending invoices from a kitchen table. Fast-forward to today, and the … Read More
I’ve got a confession. Lately, I’ve been totally uninspired to post on social media — and I say that as someone who literally does this for a living. Especially LinkedIn. Oh LinkedIn… what happened? What used to feel like a … Read More