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Creating CALM, EFFICIENT Workplaces Through Refined ProcessesThe quickest and easiest way to radically create freedom in your business is to streamline your processes. The result?
- Turn chaos into productivity
- Turn confusion into organised calm
- Turn disengaged staff into motivated teams
Read our articles for practical solutions to help you improve the efficiency, effectiveness & productivity of your business.
What is a Virtual Assistant and What Do They Do?
So what is a virtual assistant? This is a question that many people may be asking, especially those who have never heard of this term before. Quite simply, the definition of a virtual assistant (or VA) is a professional who provides administrative, technical or...
The Ultimate Guide to Hiring Your First Virtual Assistant
There comes a time in every business owner's life when they must ask themselves whether or not they should hire a Virtual Assistant. It's a tough decision to make, but ultimately it comes down to two things: time and money. If you're struggling to find the time to do...
The Pros and Cons of Outsourcing vs Delegating
What is the difference between outsourcing and delegating? They are both approaches you can take to redistributing your workload. This is key to building a business that can operate smoothly without you – giving you more opportunity to grow and scale sustainably....
Lessons Learned From Hiring Remote Staff
Hiring remote workers to give you the business support you need is an increasingly popular growth strategy. I'm a massive fan of hiring remote staff because I've seen from firsthand experience that when you get help you can create lasting sustainable growth. When I...
How Do You Know When It’s Time For a VA?
Hiring a virtual assistant is becoming increasingly popular as we move away from the pandemic into new ways of working remotely. But how do you know when you need to hire a virtual assistant in your business? So many business owners find themselves working night and...
About to Implement New Software Within Your Organization? Follow These Critical Tips for Success
As Robin Powered points out, rolling out new software can be a difficult undertaking for an organization. Whether you own (or work) for a company of five or 5,000, adopting new technology always comes with a few bumps. But, in many instances, implementing new software...
Chain Of Command In Small Business
Having grown up in the military, with my dad working his way up through the ranks of the Australian Army throughout my childhood, I am very familiar with the concept of the Chain of Command. Have you ever heard the saying “up the chain”? Well, that saying comes from...
Six Stages Of System Success
A strong set of business systems are often overlooked, yet they are essential for growing and scaling your business.
How Often Should You Do Your Business Process Maintenance?
So that’s how you’re going to make sure your systems are clean and clear, and your processes are updated and maintained. Business process management is the lifeblood of your business. Get it right and the sky’s the limit!
Who Should Be Managing Your Business Processes?
Managing business processes is integral, but it does not need to be difficult. By allocating a little time and responsibility, it will help grow and sustain your business better than ever!
3 Ways To Delegate Process Management
While your team is going about managing their own routine processes, keeping all of their task instructions up to date, you can be the one giving them feedback and supporting them.
How Your Team Can Help With Process Management
You should absolutely value your people, but you should set up an effective system for them to be involved in. New people should be able to slip right in. It should be there to support you and your people, so you can all grow the business together.