Is it a good time to be a freelancer? 2022 Freelance Report – The Lowdown Yes, the last couple of years have been hectic and we’ve faced some challenges, putting it mildly! But these challenges have meant that we small businesses and freelancers have had to rethink, remodel, and put contingencies in place that we…
Top Business Tips for September September is upon us, and I’m guessing you’re wondering where the first 3 quarters of 2022 went! With August generally being a pretty quiet month in terms of business, while people make the most of the sun and summer holidays, many businesses deem September as the beginning…
8 ideas to make your online business more eco-friendly The 5th of June is World Environment Day and in the spirit of continuing to adopt more sustainable practices, we’ve put together a list of 8 easy things you can implement in your business to reduce your carbon footprint and be part of the solution. Our…
8 wellness tips for working from home So many Virtual Assistants and small to medium business owners work from home. Love it or hate it, there are always going to be ways of making improvements to help with your physical and mental health. Your wellness should be a priority – after all, you run the…
We spoke to Founder, John Harvey, to get his take on what support and solutions Joanne Manville Virtual Assistance provides to his rapidly growing business, and why having this support is vital.
5 reasons we may not be the right Virtual Assistants for you Let’s start with the obvious here. It might appear counterintuitive to list the reasons we may not be a good fit for you and your business, but here at Joanne Manville Virtual Assistance, we value honesty and integrity, so why not lay our…
Are you taking minutes at your meetings? Here’s why you should be. Well structured and documented meetings are vital in any business. They’re an opportunity to share ideas, strategies, objectives, company news, and any concerns or challenges colleagues may be experiencing. With this in mind, it’s easy to see why having a deliberate agenda and…
How to get the most from online networking Last month we covered 10 ways to get the most from in-person networking and this month we’re bringing you some top tips to get the most from networking online including using your social media platforms. Networking online and in-person is hugely valuable to small businesses. Not only…
10 ways to get the most from in-person networking Networking in person can be daunting, especially if you’re used to running your business primarily online. But the element of human interaction in person can make all the difference when you’re growing your business. I really enjoy networking and going to networking events. I’ve made…
5 reasons you shouldn’t hire a VA You may think me mad for pointing out reasons you ought not hire a VA but all will become clear. Virtual assistants love what they do, and they want to bring something fantastic to the table. In order to do this, the circumstances have to be right. As…
