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…
When things don’t quite go to plan We all know how important relationships are in business. When you are working with a Virtual Assistant, it is vital that trust, reliability, and respect is there (on both sides) – as this will help develop a happy and long-lasting working partnership. Mistakes happen, challenges arise, that’s…
As part of our series on the tools of the trade, I’m taking a more in-depth look at each of the resources I use in my business. This will give you a flavour of what they’re about as well as some tips on getting the best from each. This week we’re taking a look at…
Top 5 Tips to make Scheduling Content Simple and Effective with SmarterQueue Content scheduling is not the most exciting task in the world, let’s be honest, but it doesn’t have to be an arduous and long-winded process. I use and LOVE SmarterQueue as my social media scheduling tool. It’s the best one I’ve come across…
PA Life Interview with Hayley Somerscales, Editor I was really honoured recently to be invited by PA Life Magazine to be interviewed a part of their series interviewing finalists of the UK Outstanding VA Award. Hayley asked me about how I became a VA, the South West Virtual Assistant Collaboration which I launched in March…
5 things you may not know about working with a VA As I’ve covered before the value of working with a VA is becoming more and more apparent to businesses yet there are still some things that you may not know, or perhaps you’re (albeit innocently) underestimating just how much hiring a VA…
Why Joanne Manville Virtual Assistance? Why us? So you have got to the stage of growth where you know you need to get some help – and we’re really pleased to see you recognise the value that working with a Virtual Assistant can bring. But what have we got on offer and why should…
