As we bid farewell to the old year and usher in a new one, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our professional journey and set new goals for the coming months. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or a professional aiming to climb the corporate ladder, New Year’s resolutions can serve as a powerful …
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Women Who Paved the Way for Female Entrepreneurs
Women have been great leaders in the workforce for centuries. Their success has paved the way for other women like myself and acted as role models for generations. Unfortunately, their stories are often overlooked, so I dedicate this blog to honoring Women’s History Month.Here are eight stories of powerful women whose startups should never be …
A Realistic Approach to Time Management
Why is Time Management Necessary for an Entrepreneur? The entrepreneur’s day can be a bit overwhelming. From organizing and participating in meetings to planning strategies, from dealing with employees to meeting new clients or customers – the entrepreneur does it all! If you were to ask any successful businessperson or entrepreneur which skill they cherish …
5 Self-Care Habits for the Accomplished Entrepreneurs
We have all read and heard of the best self-care habits, like exercising, eating healthy, and caring for one’s mental health. However, as a business owner, self-care needs to be kicked up a notch. When you are a business owner, you don’t have a choice. Taking care of yourself is taking care of your business. …
Entrepreneurs and Mental Health
Being an entrepreneur is a rewarding journey, especially if your mission is to help others.But unfortunately, burnout is very real. Have you ever heard of an entrepreneur who didn’t burn out? That’s what I thought! Mental health affects how people think, feel, and behave at work. It affects everything from productivity, professional interactions, communication, and …
7 Things I Learned As A Business Owner This Year
McBride Virtual Assistant is officially a year old! On a more personal note, I have been a business owner for a year. I have been excited to celebrate our first year and look back on everything that came these last 12 months. For me, this year symbolizes how hard I have worked and, most notably, …
The Power of Networking For Your Business
It is no secret that if you want to “win” in business, you will have to get acquainted with the words NETWORKING AND MARKETING. Here’s another little secret: having an online business does not exclude you from interacting with other humans. I know! I may be the bearer of bad news with that one! Luckily, …
Why You Should Hire a Ministry Virtual Assistant
Today, many pastors and leaders are spending a lot of time focusing on administrative tasks. Unfortunately, these tasks shift the focus away from significant roles that need priority, like taking care of their congregation. With a tight church budget, sometimes it is hard to find help for these tasks. A virtual assistant can provide ministries …
How To Avoid Business Burnout
Running a business is like a rollercoaster! There are moments when business is great, and then there are times where you feel like you are failing as a business owner. Running a business is hard work! Especially if you are a solopreneur. You are juggling every project, every client, every task, and every detail all …
How to Respond to “Too Expensive” Clients
There will always be a client who thinks that you are too expensive. It is a given fact no matter what industry you are in. A common response would be to get offended. Truthfully, in some instances, clients may think this way because of some preconceived notion of what they think your service is worth. …