Setting goals is only the first step. Execution is where most goals succeed — or quietly fail. Effective business goals share a few critical traits: They are specific and measurable, so progress can be tracked. They align with core priorities, not distractions. They are broken into clear milestones to make progress manageable. They have assigned ownership, creating accountability. They are reviewed regularly, allowing adjustments as conditions change. A well-written goal only

Before setting new goals, it’s essential to reflect on the year behind you. Reflection isn’t about criticism or dwelling on what didn’t work — it’s about making smarter decisions going forward. Ask yourself: What initiatives delivered real results? Where did time, money, or energy drain away without meaningful return? Which systems supported growth, and which created friction? As virtual assistants, we often see business owners repeating patterns simply because they haven’t p

A new year offers a natural pause point for business owners — a moment to step back and evaluate where things stand and where they truly need to go. But meaningful progress doesn’t come from sweeping resolutions or dramatic overhauls. It comes from focused, intentional goal-setting. Effective business goals aren’t about doing more. They’re about doing what matters most. Instead of asking,  “What should we do this year?”  a more powerful question is,  “What will make the bigge

The holiday season always reshapes the rhythm of a virtual business, and the sooner you prepare for it, the smoother everything runs. Clients travel, timelines tighten, and team availability shifts, creating a mix of slow stretches and sudden spikes. Treat this time as a strategic window rather than a disruption. When you plan for those changes instead of reacting to them, you stay steady, protect your workload, and keep your business moving forward without the year-end chaos

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Persuasive speaking is a skill that you can apply regularly throughout your life, whether you are selling a product or being interviewed. 2,300 years ago, Aristotle determined the components needed for persuasive speaking. They are referred to as the three pillars of persuasion – ethos, pathos and logos. In this article, we discuss how to use the three pillars for public speaking. (This article has been abridged - click here to read the full article) What are ethos, pathos

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