The paperweight pa blog
How a Virtual Assistant can provide you with Lifestyle PA support to help manage your personal life
It's getting quite well-known now that a Virtual Assistant is someone who can help you in your business life. To date, most of my blogs have backed this up, as they have been about business-related topics. But what you might not know is that I also provide Lifestyle PA support too! Have you...
Are you ready for 2021?
Are you ready for 2021? Many of the businessowners I know have spent the time during Christmas and New Year getting ready for the year ahead. And I must admit, it’s been no different here at Paperweight PA headquarters. It’s been a quiet time, but it’s also been very productive, and I have to say...
7 lessons we’ve learnt this year (and should not forget as we slide into 2021)
This year has taught us a lot about business and people. It has certainly been a year of ups and downs, what with lockdowns, restrictions and many businesses having to adapt to working from home. There have been many lessons we’ve learnt this year! But as with anything, these difficult times have...
Plan ahead & make the most of the Christmas break
It’s been quite a year, hasn’t it! For many of us, the Christmas break is something we’re not only looking forward to but also something we really need this year, more so than any other year. It’s the time to relax with a few friends and loved ones, as we reflect on and appreciate the end of 2020...
How to keep your remote team motivated
If you want a team to gel together, you need to get them working well together and keep them motivated. But if you have a remote team, it’s even more important that you learn how to keep them motivated. Working remotely can feel very isolating and, if you’re not careful, it can get quite...
How to effectively manage your remote team
Working with a remote team is a great cost-effective way of getting the help you need, without the overheads. But if you want it to work well, you need to know how to effectively manage your remote team - because if you don’t, not only will your team morale suffer, but so will their work. So if...
How to work effectively with your Virtual Assistant
Knowing that you’ve just hired a Virtual Assistant can be a really exciting moment for you. You know that your business is about to improve, and it’s the perfect opportunity to now step up and go for those bigger dreams you have. But once you've settled down, you may be wondering what exactly...
Can a Virtual Assistant really care about my business?
Hiring a Virtual Assistant (VA) is a big move for many business owners. You’re practical enough to know you need to get some help in, if you want your business to grow. But equally important, you want someone who is actually going to care about your business. After all, how can they do a good job,...
What is a good rate for a Virtual Assistant?
If you’re looking around for a Virtual Assistant (VA), you’ll understandably want to shop around. Pricing and rates can vary enormously, and it’s fair to say that you’ll naturally want to get the right Virtual Assistant for you, at a cost that suits. But how...
Is your poor time management a problem or a sign?
Time is at a premium for all small business owners. And it’s easy to assume that if you’re struggling with poor time management, you need to work on your time management skills. But could your bad timekeeping be a sign of another problem altogether? Is poor time management the problem? Do you find...