We often get this question from our clients. Should they bring their new team member on as a 1099 contractor or as a W2 employee? At times, the choice is easy as the laws are very clear as to which one it should be. If someone is actively involved in the day-to-day of running your business, there should be no question. They should be a W2 employee. Other times, if they are working on marketing and social media, working as an assistant taking care of various tasks both personal and business in nature, or working on a specific project, it’s not as easy to make the choice.

How to effectively prioritize and delegate tasks is the most asked question we get from our clients. Learning how to let go and hand off low-value tasks doesn’t need to be difficult. And if your team is remote, prioritization and delegation are essential to building a cohesive and efficient team. We understand growing your business is a top priority. And when you properly delegate the right tasks, you will have more time to develop your business, spend more time with your family and friends, or take needed time off. Here are some of our tried and true tips for effectively delegating.

Managing email can overwhelm anyone, especially if you receive an excess of 100 emails daily. Often the thought of taking a day off and returning to a full inbox causes frustration and stress. Here are some suggestions for managing your email so frustration doesn’t set in and cause undue tension.

There are many buzzwords out there today, particularly in regards to remote working. Here’s our favorite one because it’s all-encompassing - Anywhere Automation. Sounds pretty self-explanatory, doesn’t it? But is your team able to function anywhere they work remotely? Do the processes, systems, and applications you need to run your business allow your team to be efficient and effective?

Today’s workforce is quickly taking on a new look, and remote working is one of the reasons. Here are our top 10 suggestions of how a virtual assistant can help clear your plate, allowing you to focus on what matters most - your business and your family.

T I M E. It’s the one thing we all need more of but can never find. Or can you? Just imagine what you would do if you had an extra five hours each week! How about 10? Or even 20? We hear so much about work-life balance, maintaining a stress-free life, and self-care. Each of these is important for our own health and the relationships we have in our lives. How can you, as a busy entrepreneur and business owner, balance work and your personal life?

I don’t know about you but I’ve learned a lot this year about myself, my family, and the people around me. I’m beyond grateful to have the people I have in my life. I’m blessed to have a business that is thriving despite the mess of COVID-19. I’m even a bit of a mess because it seems this year has not only been full of a complete world gone crazy, but my own family’s life has also experienced some significant changes.

Owning a small business can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Remote work has been around for a while, and it’s here to stay. Your team might need someone to work for less than 10 hours a week or even a month, so you might think hiring someone is not an option. Read on to find out how a remote worker can be more than just a band-aid.

Working virtually often uncovers the flaws in your organization. Working flexibly, or remotely, might be the new trend; however, if there are not remote processes and policies in use, there will be bumps along the way. Here are three of the flaws that just might be exposed once your teams work virtually and how you can overcome them or prevent them from occurring.

Creating balance in our lives is a buzzword in today's hunt for the perfect remote position. We've put together a list of tools we can't live without in our remote professional lives and in our personal lives as well.