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DAY ELEVEN OF MY VA LEARNING JOURNEY TIME MANAGEMENT: There are 24 hours in a day. This 24 hours applies to everyone and not some specific persons. How you manage your time determines what you achieve. It's true that we all have the same 24 hours but without good time management skills it can feel like the day passes by with little to show for it. I have learnt today that time management is the process of organizing and planning how to divide your time between activities. I also learnt that a good Virtual Assistant should know how to manage time systematically. Here are tips on how to manage time: 1. Avoid multitasking. 2. Use time management tools such as Trello, Asana or Google calendar. 3. Limit distractions. 4. Create a schedule 5. Set SMART goals [Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound] to stay on track. 6. Prioritize tasks.

Project management is all about being organized. if we are organized, the work is halfway done. Amy Fritz, M.S. helped me gain a better understanding of how to be organized in both my personal and professional life.Just finished the course “Staying Organized While Working Remotely or On-Site” by Madecraft and Amy Fritz! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gDtC3hhr #virtualoffice #organizationskills #timemanagement.

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP - TIME MANAGEMENT & PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS SKILLS  For more information on this workshop, visit: https://lnkd.in/dJAqucf WHEN: Apr 15, 2024 from 9:00am-12:30pm CST. The session will be delivered on the Zoom platform so all participants will work from their own workspace and use their own computer. Zoom has video capability but, if the participant's computer is not equipped with a camera, audio will also work. The per person fee for 1-2 participants is $255.00; for 3 or more the fee is $225.00 per person. Participants should enter the Zoom training room at least 15 minutes (8:45 AM) before the start time. The entire fee is non-refundable if a cancellation occurs less than 7 days before the date; substitutions are allowed up to the date of the workshop. This session is approved for 3.5 hours of CPE credit. To see a list of the other workshops we offer, visit https://lnkd.in/g5t3V8A #workshop #education #virtualworkshop #virtualeducation #workshops #timemanagement #time #CPE

Just before the COVID -19 time I set up a compact work area not too far from my home office that doubles as a small training room. This is 5 KM away from my home in the small but beautiful town Alleppey which is more popular as a tourist destination . This space allows me to stay productive while also offering a dedicated environment for hands-on training sessions, virtual meetings, and continuous learning. Having this space not too far from has made it easier to focus on both day-to-day tasks and developing new skills. It’s a great reminder that even small changes in your environment can make a big impact on productivity and growth. #TrainingRoom #WorkLifeBalance #ContinuousLearning #ProductivityBoost

When in a project is it worthwhile to stop working remotely and get the team in the same room for a few days and get some work done?   We all value remote working. However, there are times in a project lifecycle when a team needs to sit together to make progress faster. For example when the many service ideas already created has to be matched against the recent insights and increased in their level of maturity. To do so, compromises must be found to optimise the willingness to invest several days and achieve results. By doing so, the pressure on the facilitator rises, as the participants' time investment must be followed by a workshop that delivers on the initial promises.   Once in the room, great things happen. Such as this energy that keeps building up as the group sees the value in what is happening step by step and improves their dynamics. A workshop is a bidirectional process. The interactions in the room are a give and take, and as a facilitator you can get energy from the room.   It has been a pleasure to invest last week to develop future service concepts for home comfort with Brigitte Yvonne Stuart Yang Tahir Mehmet & Oliver. You've been a great crew! May you learn quickly, fast and cheaply about their potential. I am also very grateful to my colleagues Ulrike and Nils . Results are always greater than the sum of their parts. #workshop #facilitation #servicedesign

For the past 3 months, I’ve embraced time tracking, and it has added a lot to my productivity hacks. I dislike wasting time—this is a quality I developed when I became a virtual assistant. I love knowing how I spend my time, whether I’m handling client tasks, upskilling, or doing personal things. By tracking my time, I’ve discovered which tasks I spend the most time on and which ones take less time. Once I see where my time goes, I can focus on what matters. Instead of getting distracted by less important tasks, I now dedicate more time to activities that move my business forward. Time tracking has also been pivotal in reducing distractions. I no longer waste time scrolling through social media because, at the end of the day, I can see exactly where I “wasted” time instead of being productive. It really keeps me in check! Shout out to my accountability partner 🤣 . Lastly, time tracking has improved my work-life balance. It helps me avoid overworking by keeping track of how much time I dedicate to work, allowing me to set clear boundaries and make time for myself. For these past three months, I’ve been using Clockify to track my time because it: ⮞Is easy to use, with direct and simple navigation. ⮞Provides detailed daily, weekly, and monthly reports, which you can send to your clients if they need to track your time. This increases transparency by providing an accurate record of how much time was spent on a project. PS: Which time-tracking tool do you use?

Well who would have thought it - Zoom are demanding it’s staff return to the office at least two days a week According to a recent survey working from home permanently leads to ten percent reduced productivity but it can lead to larger cost savings What are your plans for the return to the office? #workingfromhome #coaching

Each day, you pour your energy into serving your clients, constantly questioning: Will new clients emerge? Are existing ones content? Can I meet this quarter's financial targets? By week's end, you are overwhelmed. Exhausted. I'm glad to help you break free from this draining cycle. That's why I'm introducing an online training with a transformative environmental shift aimed at fostering sustainable growth and integrity within your business. It's centered around enhancing your company culture, titled "How To Have Your Employees' Back?". During this training you will explore: - 5 benefits for your company when you invest in education of your employees about the ergonomic working environment - Demystification of main obstacle on that way - 5 steps your employees need to take to create 5-star ergonomic home office set up My goal is for all remote workers to experience a healthy, comfortable and efficient way of working. I'd be delighted to have you join me. Click here to subscribe to my email list and you will get FREE training on Monday, May 13! https://lnkd.in/eQuiNujj You will discover an exciting approach to help your team members be more focused, productive and healthy. Because, like Richard Brenson says: „If you take care of your employees, they will take care of the clients.“

Professional Development Opportunity 📚 Just attended a fantastic workshop on office management best practices. It’s inspiring to learn new ways to improve our workflows and support our team better. 📋✨ Investing in professional development not only benefits me but also helps our entire team thrive. How do you stay updated in your field? Share your favorite resources! 📖 #ProfessionalDevelopment #OfficeAdmin #ContinuousLearning

"Navigating time management as an entry-level Virtual Assistant has been a valuable learning experience. I encountered challenges balancing multiple tasks but overcame them by prioritizing, setting clear schedules, and staying organized. Each challenge has taught me the importance of adaptability and effective planning. Growth begins with learning from challenges! #VirtualAssistant #TimeManagement #ProfessionalGrowth"