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February Is Your Mulligan to Reset Your Business Goals
February Is Your Mulligan: Reset Your Business Goals Without Beating Yourself Up Have you ever felt like you’ve started the year strong, created fresh goals, new plans, a clean calendar, maybe even a color-coded spreadsheet; And then… real life happened! Client demands increased, emails kept coming, and unexpected projects landed in your lap. The plan […]
Know The Signs Of Burnout
Burnout is often mistaken for being overworked, burning the candle at both ends, all work no play, you get the idea. And while yes, all those can and will lead to burnout, it’s also important to know there are other factors such as hating your job, your situation, or not getting the support or appreciation you need from others. Recognizing the warning signs of burnout is crucial to prevent it from spiraling out of control.
Cyber Risks Business Owners Ignore Until It’s Too Late
You Can’t Fix What You Don’t See: The Cyber Risks Business Owners Ignore Until It’s Too Late Most cybersecurity issues don’t start with hackers. They start with assumptions. “I’m too small to be a target.” “I don’t handle sensitive data.” “I’ll deal with that later.” These thoughts are widespread – especially among small business owners […]
Groundhog Day at Work: Why Your Business Feels Stuck on Repeat
Groundhog Day at Work: Why Your Business Feels Stuck on Repeat You wake up, grab your coffee, open your laptop… and it hits you. Same emails. Same fires. Same half-finished projects staring back at you. …Different day. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And no – it’s not because you lack motivation, discipline, or […]
Small Business Marketing Basics for the Non-Marketer
Small Business Marketing Basics for the Non-Marketer If the word marketing makes you feel a little tense, you’re not alone. For many small business owners, marketing sits in that uncomfortable space between “I know I need to do this” and “I have no idea where to start – or how to keep up.” Nod your […]
How to Build a Weekly Workflow That Actually Works
How to Build a Weekly Workflow That Actually Works If you’ve ever created the perfect weekly plan – color-coded, neatly blocked, full of good intentions – only to abandon it by Wednesday… you’re not alone. Most small business owners don’t struggle because they lack motivation or discipline. They struggle because they’re trying to follow workflows […]
When to Hire a Virtual Assistant: The 7 Triggers You Can’t Ignore
When to Hire a Virtual Assistant: The 7 Triggers You Can’t Ignore Most small business owners don’t wake up one morning and say, “Today feels like the perfect day to hire a virtual assistant.” Instead, it usually looks more like this: →You’re answering emails at night. →You’re squeezing admin work in between client calls. →Your […]
Time-Saving Resolutions Every Small Business Owner Should Keep in 2026
January has a funny way of showing up with a lot of energy. Fresh calendars. Clean notebooks. New promises to finally “get organized,” “stay consistent,” and “do better with time.” And if you’re a small business owner, you’re probably starting the year with equal parts motivation and exhaustion – because even when business is good, […]
Planning Your 2026 Business Goals to Add Clarity, Space, and Strategy
Planning Your 2026 Business Goals to Add Clarity, Space, and Strategy There’s something special about the “In-Between”. These are the days between Christmas and the New Year. The decorations are still up… The calendar feels oddly empty… And for the first time in weeks, maybe months, you can hear yourself think. I think of the […]
Holiday Office Organization: Simple Systems for a Stress-Free 2026
Holiday Office Organization: Simple Systems for a Stress-Free 2026 There’s something about December that quietly whispers, “We’ll deal with it in January.” That inbox clutter? January. That messy file system? January. That feeling of being slightly behind, but not sure why? Definitely January. But here’s the truth that most small business owners don’t love to […]
Holiday Burnout? Try These 5 Balance-Boosting Tips
Holiday Burnout? Try These 5 Balance-Boosting Tips The holiday season shows up sparkling, festive, and full of magic – but it also shows up with invoices to send, clients needing last-minute updates, year-end bookkeeping, school events, travel plans, and somehow… a cookie exchange you definitely don’t remember agreeing to. And if you’re a small business […]
The Truth About Procrastination: Simple Ways to Break the Cycle
The Truth About Procrastination Part IV of our Time Management Series Originally published in 2021. Updated November 2025 for clarity, simplicity, and real-world application. Time Isn’t the Problem-Procrastination Is If you’ve ever caught yourself cleaning, scrolling, or reorganizing your desk instead of doing the one thing you actually need to finish… welcome to the club. […]
9 Simple Ways to Boost Productivity and Manage Time Better
9 Simple Ways to Boost Productivity and Manage Time Better Part III of the Time Management Series Originally published in 2021. Updated November 2025 with new strategies and resources to help you sharpen your focus and get more done with less stress. Time Isn’t the Problem-Focus Is Improving your focus and productivity isn’t about cramming […]
What Is Your Time Vampire?
What Is Your Time Vampire? Part I of our Time Management Series I first wrote this piece a while back when I was battling my own “time vampires.” I’ve given it a 2025 refresh – with updated tips and a downloadable workbook to help you reclaim your day. – TS Have you ever planned a […]
