Think of your current life goals. How convinced are you that you’ll succeed? What’s stopping you from making that trip, losing that weight, learning that language, or running that half-marathon? What if someone said you could accomplish your #1 goal in 100 days? That there is a formula that you can use to guarantee success? […]

  I’m sure you’re all familiar with the old adage: “Work to Live, don’t Live to Work”. When you work as a Virtual Assistant or self-employed business owner, it’s all too easy for work to permeate every aspect of your life. Working from home, although great for reducing commute costs, brings with it a unique […]

We’ve all heard the phrase ‘Jack of all trades, master of none’, and nowhere is it more relevant, than in the business world. Every business needs a niche, to stand out. It also helps to highlight their expertise and get them seen as the ‘go-to’ person for that particular thing.  VA’s need to be niched […]

How long should a CV be? It should be around 2 pages of A4 in length, 2 pages is the optimal length to sell your skills and knowledge, without boring readers. Why does you CV need to be 2 pages long? Firstly, having a CV of 2 pages in length is not some kind of […]

The structure of your CV is an important factor in your job search. A CV needs to look professional and present your information clearly. Profile – an introductory paragraph Core skills – bullet pointed snapshot of your main offerings Career history – detailed list of your roles Education/qualifications/technical skills Recruiters and hiring managers will be the people reviewing […]

Soft skills Soft skills are personal attributes which are not specific to a particular profession and can be applied to any job or industry. They are just as valuable as hard skills, but they are more common and harder to measure and prove in a CV. Adaptability– The ability to quickly adjust to new situations […]

Your CV (Curriculum Vitae) format is crucial to job search success. If you are struggling to land interviews with your current CV it may not be the CV’s content that’s letting you down. Your CV formatting could be making it difficult for recruiters to see your skills and cause irritation in the process, which will result […]

Your CV (curriculum vitae) reflects a first impression of you, one mistake can seriously damage your chances of landing job interviews. Not tailoring your CV Your CV must be targeted to appeal solely to the niche of employers and vacancies that you are applying to. Not tailoring your CV is the most damaging mistake that […]

Adding your work experience Once you’ve written your CV profile, it’s time to list your work experience. If you are an experienced candidate then this section will be the largest part of your CV. If you have little or no paid work experience you can also include: University work placements School work experience placements Voluntary […]

Your profile is a short introductory paragraph at the top of your CV, and is the first thing that a recruiter will see upon opening your CV. It needs to excite people and encourage them to continue reading the rest of your CV. What to include in your CV profile To provide employers with a […]

Your CV will vary from everyone else depending on your experience level and the type of job you are applying for, but most employers will expect to see the following details in your CV: Name and contact details – It’s important that employers know who you are and how to contact you. A CV profile or […]

The key to writing a “GOOD CV” is to show recruiters and hiring managers that you are a perfect fit for the job you are applying for. You also need to present the information in a way that can be digested quickly by busy people who have hundreds of CVs to review. By following my […]

A Cover Letter  is your opportunity to get the recruiter’s attention.  Recruiters don’t spend more than 15-30 seconds to review it. So, make sure you put yourself into the spotlight in the best possible way. The Header This section should be similar to the one in your Resume. Address of The Company Here you write […]

Most  new business owners start off with a  workload that is  manageable. You pull the occasional all-nighter, but you get everything done, and because of that your business grows. There are always ideas you think about implementing to  grow faster.  Client by client, your business grows, as does your workload. Now, you still want to […]

   If you have an Instagram, but aren’t sure how to use it, then this post is for you. Figure out your  ideal client. This will help you determine what type of content you need to be posting. The content should be something your  client wants  to see. Make a schedule for posting. Once you […]

   For my Social Media Scheduling, there are 3 apps that I can’t live without! I will share with you how I go about using various apps on a day to day basis Trello is my go to app, to organise all things within my business. I have a content board (my Instagram), and a Pinterest/email […]

Leading on from my previous blogs on how COVID has changed my job as an airline pilot I will address “stress”! Aviation is one of the worst hit industries by the pandemic. As a front line pilot I am all too aware how our lives have been affected and stress has escalated in our lives. […]

“What should I post?!” The most common question my clients have when they are dealing with Social Media. You know the value of staying consistent. You don’t have to convince yourself that you should be posting frequently. But coming up with content ideas that clients relate to is HARD. Especially when you’re growing your business […]

If you are using social media, you’ve heard of  #hashtags# Hashtags are the way to get your post and advertising exposed to a large client base for free. Call it the modern version of social media marketing The question remains how to choose these trending hashtags. You need to choose  hashtags that compliment your businesses’ […]

Airline pilot and “Transferable skills” In my previous blog I have shared with you how COVID has changed my life as an airline pilot. As a result of one of the many changes I am currently writing to you from my quarantine room where I will be residing the next two weeks. Leading up to […]

The day COVID hit aviation This is my second blog in a series where I will share with you how COVID has changed my life as an airline pilot and how the pandemic changed  aviation. Pilots are taking big pay cuts due to the reduced flights, flying skills are less sharp due to infrequent flying, […]

My first blog in a series during which  I will share my own experience as an airline pilot, how the pandemic has changed things and how I am trying to learn new skills to secure my future. My story I have been an airline pilot for over 25 years, a job which I thoroughly enjoy […]

The coronavirus pandemic has grounded most of the world’s airplanes for the immediate future. But when aviation reboots, pilots will need to be up to speed. It means brushing up on flight-deck skills. This is presenting a  challenge as pilots remain housebound. Pilots require frequent training and ‘recency’ to be able to fly,  “Recency” means complying with regulations […]

The world of business is more competitive than ever. Although this can mean that a series of financial rewards are on offer, it could also mean that our personal health is being impacted as a result. Working too hard can slowly eat into our free time, which means less time with family and friends, as […]

There’s not much worse in business than arriving at the office each day, turning on your computer, only to be greeted by a full inbox! If instead, you left the office each day with an empty inbox, you would feel much more motivated when starting work the next day, and you would achieve so much more – […]

   Proofreading your business documentation is essential for two main reasons: It enables you to demonstrate professional business competency, and It helps prevent miscommunication which can be highly embarrassing but also financially costly. You will notice a mistake, typo or error in what you are reading, which will either irritate you, make it hard to […]

For small businesses, taking on the extra task of writing a blog can seem daunting, particularly if you’ve never written before or you think you’re not a writer. But blogging has so many benefits for small businesses. Marketing professionals say blog content creation is their top inbound marketing priority. The reason for this is because it is […]

There are tons of apps available to help you keep on top of both your business and home life, irrespective of whether you’re on Android or iOS, and the best part is you don’t have to spend time wondering which ones to use, as I’ve done the hard work for you! To make it easier […]

Are you or your business on Instagram?  It’s a great network to showcase your products, services and make connections, although as it’s such a visual network, it can sometimes be hard to know what photos and images to share, especially if you’re marketing a service-based business and don’t have gorgeous products to photograph. I’ve found that […]

Are you new to working with a Virtual Asssistant? Not sure where to start, what do to, or how to move forward? Whether you’re looking to work with a VA on a part-time basis, or looking to hire a full-time support person, to help you work effectively here are five tips for working with a virtual […]