Managing During The Upcoming Weeks

For some of us the world seems like a very uncertain place at the moment. Some of our clients might not have as much work for us right now.

Hopefully, for Virtual Assistants, this will be temporary and short lived. So I encourage you to make good use the downtime.

I used to play a game that I called, “If my business doubled tomorrow, what do I wish I’d done yesterday?” It was a way to motivate myself during slow times.

Here are some suggestions for things to focus on:

1. Improve your skills. Figure out how to use MailChimp; take a look at that new CRM your client asked you about; fine tune a skill you already have. I find it’s easier to learn a new skill when I have a project to apply it to, so while you’re learning that new skill, you can improve the way your business runs as well.
   
   
2. Check your existing set up. Listen to your voicemail message and see if it’s short, friendly and to the point. Subscribe to your newsletter and find out if the freebie you promised arrives in your email inbox. Review your email inbox and get it organized.
   
   
3. De-clutter your office and your computer. It’s a well-known fact that clutter drains energy, so use this time to get rid of things you no longer need and create a beautiful and spacious environment for your work. You’ll be amazed how happy this will make you feel.
   
   
4. Take some time off. When things slow down it’s easy to stay at your desk all day and not get much done. Be intentional with the work you have, set a deadline to get it done, and then enjoy the rest of the day. Go for a walk, play with your kids, or read that book that’s on your nightstand.
   
   

And if it turns out you’re busier than ever, now might be the perfect time to bring another VA into your business and expand!

If you’re not already a member of our Facebook Group, The Virtual Assistant Connection, and would like to join, here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thevaconnection/