October 13, 2024 – Issue #6 As this teacher learned, some of the most moving lessons are taught by students. When Mrs. Klein told her first graders to draw a picture of something for which they were thankful, she thought how little these children, who lived in a deteriorating neighborhood, actually had to be thankful… Continue reading A teacher told her students to draw what they were thankful for—this was one student’s moving response.
Author: Karen Cooper
Taming the Digital Fall: How Your Inbox is Like Raking Leaves
September 24, 2024 – Issue #5 Just like the crisp autumn air brings a flurry of fallen leaves; your inbox can become a swirling mess of emails if not kept in check. Managing a congested inbox can feel like raking up a never-ending pile of leaves. Here’s how they are similar and some tips to… Continue reading Taming the Digital Fall: How Your Inbox is Like Raking Leaves
From DIY Drama to Delegation Delight
(How a Virtual Assistant Can Lighten Your Load) September 8, 2024, Issue #4 Remember when painting a room was your idea of a good time? Okay, maybe not. I used to love tackling DIY projects, but recently, as I painted our master bedroom, walk-in closet, and bathroom, I realized the fun had faded. What was… Continue reading From DIY Drama to Delegation Delight
Embracing AI
August 24, 2024 – Issue #3 When AI was first starting to really hit the news, I heard people say they were frightened of it. It was going to take over the world. Humans would become obsolete. Well, some of you may not realize that AI has been around for quite some time now, dating… Continue reading Embracing AI
Things a VA Can Do For Your Business
August 9, 2024 – Issue #2 (just a few examples of the plethora of things a VA can do) Administrative tasks Data Entry Basic Bookkeeping VAs reduce costs A VA can lower operating costs A VA can boost your efficiency A VA frees up your time to allow you to focus on growing your business… Continue reading Things a VA Can Do For Your Business
A Little VA History
July 2024 – Issue #1 I was doing a little research as I was curious as to when the first Virtual Assistant (VA) was born (not literally!). A lady called Anastasia Brice began working from home as a secretary in 1992. She used the Internet to offer her services in admin support, travel planning, and… Continue reading A Little VA History
