"Starting a business is a huge amount of hard work, you had better enjoy it." 🚀
As the founder of Venice Virtual, I've found immense truth in Richard Branson’s words. Starting a business can indeed be challenging and lonely but finding joy in the process is key.
🌟 My advice? Choose a field you're not just an expert in but one that sets your passion on fire. It'll be your driving force through tough times and keep you focused on the path to success. 🔥✨
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As a business owner myself I always tell my associates it’s a must to keep an accurate record of all hours worked on tasks. By doing this, the amount of time worked and what is being charged can be more accurately represented.
Many business owners will agree that the lines have blurred between work and homelife. I often find it difficult to get the balance right especially when it comes to running my own business, because no one can run it as well as I can, right? Well, actually, what I have learnt is that to be more effective at what I do I need to do some things less.
Unlike your ‘published’ hourly rate, your effective hourly rate takes into account all the unpaid work you do in your business.
Common unpaid business tasks include:
🕰️ Marketing
🕰️ Business support - building and maintaining business infrastructure
🕰️ Admin work and bookkeeping
🕰️ Training and development
🕰️ Responding to enquiries
You must stop working in your business if you want it to scale. Many small businesses delay hiring a team until a later date, but in reality it pays to do so sooner rather than later. Doing tasks you do not enjoy or have little knowledge of will not save you money. In the long run, it will cost you.
To find out how to work out the true representation of your ‘PAID’ EHR and where to be more effective in your business read our blog https://buff.ly/474WA5j
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At Venice Virtual we believe in the power of an exceptional team. 🤝💼
Each unique mind contributes to our success, fostering talent at every level. Our goal is to provide the support businesses need to thrive and excel.
With a little extra nurturing, we can unlock their potential to overcome any challenge, grow and achieve greatness. 💪✨
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In the world of business, challenges are inevitable. It's how you respond that matters.
Successful businesses adapt and pivot, responding to the market and embracing change instead of giving up at the first sign of trouble.
By employing these strategies, your startup can weather difficult times and position itself for growth when the economy improves. 💪📈✨
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We all know how powerful the mind can be, therefore we should know we have the potential to be that power.
Our creativity is a boundless source of inspiration waiting to be unleashed.
I frequently share with my colleagues the belief that learning is a precious gift that stays with us throughout our journey. By consistently seeking knowledge, training and personal growth, we ignite our ambition and remain motivated, paving the way for a successful future.
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The flawless formula for achieving success!! 🚀
Keep doing what you’re doing because you’re awesome, because you can make things work and because business matters!
The key to prosperity lies in delivering greater value than your competitors. That’s when you no longer pursue financial success; instead, it naturally gravitates toward you. Have a productive week everyone!
Begin a new week on a positive note! Cultivating a great mindset as the week kicks off is crucial for a successful week ahead. It is REALLY that simple.
Share your Monday mantra with us! Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
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🎓 Chase your dreams, because if you don't, they'll remain out of reach. 🌟
🎓 Don't hesitate to ask for what you desire, because the only "no" you're guaranteed is the one you never request. 🗣️
🎓 Keep moving forward; stagnation won't lead to progress. 🚀
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True progress doesn't always involve giant leaps; it's about making small, consistent changes every day. Whatever you're aiming for, taking small steps each day can make all the difference.
Get started today - read a page, make a call, or learn something. Small actions add up to a better future. The key to improving your tomorrow lies in your commitment to daily progress. 💪🌈
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There's no doubt that social media can be a valuable tool for businesses. However, it should never replace your website entirely. Here's why having a dedicated website is crucial and why social media can't be a substitute:
👉Professionalism and Credibility: A well-designed website conveys professionalism and credibility. It serves as your digital storefront, showcasing your services, testimonials and contact information in a structured and organised format.
👉Brand Control: All aspects of your website are under your control. This tool can be customised to match your brand's unique identity, ensuring your online presence is consistent and memorable. You may find that your branding is diluted in a sea of posts and profiles on social media platforms.
👉Content Ownership: Content on your website is owned and controlled by you. This is essential for long-term business success. Social media platforms can change their algorithms or policies, affecting how your content is displayed or accessed by your audience.
👉Search Engine Visibility: A website can be optimised for search engines (SEO), making it easier for potential clients to find you through Google and others. Social media profiles can appear in search results, but they often don't rank as well as dedicated websites.
👉Data and Analytics: Websites provide robust analytics tools for tracking user behaviour, demographics, and engagement. Data like this is crucial to refining your marketing strategies and gaining a better understanding of your audience. Similarly, social media platforms provide insights, but they may not be as comprehensive.
👉Content Depth: While social media is great for short, real-time updates, your website allows you to create in-depth content, such as blog posts, case studies and whitepapers. This content can establish your business as an authority in your field and drive organic traffic.
👉Control Over User Experience: You can control the user experience on your website, incl
Having walked on the moon, we can reach beyond the skies! Don’t lose the chances you didn’t take. Make the most of your opportunities and don't look back.
Venice Virtual is dedicated to supporting our tribe, associates and clients to achieve their goals! We strive to positively influence individuals to encourage them to reach their potential and be the best they can be.
Together, we can accomplish more! High five 🙌🙌🙌 your great minds and keep being AWESOME!
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Effective Business Support
In a conversation with a client about additional business support, I discovered she was tired of spending hours each week completing small but increasing administrative tasks, and not only was she losing time, but she felt as if she had no visibility into her growing business and its day-to-day operations.
When I explained that through a combination of useful business tools, technology and support, we could do away with doing things the manual way, get a better handle on the business and take away the burden of time-consuming admin tasks, she was completely blown away!
It is true that hiring a virtual assistant is an investment, but think of what she can do with the time she is saving!
The time she'll save would be better spent managing and using the new information she'll have to make strategic decisions to grow profits. If this sounds familiar, please feel free to DM me to see how we can help.
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In our next blog, we’ll explore some of the risks associated with AI in your business. Among them:
❗️Job losses
❗️Privacy violations
❗️Deepfakes
If you are using AI in your business, look out for our blog next month where we examine these outcomes and look at ways to mitigate risk.
Have you implemented AI in your business? Share your experiences below.
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Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising every time we fail. Over the last year we’ve faced unprecedented challenges and we've been pushed to our limits. We’ve come out stronger and shown we can swim against the tide to override the storm.
Small acts, when multiplied by collective, can uplift community spirit. At Venice Virtual we’re here to share your dreams and help you on your journey.
Happy Monday 😊
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Fostering a culture of good communication within teams, departments and clients is all imperative in running a successful company.
At Venice Virtual we practice what we preach and fostering a culture which allows our teams of professional #VA associates works better together, we can promise better results in improved productivity for your business.
We #empowerstaff with good #communication skills which allows them to work and feel better and ultimately boost productivity and in turn help your organisation to grow.
To read more about how you can create a good culture of communication within your business visit https://bit.ly/3wn78cV to read the full article and other useful blogs.
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Scripted! a New Service by Venice Virtual
With more and more small businesses competing for attention online, we're introducing a new way to put your business centre stage and in the spotlight. Upstage the competition and place your target audience in the best seats in the cyber-house. More interesting than a static social post, more exciting than yet another corporate video, more memorable than a standard blog post and more interactive than your usual elevator pitch. Thanks for taking part in our 4 minute survey. Curtain up, lights, action! https://us19.list-manage.com/survey?u=ff54f3cb5331699db16f5b55e&id=e216fbba07
So, why is it important to hire a virtual assistant? https://buff.ly/2NyWi2N⠀
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