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Building Friendships Through Business
It has long been considered taboo to “mix business and pleasure.” But I have found that it can actually make the journey more enriching and meaningful as long as you know how to navigate the waters. My journey down this path began with the mom of my daughter’s best friend…
Leveraging Asana for Small Businesses
As an entrepreneur, you are wearing multiple hats and managing numerous projects simultaneously. This can mean sometimes things are forgotten or slip through the cracks, because there are just too many balls in the air at once. Asana is a game changer for those who could benefit from improving their…
How To Become An Effective Delegator
Delegating work can be an effective way to get things done while simultaneously helping others feel empowered. But how can you become an effective delegator? If you’d like to read our blog discussing “The Art of Delegating” for tips on how to effectively delegate and the benefits of delegating, you…
Spring: A Season for Business Growth
As the weather becomes warmer and the days become longer, we welcome the return of spring. It’s a season for growth and renewal. The flowers begin to bloom, the trees start to bud, and the grass returns to its vivid shade of green. Like animals, we come out of our…
Taking Care of Your Remote Employees
Are you finding it challenging to take care of your remote employees and support their wellbeing? Transitioning from the traditional workplace management system to a new and more modern remote environment can unearth new and complex issues. Understanding these challenges and taking steps to ensure the happiness of your employees…
Be Kind in the Grind
You have probably been in a position where kindness is not easy or the first thought, especially when it is not given to you. It wasn’t my first thought when a young professional cancelled on me as I was en route to our scheduled coffee. I had checked my email…
Five Important Business Lessons
February 2023 marks Remote COO’s 17th year in existence, and it all began with my desire to empower business owners and nonprofits by supporting their operations. Over the years, I have grown the business from 1 to 12 employees, and we continue to sign clients who are a good fit…
The Multitasking Myth
Did you know it is neurologically IMPOSSIBLE to multitask unless one of the tasks is automatic like breathing? The term ‘multitasking’ was first coined in 1965 by IBM to describe the capabilities of its latest computer marvel. However, the reality is, our human brains are not built like the modern…
The Art of Delegating
Did you know delegation is an artform few are inherently good at? Delegating, like most things, requires practice to master. As a business owner and manager strengthening your ability to delegate will free up a good portion of your time. This will allow you to focus on critical business development…
How to Lose a Client
Does losing a client seem counterintuitive to you? I suppose it may feel like a loss if you are simply looking at numbers, but good business is much more than just a numbers game! If you can get beyond the numbers and understand that this particular loss is actually good…
The Importance of Contracts
If you are a business owner, odds are good you understand the importance of contracts. They outline deliverables, expectations, timelines, payment schedules, retainers, and so much more. They cover a plethora of information and form the foundation for the working relationship between you and your clients. Ensuring you begin your…
Maximizing Your ROI When Attending a Conference
I recently had the opportunity to attend an in-person conference…I know – how long has it been since we’ve been able to do this?!? Since we are all out of practice, I wanted to share my insights into how to maximize your ROI when attending a conference. If you are…
