Those of my readers who mix in the social media circles or forums to which I belong will know I had an accident on 12th December. The rest of you probably don't. Rather than repeat it all here I encourage you to visit my photography blog to read all about it. Because, after all, I was out on a photowalk when it happened. And if you subscribe (email) to that blog before end 31st December, you will go into a draw for a free print - I draw a prize each month at my photography blog. The short … [Read more...]
I’m sick, should I tell my clients?
Interesting discussion arose recently on one of the VA forums and I thought I'd bring the topic here. How do you handle things if you're not well and have client work to be done? I guess the answer really depends on the timing for that work and the relationship you have with your clients. Also, just how sick you might be? If I've had a day where I've felt a bit 'off' but not needing to be in bed, I will work at half capacity, completing anything that might have had a deadline for that day and … [Read more...]
Blogging is healthy
My hubby gets Scientific American and he photocopied an article for me from their June edition. The full article isn't available online but some of it is and I thought I'd share it with you. Self-medication may be the reason the blogosphere has taken off. Scientists (and writers) have long known about the therapeutic benefits of writing about personal experiences, thoughts and feelings. But besides serving as a stress-coping mechanism, expressive writing produces many physiological benefits. … [Read more...]
That’s right! I can outsource!
I had an epiphany recently. Here I am, a VA of many years standing and I own and run a network of VAs. But I still try to do everything myself! A few nights ago I had dinner with a possible new client. I say 'possible' because I actually had tried to pass her on to my team members but she kept coming back saying she wanted me - she'd been referred to me and the person who referred her spoke very highly of my abilities. That's good, most of the time, but when you're stretched to the limit, you … [Read more...]
Are You Vitamin D Deficient?
I was watching Sunrise whilst putting in a bit of time on the treadmill this morning and it highlighted a recent news article that I heard over the weekend but hadn't really thought about. They had an expert talking about the importance of getting sunshine on a regular basis to prevent Vitamin D deficiency. They mentioned people most at risk are those who are constantly covered up (perhaps due to cultural or religious reasons) and the long-term sick, or the aged who stay indoors all the … [Read more...]
