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As an entrepreneur or member of leadership, have you ever felt as though you were only operating at a fraction of your potential? Have you felt as if the impact you’re capable of making is nowhere near your current daily output? If so, you are not alone. We often limit

It is said that the right mixture of open communication, clear expectations, and a clear vision of objectives can make a team unstoppable. Leading a business includes long hours, continuous planning, and tons of administrative work. When faced with a barrage of grueling project deadlines, ongoing client follow-up, and strategic

Wondering if outsourcing some of your company’s day-to-day processes is the best decision for your business? That depends on the direction you see your business taking in the immediate future. Analyzing your short and long-term business goals as well as your capacity to achieve them will help you understand which

If your business requires you to travel frequently, you are familiar with the amount of time and research it takes to find the perfect cost and time-effective options. Avoiding the extended layovers, inflated ticket costs, and undesirable hotel suggestions that are strategically thrown in your path can feel like a

Some have years of experience working remotely and are accustomed to the ups, downs, and many whirlwinds involved with making our home our office. As for the rest, it may feel as if you’ve been airdropped into this situation haphazardly. Add the combination of homeschooling kids, meeting deadlines, and an

There’s a saying that everyone has the same twenty-four hours in a day. Another well-known saying suggests that time is money. If these statements are both true, it’s vital to ensure the time you’re given each day is carefully budgeted to meet your goals and fulfill your needs. Doing so

William Penn was telling the truth when he said, “Time is what we want most, but what we use worst.” How many times have you found yourself wishing for more hours in the day and also wondering where the time has gone at day’s end? As a leader, it’s common

Who am I and What is the Ananda Edit? My name is Sara and I am a wife and mom of two little boys. I live in Columbus, Ohio where I teach high school. I love helping others and I focus my time and efforts on sorting and discarding items

The best kind of executive administrative assistant is one that feels like an extension of you. But if we know you, the leader in this scenario, it can be difficult to loosen the reins and allow someone else control. That makes sense, of course – but the fact remains, if

It seems to be the Great American Dream to somehow master the art of finding more time in the day to define your dreams, crush your goals, and fit in a bit of self-care. Mastering your time is a constant evolution and something we consistently need to re-evaluate. The best

In an effort to elevate the client experience and create a more efficient workplace for our team members, Hamilton Raye has focused on evolving and refining our client onboarding process over the past year. Through this development, we have learned what really works and further, that the most simple integrations

In today’s work environment, it’s more commonplace than ever to not only have a majority remote workplace but to also have members of your team whom you have yet to meet face-to-face. Many organizations have realized the countless benefits of remote work environments for everyone involved. Although there are many

At one point or another, we’ve all experienced the weighty impact of working with an incompetent team member. But what happens when that team member is an integral part of your team? Everything has the potential to fall apart, that’s what! Having a strong administrative professional on your team is

You’ve probably seen it in the headlines—”Risk of a Recession!” Right now is the perfect time for businesses to begin planning and be prepared for the possibility of a recession. The best business professionals know that it’s always best to be proactive vs. reactive when navigating through uncertain times. To

If you’re looking to boost productivity while unloading some of the administrative tasks on your plate, hiring a fractional executive assistant is a great place to start. In this post, we’re going to break down exactly what a fractional executive assistant is, what they can do, and why you should

Technology has transformed the way we run our businesses, build our brands, and manage client interactions. Automation not only saves time, it builds professional rapport with tools in place to simplify the appointment-booking process. We’ve all been there. Fumbling through a planner. Accidental double-booking. Endless back and forth via emails

Putting together a lengthy to-do list, and then handing it off: a guaranteed first step to increased productivity, stress reduction, and the gift of time. Accepting the hand-off, of course, is the fractional executive assistant. These business allies provide smarter time management, and a clear understanding of priorities, so an

Your business is your baby, built from the ground up. An investment of countless hours, strategic decisions, and effective management. And as a business grows, so do the demands of time and attention. We understand it’s difficult to hand off certain duties to someone else, especially if you’re not sure

In today’s fast-paced world, one missed opportunity can really cost your company. Despite our best intentions, time just slips – and sure, we can blame distractions and obligations. But by identifying those “evils” that steal our time, we are better equipped to prioritize an efficient daily routine, to then recapture

The modern business world moves fast. Time translates into opportunities, opportunities breed success, and success… well, it’s global. So let’s talk travel, because we know as a busy business professional – you’re going places. Travel planning services have emerged as invaluable tools for simplifying the complexities of a business trip.