There’s something about the run-up to Christmas that makes an already busy diary feel even fuller. Alongside the everyday work of running your business, you’re thinking about finishing client projects, keeping your social media going and getting organised enough to take a break. Then there’s everything happening at home too. As a small business owner and mum myself, I know how quickly those weeks can fill up. And how easily the admin jobs you meant to get round to end up comi

If you’ve heard people talking about working with a VA, but you’re still not entirely sure what that means and what one actually does, you’re definitely not alone. VA stands for Virtual Assistant, and that’s me, Clockwork Virtual Assistant! We’re independent professionals who support businesses remotely, taking care of some of the tasks that need to happen behind the scenes of every business. That can include traditional admin, but the role has grown far beyond that. Dependin

When everything on your list feels urgent, a little structure can help. Try these practical ways to choose your priorities, protect focused time and leave room for the unexpected.