Well can you believe it? 2010 already here!
2009 was a whirlwind of a year some good, and some not, but that’s just life isn’t it? A new year always represents a new beginning for me, a new path to explore all those things I didn’t get the chance to in previous years.
Here we are again, can you believe it, Christmas is only 17 days away. Where on earth did the year go? I have to admit, I’m a little “ill prepared” for the festivities. Normally I can start preparing for Christmas in October and at this point am pretty much done with the shopping, the crowds and yes, even the wrapping. Not this year, Christmas seemed to creep up on me and all of a sudden jump out from behind the closet and yell “Boo, here I am!”
How many of you really thought about how powerful words can be? I know, not something you would sit around and ponder, but I guess I’m the weirdo that does.
I have to say I am an absolute freak when it comes to clutter and with a three year old, you can imagine how difficult this is for me. I’m one of those people who love space and hate the thought of filling that space with unnecessary clutter. I would be happy with a TV, a comfy couch and nothing but open spaces.
I am thrilled to have my dear friend Mary-Lou Ashton, Virtual Assistant, Coach, Trainer and all around awesome person contribute her wonderful words of wisdom to my blog this week. She has written a fantastic 2-part article on Owning Your Value as a VA. A must read for any Virtual Assistant.
Owning Your Value as a VA – Part I
For many VA’s, especially those starting out, it can be difficult to own and honour the value we bring. While we may know and understand it, owning it is a whole different story. So how can you really own the value you bring to a client?
There is something to be said for a week without technology….I have to admit I loved it. I just spent my last week of vacation trying to be very good, which means no Blackberry, no checking email, and although I did check it a few times, overall I was very impressed with myself.
