Author: Brianne Price
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From Finger Paints to PR Meetings
From Finger Paints to PR Meetings (and a Whole Lot of Googling!) Well, hello fellow remote assistants! This month’s funny story comes from being a transplant to the world of executive support. You see, my career trajectory took a rather… sharp turn. One moment I was knee-deep in glitter glue and teaching the alphabet to…
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Spring Clean Your Tech Stack
🌼 Spring Clean Your Tech Stack & Save Time with AI 🌼 Spring isn’t just for clearing out closets — it’s the perfect season to clean up your digital tools and technology spending. As business owners and remote assistants, we often sign up for platforms, software, and email newsletters that pile up quietly in the background.…
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Building Wealth for Your Future
Beyond the Business — Building Wealth for Your Future As a business owner, you put in the work every day to grow and scale your business. But what about your personal wealth? While your business might be your biggest asset, true financial security comes from building wealth outside of it. Here are a few smart…
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🌷 Spring Forward 🌷
A Smarter Way for VAs to Create Stunning Presentations for Clients As we step into spring, it’s the perfect time to refresh your workflows and discover tools that make your work faster and easier— and that includes your approach to creating presentations for the business owners you support. If you’re a virtual assistant tasked with helping your…
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Spring Forward: Adapt, Anticipate, Grow!
Adaptability and Anticipation As we officially “spring forward” and embrace longer days, it’s a perfect metaphor for our professional lives too. Just as the seasons change, so do the industries we support. In the remote world, adaptability isn’t just a skill – it’s a superpower. Think about it: technology evolves at lightning speed, and your…
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Why Paying Yourself First is the Key to a Thriving Business
The Problem: The Scarcity Mindset Many entrepreneurs follow this flawed formula: Revenue – Expenses = Profit They cover bills, overhead, and business investments, hoping there’s something left for themselves. The problem? There usually isn’t.. This creates a cycle of feast-or-famine finances, where personal wealth is always the last priority. A Better Approach: Pay Yourself First!…
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AI Resources & Tips to Make Your Life Easier
Here are some AI resources I recommend exploring, along with tips on how to interact with AI for the best results. AI Tools to Check Out: Tips for Interacting with AI Models: Want to improve your prompts? Here’s a helpful article from Harvard University on crafting effective AI prompts: Harvard AI Prompt Guide. Be specific. The more context…
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TAX SEASON IS UPON US!
Here is what you should know about write offs: 1. Home Office Deduction Got a dedicated workspace at home? You can deduct part of your rent, mortgage, utilities, and even internet costs. The IRS has two ways to calculate this: a simple “$5 per square foot” method or a more detailed method where you track…
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Supercharge Your Productivity
Happy New Year! To kick off 2025 with increased organization and efficiency, we’re exploring how AI-powered systems and tools can serve as your personal assistant—allowing you to focus on higher-level tasks while supporting your business owner more effectively. A great place to start is ChatGPT.com, an easy-to-use AI tool that can assist with writing, brainstorming,…
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Master Your Finances In 2025:
Tax Season Tips for the Remote Assistant Happy New Year! I hope your 2025 is off to a great start. With tax season just around the corner, I wanted to share some budgeting tips for 1099 employees to help you feel more prepared. Whether you’re new to the remote assistant world or have been doing…