Always Always … Sell it First!
Some say it's like the question of what was first, the chicken or the egg .... or does it really matter? It does, and surely when we talk about our business. Mary had an awesome product idea, was full of enthusiasm and went from idea to design to...
How To Go Broke … Really Fast!
I just couldn't help myself, I laughed out loud. Here was my mother with hair standing in all directions trying to finish cooking dinner for the company that was soon to arrive, do a last check of the dinner table, make sure wine was in the fridge, that nibbles...
Do You Need To Stretch?
It's been a while since I wrote a blog, not to mention a newsletter ... In fact, I've never felt comfortable with writing; ever since my third grade teacher suggested that my writing was pretty bad! Didn't I have the perfect excuse to hide! 2014, for the...
How Do You Create an Efficient ToDo List?
My aunt always had an enormous purse. As a child, I was intrigued and full of suspense; what treasures would emerge if I turned it upside down? As I was not allowed to touch her purse, it took years before I finally came to see the treasures. What a...
Trusting Myself as A Writer
Today of all days, I am finding myself in my office, contrary to our well-laid-out plans to spend the weekend away with friends. We were all set to go Saturday, even did leave, and had to turn back; I was more than disappointed, I was upset at the Universe! How...
The Very Best Sign Of Appreciation
I flew to Minneapolis, MN two weeks ago, to attend AssistU's yearly Community Recognition Awards Ceremony, and to connect and re-connect with my VA pals. Although nominated for three awards, I never expected to be among the winners. Can you imagine my...
How Do You Readjust While Yearning?
Our visitors have gone and all that's left are the wonderful memories. I am filled with love for our families who came to celebrate with us, my husband's and my milestones, but also my nephew's Wedding a week later. The memories will live with me and in my...
AssistU Nominations
Every year,in the fall, AssistU holds its yearly Community Recognition Awards ceremony, lovingly called "Homecoming." Being AssistU VAs, we all have completed a rigorous 20-week training program and, once passed the weekend-long exam, are required to sign a strict...
I thought I had It All Planned …. I Was Wrong!
It's a time of celebrations: both my husband and I are having big Birthdays this year; and we are celebrating our 25th Wedding Anniversary. Is there a better reason to throw a party? Visitors arrived:from Germany and Holland, from Quebec and Ontario; up to 10...
How Do You Deal With The Unexpected?
We were on the boat, we laughed, we were totally relaxed, happy, and content. We had met with a few friends on this trip; our friendship tanks were topped up. Now it was time to go home. I looked over the water and felt freedom and joy: the weather was...