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6 Apps To Organise Your Time (And Get More productive)

As a business owner, it must be difficult to keep on top of everything that needs to be done. You have work tasks, domestic duties and social events. All of which impacts on your overall productivity. What I need is an extra 6 hours in the day. Alas, this may be a little too ambitious. […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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Become More Successful And Productive By Waking Up Earlier

To some, the idea of getting up earlier seems like a complete anathema. The thought of dragging yourself out of your deep slumber, possibly before the sun is even up, sends shivers down their spine. We are often told that you are either an early bird or a night owl. Well, that is not strictly […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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Learn The Scientific Truth Of How To (Really) Boost Your Productivity

There is a common myth in our society that is so part of the norm and accepted as truth that it barely ever gets challenged. It is the idea that “the more you work, the more you produce” or “the faster you work, the better”. There is a whole range of myths around productivity that […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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Under The Spotlight: Martin Amor, Cosmic Kids

Each month we showcase some of the fantastic stories our community of business owners and professionals have to share. This month Martin Amor, the co-founder of Cosmic Kids, speaks to Virtalent about what they do, working from home and how it all got started in the first place. Hi Martin, could you please introduce yourself […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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How to Find A Virtual Assistant Who Fits Your Needs

There comes a time in any businesses development when a decision needs to be made about growing. Is it time to hire new team members to help the company develop? It is often quite a big commitment. One of the most cost-effective, time-saving and flexible ways to grow is to hire a Virtual Assistant. They […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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Under The Spotlight: Tim Chorlton, The Factory

Each month we showcase some of the fantastic stories our community of business owners and professionals have to share. This month Tim Chorlton, the Director of Leeds based branding and marketing agency The Factory, speaks to Virtalent about the business, what made him work in the industry and the challenges he faces as a small […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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How To Use The Science Of Decision Making To Boost Your Marketing

There is no denying that the art of marketing is not exactly a clear path. We try so many methods and strategies to find the right formula. It can be daunting and often overwhelming to make the right choice for you and your business. The difficulty is trying to understand what your potential customer will […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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5 Old Marketing Methods That Still Work

In this day and age of relentless social media, emails and Google Adwords, you would be forgiven for thinking that digital marketing IS marketing. Nothing is worth doing unless it is in a digital format. Well, the irony is that whilst most people think that focusing entirely on digital campaigns presents you with a real […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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How to Get A Virtual Assistant That Works For You

The sales are coming in, your work is mounting but you are struggling to find the time to fit it all in. What do you do next? Hire some help of course. When your time is being squeezed you need to generate some more hours by passing off those tasks that are not income generating. […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters
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Under The Spotlight: Jazz Singh, The Future Leaders Club

Each month we showcase some of the fantastic stories our community of business owners and professionals have to share. This month Jazz Singh, the CEO and Founder of the Future Leaders Club speaks to Virtalent about his social enterprise, what drives him day to day and how he carved out his niche. Hi Jazz, could […]
Annabel Watters
by Annabel Watters