With a growing number of entrepreneurs and self-employed Canadians, it’s no surprise “virtual assistant” has become a bit of a business buzzword. If your to-do list keeps growing or you need a little extra support with your business, outsourcing may be just the ticket! We’ve compiled a list of 4 things you should do before hiring a VA.

Community is at the core of everything we do. As we support women in business across Manitoba, we strongly believe in community over competition and one of our favourite parts about our community is the genuine relationships that form.

Did you know Hustle + Charm is a Black-owned business?

February is Black History Month, and as a community who values and celebrates diversity and inclusion, we’re highlighting and celebrating Black women in Manitoba who are following their passions, using their voices and paving the way for other Black women (and women in general!).

You’re a busy entrepreneur! It can be tough to carve out time for tasks like marketing if that isn’t your area of expertise. Luckily, there are ways you can repurpose your content so you don’t have to start from scratch!

Looking for an opportunity to support other women in business, share your experiences and expertise, and build friendships with women who understand what we go through as entrepreneurs? Then peer mentorship may be for you! We’ve compiled 5 benefits of peer mentorship for entrepreneurs.

As an entrepreneur, you’re likely familiar with all of the different tasks required as you wrap up the year. One of the most important tasks to bump to the top of your priority list? Setting goals!

There’s no better time to start goal-setting than with the new year right around the corner! To make it even easier, we’ve compiled six goal-setting tips to help you set your business up for success.

From jam-packed schedules, to financial considerations, to potentially difficult interactions with family, the holiday season can be downright stressful. That’s why it’s especially important to practice self-care so you can enter the new year feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world. We’ve compiled some self-care tips to help you reduce stress and improve your overall well-being during the holidays.

It can be extremely challenging to balance what we must do, with what we enjoy and choose to do. It’s not always easy to keep these things aligned. If we are unable to reduce stress and manage a balanced life, there can be physical and/or emotional health consequences. If you’re looking to achieve a balanced lifestyle to take care of your mind, body and soul, there are several amazing professionals in the Winnipeg area that will be sure to aid in your journey. Check out our 4 recommendations for where and what you can do to put yourself first.

We are curious, have you looked at your personal and work life through the lens of a mission and a vision for your future? We personally like having a mission and a vision to drive our day-to-day. Being reminded of the big picture can help you to work through some of the most difficult things and stay motivated doing the smallest of tasks. Having this foundation can make or break how you respond to almost anything. We are going to walk you through the what, why, and how to create, or update, your mission and vision statements. With millions of opinions, options, and opportunities; your core values will keep you grounded. This should be at the top of your priorities if you have yet to create it or feel like you have any updating to do. Let’s dive into it!

Think back to when you were a kid, heading back to elementary school in the fall. Do you remember getting your school supply list from your new teacher? You know, the one with #2 pencils, Five Star notebooks and a box of tissues. Now that you’re a grown up, no one is putting together a list for you every year, but you likely still need some of the same supplies to get the work done. We thought we would take that load off for you and put together a list of the top supplies you need as you head back into your routine and back to work this fall.