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.

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!

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.

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.

As a business owner, you will likely wear many hats during your day. CEO, creative manager, marketing manager, customer service representative, and so many others. At home you still have obligations, being the chef, taxi, teacher, or any other roles you fulfill . Instead of doing it all alone, we’re here to help you prioritize tasks, learn how to ask for help, and find the right people to get the job done!

2018 is coming to an end, and it has been a wild ride! This year was filled with ups and downs, curveballs and home runs, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. With the closing out of this year fast approaching, it’s important to set ourselves up to be successful in the year to come. This week’s blog post will give you a few tips on how to reflect on and be grateful for everything that you’ve experienced this year, while also hyping up to CRUSH your goals in 2019.

You know that never-ending to-do list that seems to get bigger by the day? We have one too, and this week we are going to talk about how to increase your productivity so you can start checking things off your list and crushing your business goals like the awesome lady boss you are!