The role of the Executive Assistant (EA) has changed dramatically over the last twenty years. A connected world now means more flexibility allowing international working opportunities without having to leave…
With over 20 years PA/EA/business support experience, Helena Parrott – Director of Virtually Smart Ltd – knew she had the specialist skills to support SME’s, CEO’s, Senior leadership teams, entrepreneurs…
The role of the Online Business manager (OBM) is on the rise. Start-up’s, SME’s, Mid-market enterprise and even large enterprises are seeking a more flexible approach to their business support…
“I am a small business owner. Running a small business is tough going at the best of times and can be both challenging and rewarding. However, depending on your sector…
Continuity & contingency planning is an organic part of larger business policies. These essential policies help protect businesses should something happen to the business owner or premises to stop the…
Customer service helps businesses create valuable relationships with customers and suppliers alike. The communications made between a business and their customers are the underpinning of their success. However, what does…
The UK Government has reassured business owners that we have avoided a recession. However, we can all sense that we are living through economically challenging times. Small businesses are being…
Everyday technologies can collect personal and behavioural data. But who is using this data and why?
Written by Katy-Jane Mason for and on behalf of Virtually Smart Ltd “I have recently been watching a BBC series ‘The Secret Genius of Modern Life’ presented by Professor Hannah…
These lyrics will get anyone who has seen the iconic 1980’s film ‘9 to 5’ humming along. “Want to move ahead But the boss won’t seem to let me I…
The Covid 19 pandemic has certainly changed the connection between office based and home-based working. Millions of workers are based in offices of all differing types, ages, and architecture and…