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I am a digital calendar kind of a gal! I do not carry a paper diary. I do not have a calendar on my desk, not even a filing cabinet in my office. 0’s & 1’s for me. All. The. Way. A gift to myself, purchased out of curiosity, has put a pencil in my hand every evening before work for the entire month of April. A BLOCK planner. It is not a calendar. I believe a calendar in your phone means you always have access to it, creating agility. However, a BLOCK planner has little to do with what you have to do at what time, and everything to do with planning your work in batches to maximize your productivity Review of P&Ls, income streams, business strategy planning. ALL that must be done when I’m fresh in the AM. When I need to switch into video call mode: that is in the afternoon. Social posting and article writing - you guessed it, all during one BLOCK in the evening when a relatively light-lifting task is welcome. And the night before, I know my strategy to get the most out of the following day. Sure, it doesn’t always go to plan. But when it doesn’t, I’m well rested enough and have a framework to get things back on track! #Jewelry #Diamonds #Gemstones #DigitalMarketing #BusinessStrategy

Hi LinkedIn Fam, What productivity tools do you rely on to keep you organized and on top of everything? 🤔 For me, I’ve always needed something tangible to track all my tasks, goals, and ideas, which is why I decided to create something of my own. I named it the Flourish Yearly Planner — a hardcopy planner designed to help me stay organized and focused all year long. It includes everything from a yearly vision board, budget sections, and project trackers to affirmation pages, monthly calendars, and even some relaxing coloring pages for when i need a break. 📅💭✨ Since I don’t gatekeep, I make it available for whoever wants to have a productivity tool they can write in and carry around easily. I’m so proud to say it has sold about 100 copies in the last year.💃🏾💃🏾 My vision behind this planner is simple- to give you a tool that keeps you on track, inspired, and motivated, no matter how busy life gets. For me, having everything in one place has been a game changer and I hope it can do the same for you! It’s also a perfect gift for anyone who loves to stay organized or needs a little help staying on top of things — whether for friends, family, or colleagues. Employers, it’s a great way to gift your team a tool that can help them stay productive and function more effectively in their roles. Do you prefer a physical planner to digital ones? Is this something you’d find helpful in your day-to-day? Drop your thoughts below, and let me know if this sounds like a tool you’d love to have. 😊 Also, tag that one person you’ll love to share this with🤗🤗 #FlourishPlanner #ProductivityTools #StayOrganized #CreativeLiving #PlannerLife #SelfCare #StayFocused #CorporateGifts #GiftIdeas

One of the most effective ways to get yourself organised is to use an electronic planner, I use Google Calendar. It helps me schedule my business and personal commitments effectively and focus on my priorities. ⠀⠀ Jo Munro founder of VA Handbookers has an excellent free guide on creating your own calendar, check out the 'How to be a Productivity Ninja' mini course. Some key takeaways from this course (there's so much more): • Create Business and Personal calendars • Give Family bookings a different colour, or create a Family calendar⠀ • Share the Family bookings/calendar with your significant other • Turn off notifications How do you organise and prioritise your time? ⠀⠀ #calendar #todolist #todolists

One of the most effective ways to get yourself organised is to use an electronic planner, I use Google Calendar. It helps me schedule my business and personal commitments effectively and focus on my priorities. ⠀⠀ Jo Munro founder of VA Handbookers has an excellent free guide on creating your own calendar, check out the 'How to be a Productivity Ninja' mini course. Some key takeaways from this course (there's so much more): • Create Business and Personal calendars • Give Family bookings a different colour, or create a Family calendar⠀ • Share the Family bookings/calendar with your significant other • Turn off notifications How do you organise and prioritise your time? ⠀⠀ #calendar #todolist #todolists

🧩 My Planning Mishap The Calendly Adventure 🧩 Let me share a funny lesson in planning and scheduling from this past week! 🤷♀️ I finally decided to streamline my meeting bookings by using Calendly 🗓️ No more endless back-and-forth email tennis—I integrated my calendar, added automatic video links, and even included buffers before and after meetings for prep and admin. I felt like a planning genius! 😎 Then, I sent it out to prospects and clients, feeling very accomplished. 💪🏻 What happened next❓ Meetings started flooding in over the weekend. Most days in my calendar for the week was booked up. Although on Friday I’d even planned to squeeze in coffee with a friend. Well… I should have sent her my Calendly link too! 😂 Lessons learned 👇 1. Ask someone experienced with Calendly for advice before setting it up 🙏🏻 2. Set Boundaries for Your Availability – Offer specific time blocks to protect your personal and work time ⏰ 3. Use Automatic Reminders – Enable email or text reminders for both you and your clients 📨 4. Balance Buffers Wisely – Add extra buffers before and after meetings for prep, admin, and breaks ☕️ 5. Customise Meeting Types – Offer different meeting durations and clearly label each one for its purpose 🔠 6. Test Your Setup – Run a test booking to make sure everything works as expected, including calendar syncing and video links 👩💻 Now, over to you 👋 ❓ Do you use Calendly or another scheduling tool? ❓ What are your best tips? Let’s share ideas (so I don’t end up scheduling my next coffee chat in 2025). #PlanningMishaps #CalendlyTips #SchedulingMadeSimple #LessonsInPlanning #FinancialPlanning #FamilyFinance #WomenInFinance #FinancialWellbeing #MoneyManagement #LifePlanning #FinancialConfidence #PersonalFinance #SmartFinance #WealthBuilding #FinancialEducation #FinancialCoaching

Say hello to Google Calendar Reminders – your ultimate tool to introduce order into your busy life! 🗓️ From managing tasks to never missing an important meeting, our Step-by-Step Guide makes it easy for you to stay organized and stress-free! 🎉 Stay on Top of Your Busy Schedule and read our blog here 👉>> https://bit.ly/48xDCpM #20four7VA #VirtualAssistant #RemoteStaffing #TimeManagementTips #ProductivityHacks #SmallBusinessOwner #BusinessTips #OrganizeYourLife #GoogleCalendar #WorkSmart #EntrepreneurLife #ScheduleSmart #DigitalOrganization

Happy Monday!⁠ ⁠ Do you know what we often overlook? ⁠ ⁠ Guarding your calendar like it’s sacred! ⁠ ⁠ Syncing your Calendly with Google Calendar is one thing, but it’s also about blocking time for YOU—not just meetings and client work, but for rest, meals, and self-care.⁠ ⁠ Because here’s the truth: Time is precious, and sometimes it feels like there’s never enough.⁠ ⁠ Your worth isn’t tied to how productive you are. ⁠ ⁠ In fact, your business, your family, and your goals all thrive when YOU are at your best. Feeling rushed or frazzled doesn’t just affect you—it impacts everyone around you.⁠ ⁠ So this week, I challenge you to prioritize your time like the boss you are. Carve out time for what truly nourishes you, and watch how it transforms everything.⁠ ⁠ Who’s with me on this? ⁠ ⁠ Drop a 💡 if you’re ready to protect your time! ⁠ ⁠ #TimeManagement #ProtectYourPeace #BusinessOwnerLife #PrioritizeYou #socialmedia #authors #writers #virtualassistance #socialmediamanagement #socialmediamarketing #socialmediagrowth #virtualassistantuk⁠

🌟 Time to Get Organized! 🌟 As summer fades and the fall season begins, September feels like a fresh start—a perfect time to reset your routines and get organized! Whether it’s cleaning up your workspace, revamping your calendar, or decluttering your inbox, this month is a great opportunity to set yourself up for success. 🔄 Inbox Overload? A cluttered inbox can weigh you down. Now’s the time to tidy it up! Unsubscribe from unwanted emails, create filters to manage your inbox, and set up labels to keep everything in order. It’s like a digital refresh for your productivity! 📅 Calendar Chaos? Simplify your schedule and get your priorities straight. With my expert calendar management services, I’ll help you streamline appointments, set reminders, and ensure your days run smoothly—just like a well-organized planner. ✨ Let’s Make This September Count! Treat this month as a fresh start. Together, we’ll reset your workflow, declutter your digital life, and make sure you’re ready to tackle the rest of the year with focus and energy. Ready to get organized? Let’s chat! 😊

The perfect balance for staying organized: combining Pen & Paper with Digital Tools. Lately, I’ve developed a habit that’s transformed how I approach each day; writing down my daily and weekly routine or to-do-list. There’s something calming about putting pen to paper, it gives me a sense of clarity and direction. But as much as I love my notebook, I’ve also found that digital tools like Google Calendar add an extra layer of organization to my day. Here’s how these two methods work together to keep me on track and how I can help you do the same!: 📌 Big Picture Planning with Google Calendar I use Google Calendar for my “bird’s-eye view” of the week or month. It’s perfect for blocking out time, setting reminders, and coordinating schedules. With notifications, I never miss important tasks, activities, meetings, or deadlines. 📌Daily Focus with My To-Do List While Google Calendar keeps me organized on a broader level, my to-do list in my notebook is where I dive into the details. Each morning, I jot down specific tasks and prioritize them. Writing it out helps me feel more connected to my day and reminds me of my goals. Sometimes I wonder if this habit of sticking to pen and paper keeps me stuck in old days😊, but honestly, I love it. 📌Creating Accountability and Structure Together, these tools help me stay organized and ensure nothing slips through the cracks. And as an administrative assistant, I use these same techniques to help my clients get organized. By managing schedules in Google Calendar and keeping track of detailed tasks, I can help others maximize their time and stay focused on what’s important. There’s something satisfying about seeing my plans laid out, tracking my progress one line at a time. So, if you’re looking to feel more relaxed and in control of your time, I highly recommend combining pen and paper with digital tools like Google Calendar. It’s amazing how well these methods work together for structure and peace of mind. This is how I stay grounded and organized. Does anyone else enjoy writing things down the “old-fashioned” way? Or you prefer going digital? I’d love to hear how you stay organized! Let’s chat about how I can help! #digitaltools #stayingorganized #streamliningtasks #googlecalendar #virtualassistant #administrativeaasistant

🌟 September Reset: Time to Get Organized! 🌟 As we transition from summer to fall, September offers a fresh start—a perfect moment to reassess your routines and get organized! Whether it’s decluttering your workspace, streamlining your calendar, or taming your inbox, now’s the time to set yourself up for success. 📧 Inbox Overload? A cluttered inbox can be overwhelming. This is your sign to clean it up! Unsubscribe from unnecessary emails, set up smart filters, and organize with labels—think of it as a digital declutter for your productivity. 📅 Calendar Chaos? Feeling like your schedule is running you instead of the other way around? With my specialized calendar management services, I can help you streamline appointments, set priorities, and ensure your days flow seamlessly, just like a well-organized planner. ✨ Let’s Make This September Count! Treat this month as a reset. Together, we can simplify your workflow, organize your digital life, and ensure you’re set to finish the year strong with clarity and focus. Ready to get organized? Let’s connect! 😊