Going Pro

01/06/2026

GoingPro is something I love to challenge myself with because it is so easy to spend our whole week reacting to whatever comes our way in life, business, family, and all the bits that just happen.

Messages, appointments, tech issues, customer questions, or getting that gift sorted.

And then we tell ourselves:
“I’ve just got to get through this week, and then I’ll do xyz.”

And yes, some weeks you really are fully booked, just trying to keep everything happening, and keep everyone fed and happy along the way.

But if that one week turns into another, and a month goes past without you getting to that thing you wanted to do, I would love to ask you a question:

If this week’s urgent thing magically disappeared, would you know the actions you’d take towards that XYZ goal, and what you’d do with that extra gifted time?

Not the WHOLE project. What’s the next bite you would take towards that thing you’ve been putting off?

Staying busy can feel useful. There is always something to tidy, fix, answer, organise, chase up, remember, redo, or rescue.

I have no judgement at all if you’re in that loop. I know that loop very well myself.

Whenever I catch myself thinking, “Just this next thing before I xyz,” then I know it’s time to look at my tiny actions.

I wonder what would happen if, even in the middle of a messy week, you added one tiny PROactive step towards the thing you keep saying matters.

Three minutes count as a tiny sprint.

Maybe it’s adding that question to your FAQs (frequently asked questions), since customers keep asking it.

Maybe it’s starting the checklist that would stop future-you from having to remember all the moving pieces every time you write your newsletter or onboard a client.

Maybe it’s making a rough first list of 3 things you do in one process, so next time you can add more and build it as you go.

Your first tiny action could even be a list of the first 3 action steps that would create movement towards your goal - so you’re clear on when you find another tiny pocket of time to actually work on it.

Let’s work out those first few bites and take it out of your head and into action.

Whether you start with 30 seconds or 30 minutes, it’s about being PROactive towards the bigger things that matter to you, instead of waiting for the world to stop and give you a clear week.

In the same way, tiny grains of sand can make an awesome sandcastle; each tiny step can become part of sorting out life and business, the way you want it to be.

19/11/2024

Do you feel like your day needs a little boost? Let’s add a bit of P.E.P. to your routine with a simple, 3-step approach to help you get organised and feel more in control of your tasks.

PLAN: Keep it simple. Write down just a few key steps you can complete in about 30 minutes or one Pomodoro session (25 mins). This helps you stay focused and reduces overwhelm.

EXECUTE: Dive in and get it done. As you work through your list, mark off each task — this gives you a feel-good boost and a sense of accomplishment, motivating you to keep going.

POLISH: Before you call it a day, take a moment to review your work. Are there any small tweaks you can make? Write down a quick note to help you next time, on how you might improve the process — it’s an extra touch that can get you feeling even more accomplished.

Whether it’s a single task or your whole plan for the day, whether for biz or life or family stuff - the P.E.P. Model helps you simplify your work and feel more in control.

Try it out and let me know how it works for you.

What’s one task you’ll give the P.E.P. treatment?

If you feel like you need some PEP in your day, whether it's getting business or life sorted, send me a private message and we can chat about what next steps might look like for you xo 😍

17/11/2024

I’ve been reflecting on what’s been holding me back from showing up here consistently. For so long, I kept asking myself: “How can I provide the best value?” or “Am I overcomplicating things by trying to show everything I can offer?” or even, “What if there’s a better, more concise, or more perfect way to say this?” 😜🌟

But here’s what I’ve learned (and maybe it’s a helpful reminder for you today, too): You don’t need everything perfectly planned before you take action. Sometimes we get caught up trying to do it all and end up doing nothing, right? The irony is that the biggest progress can come when taking regular, small, imperfect actions.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or juggling too many things in your business (trust me, I’ve been there, too!), remember that getting organised isn’t about making everything perfect overnight.

Take a moment to look back at where you were 18 months ago. You can be proud of the progress you’ve made, even if the journey hasn’t gone exactly as planned. You’ve experienced ups and downs, but you’ve grown as a business owner and as a person in ways you couldn’t have imagined.

Every step you take creates the path forward, helping you grow more each day. Reaching your goals is about making small, intentional moves that build up over time, shaping a better version of you — even as your vision evolves.

Today, I’m embracing this mindset shift by sharing my thoughts here, with you. It’s not polished, but it’s progress — and that’s what matters most.

What’s one small step you’re taking today to move forward, even if it feels messy or not quite perfect? Let’s cheer each other on.

13/11/2024

✨ Reminder for Business Owners: ✨

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, with your business in disarray, your calendar out of control, and your to-do list never-ending—take a deep breath. This chaos doesn’t define you. It doesn’t reflect on your worth or your brilliance.

You are magnificent just as you are.

Your value isn’t measured by an overflowing inbox or a messy schedule - or even how many things you have on the never ending "life to-do list".

The tasks, the calendar, emails — they can all be sorted.

The most important thing is you. Because as the owner, you are the heartbeat of your business. ❤️

So today, give yourself permission to pause, to care for yourself, and to remember: You are the greatest asset your business has.

Look after you, and the rest will follow.



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23/06/2024

Global change can be made possible, in so many of the ways that matter in the world!

Such important work … investing ethically creates change for all - it’s a way to even make the BIG companies listen up 😍 and more!

I’m soooooo passionate about the amazing work done by Ethical Invest Group 🎉

My dear friend, Alexandra Brown from Ethical Invest Group was interviewed on a podcast recently, by Mel Browne on Uncensored Money podcast.

Listen now & follow these ladies - let’s check out how to make a difference!

Please share the podcast and the page, Ethical Invest Group … each individual and financial professional educated can make such an impact 🌟

‎Show Uncensored Money, Ep Mel Talks Ethical Investing With Alexandra Brown - 22 June 2024

14/06/2024

Dp you know a small business owner with a remote team member, or thinking about some remote support - either as contractor or employees ... I'd love to hear what's been working (and not) for you 🙂

Whether you engage locally or offshore - and one or many - I'd love to read your thoughts and experiences!

Here's a survey - please share it with a business owner you know ... they may be thinking about taking on a VA, designer, social media help, assistant, etc - or have a team ❤

Your assistance is MUCH appreciated and I look forward to showing you the results as we amalgamate and gather solutions to share ❤

* For your reassurance - We value hearing about your experiences and value your privacy. The responses will be confidentially collated by myself and my in-house team, sharing summarised results, no individual details will be shared.

I’m dedicated to helping business owners organize their backend processes, systems, and teamwork to create an efficient and enjoyable work environment for themselves, clients and team! My mission is to make things easier for both you and your team, saving you stress, time, and money. Your insights...

10/06/2024

This is my favourite gif - what’s yours? 🥰💖🎉

27/05/2024

I am looking at the services and direction for the future.

If you've ever worked with me as a client, collaborated within a team, or even chatted with me about working together, I would LOVE it if you could take a moment to fill out this form ...

Answer as many questions as you like ... You don't even need to leave your name - it can be anonymous if you leave the name blank, but I would love your thoughts.

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Thank you so much for your time xo

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12/03/2024

Anyone else not a fan of green or orange pens 😂

30/01/2024