A good friend once compared doing administrative work to changing a box of stinky kitty litter.
I laughed out loud.
While his comment was smart and funny, I understood where he was coming from.
Paperwork is not compelling like social media. Keeping on top of administrative work can be a chore.
But having a good paper-trail in business is essential. Just ask a bookkeeper or the taxman.
With that in mind, here are some tips to help you get the work done, painlessly.
For the Do-it-Yourself-er:
- Review your schedule for an open time slot. Book a weekly or bi-weekly appointment with yourself, as you would a meeting with a client. Use the time for administrative tasks only. Be consistent, so the work doesn’t pile up. Reward yourself for getting the work done!
Finding help on a tight budget:
- Buddy up with a colleague who has complementary skills and exchange services
- Hire an intern or a business college student in a co-op program
Hiring a professional:
- Timeshare an Assistant with another business owner, or hire a Virtual Assistant
- Outsource tasks that don’t generate ‘direct’ revenue
Grow your business by doing what you love!
About Leigh Mitchell
Leigh Mitchell is the founder & president of Women in Biz Network. Leigh specializes in professional development for women through skill building events, conferences, memberships, webinars and marketing services. Leigh is passionate about connecting women online across North America and in person throughout Canada and is considered to be Canada's leading small business ambassador. Her goal is to create happy and inspired entrepreneurs that feel empowered with greater productivity. Leigh has successfully assisted many leading brands to engage with the WIBN community. Brands include: GM Canada, Microsoft Canada, Telus, Johnson & Johnson, Maple Leaf Foods, TD Canada Trust, Staples Canada and Random House. These organizations believe in power, influence and value professional women bring to the economy. Leigh has been featured on CBC Radio, the Toronto Star, the Globe & Mail and in other media and has been a featured speaker at Blissdom Canada.
