Blog posts and articles

All organisations have systems and processes which shape the company and are geared to ensure it runs smoothly.  Choosing the right combination of tools and getting to grips with the software can feel overwhelming.  Cloud software applications have been developed to be cost-efficient, accessible and intuitive but which to plump for? Well, start with the … Continued

We often get asked ‘what could a virtual assistant actually do for me’? The opportunities are endless when you have an experienced and capable VA working with you.  If you picture your To Do List, that’s what we can tackle for you. The ‘day in the life’ of a Bay Tree VA is never dull … Continued

Growing a business requires a gear change in mindset and there comes a tipping point when you need to act. You realise that you don’t have to do everything yourself, but you are responsible for ensuring the business has what it needs to run efficiently and be productive.  To regain valuable time, could working with … Continued

Over the last few months we’ve had a noticeable increase in minute-taking work – for Board meetings, grievance or disciplinary hearings.  In addition to our expertise, the benefit of having one of our Bay Tree VAs take minutes is that we can provide an external, impartial record of the meeting. Reflecting on years of minute-taking … Continued

With articles about digital detoxes, FOMO (the fear of missing out) and books such as Catherine Price’s How to Break Up with your Phone, it’s not surprising that devices can turn holidays into a working day in a more exotic location. With warmer weather enticing us out of the office, it is important to recognise … Continued

I attended a presentation recently which looked at business growth in East Anglia, but also touched on national productivity. It was sobering to realise that the UK is behind Italy in the European stakes of productivity. With record levels of employment, it gives food for thought as to how small businesses can resource that crucial growth … Continued

Welcome to our Bay Tree VA blog. In this series I will be sharing with you tips, good practice and favourite finds.  I’ll also provide an insight into how we work and assist clients at Bay Tree VA. The first topic is on video conference calls. A lot of us can shy away from these, … Continued