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Why I’m the Right Virtual Personal Assistant for You:
My Journey So Far I am often asked how I developed the skills, resilience, and passion required to support others successfully and what qualifies me to be your Virtual Personal Assistant. The truth is, it has been a journey shaped over many years, across different sectors, and through experiences that have strengthened both my professionalism and my love for helping people thrive behind the scenes. Where It All Began: Barclays Bank (1980–1994) My career began at Barclays Bank
Carole Wickham
Nov 184 min read


When Silence Costs: The Impact of Ghosting in the Virtual Assistant Industry
In our personal lives, ghosting usually describes a dating nightmare. In business, particularly in the fast-growing Virtual Assistant...
Carole Wickham
Sep 13 min read


The Benefits of Hiring a Virtual Personal Assistant for Planning Events
In a fast-paced world where time is our most valuable commodity, planning an event, whether a corporate gathering, wedding, or birthday...
Carole Wickham
Aug 12 min read


Why Hiring a Virtual Personal Assistant Beats Hiring a Full-Time Employee
Running your own business is exciting and a challenge, but let’s be honest, it can also feel like you're juggling a million things at...
Carole Wickham
Jun 32 min read


What a Virtual Personal Assistant Really Does (and Doesn't Do) Clearing up the common myths so you can feel confident bringing on the support you need.
If you’ve been considering hiring a Virtual Personal Assistant (VPA) but aren't quite sure what that actually means, you are not alone....
Carole Wickham
May 142 min read


My Professional Journey
Growing up in a mining town in the 70s and 80s meant that the career of choice for a female was limited; most found work in the local...
Carole Wickham
Apr 14 min read


Why Every Florist Needs a Virtual PA (Especially One Who’s Been in Your Shoes!)
You’ve just made it through Valentine’s Day, and with Mother’s Day and wedding season right around the corner, the rush isn’t slowing...
Carole Wickham
Mar 32 min read


5 Simple Steps to Get Started with a Personal Virtual Assistant
Clear Work Desk In today's fast-paced world, managing daily tasks efficiently can be a challenge. A Personal Virtual Assistant (PVA or ...
Carole Wickham
Feb 112 min read


Is Your Inbox Overwhelming? Try These 10 Productivity Tips for Sorting Emails Effectively
Hi there! I’m so excited to share my very first blog post with you. After much thought about what topic to kick things off with, I...
Carole Wickham
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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