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Responsibility for a sustainable future: Our decisions matter
"We have a responsibility to make better decisions, to create a sustainable economy, and to protect the natural world. The future of...
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The Office Elf
- May 24
- 1 min
3 essential tasks a Virtual Assistant can take off your plate today
And let's be honest by VA, I mean me, (and this would be my first straight forward Sale post on LinkedIn! - not sure I'm comfortable with...
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The Office Elf
- May 17
- 2 min
Step into serenity: the simple pleasure of an evening walk
Don’t get me wrong, I love my business and I love my customers but one of my favourite part of my day is my “End of day walk”! 🚶🏼♀️ In...
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The Office Elf
- May 10
- 2 min
The importance of Time-blocking
Time is one of the most valuable resources we have, especially as small business owners. With so many tasks to manage, it's easy to...
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The Office Elf
- May 3
- 2 min
Breaking Out of Your Bubble: Why Networking Beyond Your Comfort Zone is Key to Growth.
As humans, we naturally gravitate towards people who are similar to us. We surround ourselves with like-minded individuals because it...
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The Office Elf
- Apr 26
- 2 min
Admin Tips -- Say Goodbye to Email Burnout: Schedule Within Office Hours!
As a Virtual Assistant who specialises in Admin management, I understand the importance of effective communication in the workplace. One...
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The Office Elf
- Apr 19
- 2 min
Embrace Your Uniqueness: Why being a "Crocked Tree" is so empowering
Post’ inspiration can come from everywhere, can’t they? Today’s post comes from my current favourite song: “Crooked Tree” By Molly Tuttle...
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The Office Elf
- Apr 12
- 2 min
Your Zero-Waste Journey – Tip#8 Digital Detox
In our increasingly digital world, it's easy to forget about the impact our devices have on the environment. Computers and smartphones...
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The Office Elf
- Mar 29
- 1 min
What a pleasure when customers are happy with your work!
“The team have worked with Dorothee at The Office Elf for just over a year now. The professionalism and attention to detail that Dorothee...
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The Office Elf
- Mar 22
- 2 min
Your Zero-Waste Journey - Tip#7 – Food
Every household is different - your budget, the time you have to cook,... - but there might be some changes you can still make >> 🎯 Buy...
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The Office Elf
- Mar 15
- 1 min
It's ok (albeit scary) to say No
A reminder for today: NO is an acceptable answer. Sometimes as a freelance you can be scared to turn down contract, to terminate current...
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The Office Elf
- Mar 8
- 1 min
Your Zero-Waste Journey - Tip#6 – Buy and eat local
Buy local and seasonal food. The food will have a smaller carbon footprint, if you buy from independent and local businesses rather than...
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The Office Elf
- Mar 1
- 1 min
Co-Working Event in Nature
I am so excited for this! Wild Workspaces - Monthly Co-Working Event in Nature starts on the 21st of March, and I CAN’T WAIT! The idea of...
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The Office Elf
- Feb 22
- 1 min
Your Zero-Waste Journey - Tip#5 – Kitchen
The changes to do in your kitchen could be a bit more challenging than the bathroom (see tip#4) as it might impact your lifestyle, but...
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The Office Elf
- Feb 15
- 1 min
Are you drinking enough?
This is a reminder to check your water intake. 😇 We all know how water is important and essential for all life on earth. And if, like...
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The Office Elf
- Feb 8
- 1 min
Your Zero-Waste journey - Tip#4 – Bathroom
The bathroom is an easy room to start with when trying to reduce your waste. A few changes will have a massive impact really quickly on...
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The Office Elf
- Feb 1
- 1 min
Let’s talk Project management software!
As a VA, you have to adapt constantly to the tools your clients are using. I find this part of the job one of the most interesting as...
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The Office Elf
- Jan 25
- 1 min
Tip#3 - Think 5R’s
A good way to reduce your waste is to keep in mind the 5R’s: Refuse - leaflets (in shops, in the mail - put a “No junk mail” sticker on...
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The Office Elf
- Jan 18
- 1 min
Is it OK to look back?
A few weeks ago, I have shared that the present moment is all you have. Of course, I still agree with myself (and no, that’s not a given...
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The Office Elf
- Jan 11
- 1 min
Tip#2 - Explore your bin!
There is way to reduce our waste, but first you need to get to know your rubbish! For a week or two, write down or take pictures of...
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