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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...

The Office Elf
May 31, 20232 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
May 17, 20232 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
May 10, 20232 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
May 3, 20232 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Apr 26, 20232 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Apr 19, 20232 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Apr 12, 20232 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Mar 29, 20231 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Mar 22, 20232 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Mar 15, 20231 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Mar 8, 20231 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Mar 1, 20231 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Feb 15, 20231 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Feb 1, 20231 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Jan 25, 20231 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Jan 18, 20231 min read
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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...

The Office Elf
Jan 11, 20231 min read
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Congruence check
Just before the end of the year, I’ve signed up for the “Extraordinary Life Course” from the Rebel School, excellent 5 weeks free course...

The Office Elf
Jan 4, 20231 min read
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Here is this time of the year again!
Happy 2023! No resolutions for me this year except trying to remember this every day: “Start each day with a positive thought and a...

The Office Elf
Jan 1, 20231 min read
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Merry Christmas!
The Office Elf will be closed from the 23rd of December until the 9th of January. And I’ll be completely unplugging for a well deserve...

The Office Elf
Dec 21, 20221 min read
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