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Leadership & Personal Development

How to Delegate Your Way to Success and Growth in 2025

At Trusty Oak, our values-driven model is focused on the benefits that arise from transparent communication, a shared interest

Unhurried Leadership: How to Lead with Clarity and Purpose

Last month, we explored the idea that slowing down isn’t a barrier to success—it’s a catalyst. By stepping away

The Gratitude Factor: How Expressing Thanks Can Transform Client-VA Relationships

As a seasoned Virtual Assistant (VA), I have worked with a decent number of clients from many different industries.

How Slowing Down Boosts Productivity and Enhances Your Quality of Life

In today’s fast-paced world, many entrepreneurs believe working harder and faster is the only way to succeed. But what

Maintaining Trust and Communication During Your Busiest Season

In the final stretch of 2024, business owners are planning out tasks and goals for Q4 and gearing up

Effective Leadership: Delegating to a #2 to stay #1

During a recent conversation with Bex Howell, our Business Development Specialist, a client shared a profound insight: “I feel

Business Operating Systems and Virtual Assistants: A Winning Combination

From my personal journey of scaling my solo virtual assistant business to seven-figure revenues, I’ve experienced firsthand the transformative

How Feedback Creates a Culture of Trust and Communication

As a lifelong writer, I have come to understand how important feedback can be to the development of a

From Stress to Success: Practice Meditation to Build Resilience for Business Founders

As founders and business owners, resilience and a growth mindset are skills and qualities we must possess and protect

7 Ways Quitting Booze Makes Me a Better Leader

It has been 365 days since I quit drinking alcohol, and I’m noticing some incredible benefits that have helped

Asking for Feedback from Your Virtual Assistant

When you’re in a partnership with a virtual assistant, there will be moments when you need clarity. You might

How to Get More Done: Stop Letting These Two Excuses Hold You Back

Why is delegation one of the most challenging skills for leaders to master? There are two critical components of