Category Archives: disaster planning

Are You Ready For a Disaster?

Last night, the city of Herriman, UT was evacuated due to a wildfire.  (I live 30 minutes away.)  I was listening to the Utah Highway Patrol as they coordinated with local police and the National Guard to get residents evacuated … Continue reading

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The Importance of Having Routines

I’ve blogged about routines here and here.  Routines are a very important part of life.  In a lot of ways, I don’t think they can be overstated.  Routines help keep life together.  When you work at home, and when you … Continue reading

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What Do Your Employees Do When It Snows?

I am here in Utah, watching the snow fall. It’s really beautiful – until you have to get out and drive in it. When I was in the corporate world, I hated snow. I knew I still had to get … Continue reading

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What Will You Do If The Flu Hits?

I was just reading this article on the pandemic flu at Forbes magazine. It brought up a lot of questions, including, “Could you work at home?” A virtual assistant could help reduce your exposure if the bird flu becomes pandemic. … Continue reading

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Why Businesses Should Outsource to Home Workers

In the past 5 years, our world has changed dramatically. Our labor pool is shrinking, both as baby boomers retire and as mothers rethink their home/career balance in favor of their homes. Fear of the bird flu is rising. And … Continue reading

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