007 How she set herself boundaries to make her business work for her with Claire Gilliland-Rawlings
Today’s episode is an interview with Claire Gilliland-Rawlings. Claire started her business with both the aim to spend more time with her 3 children, whilst also wanting to do something to support her passion for sustainability. Setting up as a Virtual Assistant allowed Claire to work flexibly around her children. Here are some of the key takeaways from this episode:
- Claire talks about working virtually – that we can have digital/paperless businesses.
- Setting strict boundaries around family time and work time.
- The value of support from family members.
- Staying aware of the work/life balance.
- Taking the time to listen to your clients to understand their needs.
- How we as Mums often beat ourselves up – the need to be kind to ourselves as we would to a friend.
- Connecting with likeminded business owners/Mums to seek support
- Invaluable use of a smart phone to bring flexibility in business.
Find Claire here:
Find the Business Planning Challenge here
Books, Podcasts, resources and businesses mentioned during this interview:
The Thursday Murder Club – Richard Osman – Book & Audiobook
The Man who Died Twice – Richard Osman – Book & Audiobook
More than a Virtual Assistant – Victoria Tretis (podcast)
The Absolute Word – Copywriting