Could a VA improve your wellbeing?
The Indispensary Limited
Stress relief for charity leaders I www.theindispensary.co.uk
Good Afternoon! We had a great few days last week getting out and about meeting clients and networking, and dodging the rain drops!
On Thursday, we met up with a lovely, local, #SmallAndMighty charity in Devon who are looking to get themselves automated and more online to improve the experience for their patients, and reduce the workload for their team.? It was great to hear what they do and travel with them through their patient journey to identify the ways we could improve their experience.??
In this newsletter we share wellbeing tips to get you through the last of the winter months and how taking on a Virtual Assistant could boost your wellbeing and save you time.?
Plus we share?a free copy of our 6 easy time savers - a guide on getting more done for ambitious charity leaders.?
We hope you enjoy reading!
In Joanne's world
Networking
This year I have vowed to be better at networking, as I let it slip last year, so I thoroughly enjoyed The Samphire Club event in Exeter, followed a day later with pop-up networking?at Exeter Racecourse.. It was great to meet new people and?forge new connections.? Are you getting out networking to spread your message?
Tip for the week
Think your employees or colleagues could do with a mental health fix? For World Mental Health Day, which is on the 6th February, you can order a Letterbox mental health goodie box, the proceeds of which will go to the Mental Health Charter.?
Find out more, and order those goodie boxes, here.
Our client's words
After a big health scare, Dave Connolly, founder of Molecular Sounds reassessed his priorities and decided that a Virtual Assistant would save his time and protect his wellbeing.
"The big aha moment for me was when one day I noticed I had a lot more free time. I’m focused on so many things in the business that my biggest fear about working with a VA was that they just chase me and chase me and chase me. And that then becomes another admin task. But actually, that never happened.”
Working with us enabled Dave to spend his time doing what he does best. We don't chase, we apprehend?and take on the admin tasks that wear you down. Read the full case study.
In the news
Good Business Fortnight
3rd- 14th February?
Hosted by the Good Business Charter,?Good Business Fortnight begins in early February, celebrating the outstanding efforts of businesses across the UK in championing responsible practices, and making an impact socially and environmentally.?
It is a great opportunity to showcase your great business practices, so get thinking about the the positive change you've made recently, and how you could improve your practices in the future.?
As members of the GBC, we'll be doing the same, so keep an eye out in future newsletters.
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The wonders of volunteering
Sam Pyrah shares how litter picking in her local park has helped to lift her spirits around the environmental crisis, and boost her own wellbeing.?
Sam points to how research suggests that altruistic acts actually work to improve mental wellbeing far more than an online shopping spree or a spa day.?
This article is an example of the power of volunteering. It?is so much more than helping others; it can also?lift your mood and perception of the world around you. By doing good, you're looking after yourself too.
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Charity finance course for trustees
How confident are you that you understand your charity's finances???
Civil Society have an upcoming training course on 31st January which will introduce charity finances and accounts, advise on financial papers, explore what should be included in annual reports, and provide a simple guide to charity VAT and investments.?
It will also cover the boards responsibilities, which is crucial to know as a trustee, and provide the opportunity to learn and share experiences with other trustees. Book a spot on the course here.
6 simple timesavers
A guide on getting more done for ambitious charity leaders
This week we're sharing our free guide for charity leaders. Check out some simple ways to save yourself time and keep efficient.
Where We'll?Be! You can find us at the following events, do come and say hello, or if you'd like to find out about these events, reply to this email. *?Good Business Charter’s annual gathering, 29th January
*?The AI era is here - are you ready? 29th January
*?Finance For Growth - How to Set and Achieve your Financial Goals for 2025, 29th January (we will be busy!)
*?Breakfast Networking with the Newton Abbot Chamber of Commerce, 30th January
*?Fvckup Nights EXETER // Vol 03, 6th February
Who are we?
The Indispensary Limited supports?charities and small businesses with their admin, so they can focus on what they do best, with the confidence that everything else is being taken care of.