No resolutions for me this year.
Nope, I’m keeping it simple by choosing a theme, which is the word “fit.”
When deciding whether or not I will do something, I just ask myself, “Is this a good fit?” or “Will this help me be or stay fit?”
It’s such a good choice for me and is working so [...]

AZVAs Podcast launches today!
You can listen while you work, during your work out, or it’s perfect for your afternoon virtual commute, or whenever you want to tune in! Put it in your iPod so you can take it with you!
Subscribe to AZVAs podcast by emailing ktcosmos@LooseEnds.net.

The flavor is decidedly VAC (”Virtual Assistant Connection”) with some [...]

I’ve been working from home as a Virtual Assistant for more than 13 years now.
Early on, I attended a lot of in-person networking events and met often with clients. Now I rarely meet anyone I work or collaborate with in person, so the thought of heading to my industry’s annual event (BTW, I am talking [...]

Please bear with this veteran VA while she spouts off on some assaults on common courtesy she’s noted of late.
Lots of us who work in home offices find we have far fewer opportunities to attend meetings in public places these days. The proliferation of online meeting options has saved us time and money, enabling us [...]

What do these things have in common?
1. failure to use a condom
2. volcanic eruptions
3. buying imported foods
4. the earth’s tilt
5. leaving the lights on when leaving a room
6. wildfires
7. running unnecessary errands in your car
Though some are natural events and others intentional/unintentional human activities, all can engender consequences which contribute to climate change.
Whether or not [...]

There are many scenarios that can derail your well-oiled SOHO operation. These’ll getcha, just like a change up in baseball. And next thing you know, you’re out.
Kids home for the summer or holidays. New baby. New pet. Extended visit from family or other house guests. Illness or death. Adult Child returns to the nest (that [...]

Paradoxically speaking:
I had finally resigned myself to a long term, perhaps permanent, work slowdown and was halfway into retirement planning when, the next week, my inbox delivered a slew of new projects.
I love, love, love my 5-year-old loan-free Tundra, but my personal energy efficiency czar (also known as my husband) is leaning on me to [...]

Northern Arizona Virtual Assistants unite! Join Katie Baird, Loose Ends, and Tara Fort, Versatility4U! next month for an informal group get-together in Prescott.
If you reside in Northern Arizona and your VA practice meets the * criteria listed below, then you won’t want to miss this local meet-up of seasoned professionals.
Please join us if you [...]

Mending clothes, making basic automotive repairs, fixing plumbing leaks, and the ability to “McGyver” amazing contraptions all may seem like they are too challenging for people raised in this techno era.
Tapping into your inner grandpa and grandma may inspire you to look around at what you can fix or repurpose in your closets and drawers. [...]

Ever read The Way to Start a Day by Byrd Baylor? It’s one of my favorite read-alouds from back in my earlier career as a middle school teacher. On significant days I always picture the illustrations and hear the text of this book.
Today (or any day, for that matter) can be the day you start [...]