As Champagne Co's CEO, I take multiple vacations, staycations, and long weekends every year. The business and my team? Thriving. 👏

A great leader knows when to step back. If you’re struggling to give your business some space, this is what you’re missing out on.

At Champagne Collective, we rely on our project management tools for client task submission, team task assignments, and so much more. It’s the backbone of our daily operations, and the reason we can deliver white-glove services to our clients.

But what happens when your project management tool feels more like a chore than a day-to-day blessing?

It means it’s not working for you. In today’s post, we’re sharing why your project management tool isn’t working — and what you can do to fix it.

Bending over backward for your clients is killing your productivity.

We’re not talking about exceeding expectations in your work. We always encourage that! We mean going out of your way in ways that slow you down, hurt your business, or waste your precious time.

Here’s why you can’t let clients push your boundaries just because they pay your invoices.

If you’re ready to attract more clients as a premium business in 2025, this is what you need to know. Stop trying to serve everyone. You’re not a buffet. You’re a five-star experience. Here’s how to start acting like one!

What if I spilled the details on THE number one way I’ve scaled Champagne Collective year after year? Today, you’re in luck because I’m sharing it all in this blog post!

Are you preparing for a launch as we step into 2025? The number one reason I see launches flop is lack of preparation. I’ve helped hundreds of businesses create, launch, and sell out new offers. In this blog post, I’m sharing a step-by-step guide so you know exactly what to do before, during, and after your next launch to see the success you desire!

January isn’t some magical reset button. If you want your business to change next year, you need to take action to support that. A new year won’t change anything if you’re stuck in the same habits and routines. Your Q1 success starts with what you’re doing today, not next year. Today’s blog is the fire you need to fuel your success in 2025.

If you’re doing this one thing every.single.month, we need to talk because it means you’re essentially working for free. And we BOTH know you did not go into business to make $0. Every time you send an invoice after you complete client work, you run the risk of leaving so much money on the table. Here’s what I suggest instead!

It’s no secret that the tools you use in your business are only helpful if you spend the time to effectively implement them into your business fully. One of our team’s favorite business tools for communicating with clients and within our team is Slack. Read on for 5 actionable tips for setting your Slack up for success!

My motto is always to work more efficiently, not tirelessly. I’m a huge fan of continuously optimizing, adjusting, and adding systems and processes into my business and my clients’ businesses that make the day-to-day tasks more streamlined. ⁠Read on to learn how to streamline your business and communication using one of my favourite tools, the Voice Typing tool!

When starting a virtual assistant business, you don’t have to have it all figured out. You don’t need the perfect branding, logo, or the fanciest website to get started. However, what you do need to form your foundation for a successful business is the systems that allow it to operate like a well-oiled machine. Read on to learn our favorite systems and programs for building your foundation and starting your own business. 

Succession plans may not be every business owner’s favourite topic, but trust me… they’re vital to the success and longevity of your business. The truth is, you can’t predict the future or control everything that happens with your team. However, what you can do is have a plan to keep going, no matter what your business throws at you. Read on to learn why you need a succession plan in your business and how to set this up for success!

As a virtual assistant and online business manager, I’m a huge advocate of outsourcing and delegating in your business. However, there’s one thing that can make outsourcing a major nightmare. Read on to learn what it is and how to avoid it so you can outsource like a boss in your business! 

Do you feel constantly tied down by work and like you have to take work with you everywhere you go? Whether it’s a girl’s weekend, a family vacation, or a random Tuesday that you are offline, you deserve to enjoy life, recharge, and turn work-mode OFF. Read on to learn how to stop taking work with you everywhere and which systems you need in place to make this happen. 

Investing in programs to help streamline your business and scale more quickly and efficiently is a big decision. Not all programs are created equally and not every program will be right for your specific business and needs. After nearly six years into a business where I often dive into other business owners' systems, there is a pattern I see repeatedly when it comes to programs. Read on to learn what the pattern is plus 4 things you should consider before purchasing a new program for your business. 

Launching a new course, program, membership, or offer requires a lot of planning and preparation. There are several moving parts and small details in the process to consider. Oftentimes, I see entrepreneurs get so caught up in the marketing side of actually bringing people into these offers that they forget about some of the most important steps and details that will make their launch successful. Read on to learn how to prepare to crush your next launch. 

Whether you’re a brand new entrepreneur just getting started or you’ve been in business for some time, there’s one thing you absolutely must build out in your business in order to scale with ease and joy, and that is, your SYSTEMS. Read on to learn why systems are the secret to scaling your business, empowering your team, making a greater impact, and increasing your profits!

If you’re a business owner with trust issues, this one’s for you. Consider this a mini-intervention that will save you a whole lot of time, stress, and anxiety as your business grows and expands. Are you ready to hear it? You MUST put the trust in your team!