The Illusion of Help – And Why You’re Still Stuck You’ve done the smart thing. You’ve invested in support. You hired a Virtual Assistant, hoping to offload the never-ending stream of tasks that bog you down. And yet, if you’re honest, you still feel… stuck. Your business feels less like a thriving organism and more […]

Scaling your business is exciting. More clients. Bigger opportunities. Real momentum. But with growth comes a hidden cost: complexity. Suddenly, you’re not just running your business — you’re managing people, juggling projects, and putting out fires every single day. That’s where most entrepreneurs hit the wall. The Problem With “Doing It All” At the start, […]

Running a business can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle—tasks pile up, launches flop, and chaos reigns supreme. Sound familiar? I’m an Online Business Manager (OBM), and I’ve seen this mess firsthand. Good news: you don’t need a miracle to tame it—just a few smart ops hacks. Here are three to get […]

Hey, fellow entrepreneur! Ever feel like your business is a runaway train, and you’re just clinging on for dear life? You started your venture with big dreams, but now you’re buried under a mountain of tasks, feeling stretched thinner than a dollar bill after a holiday shopping spree. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Many passionate […]

Ever feel like you’re drowning in tasks with no time to grow? I’m Michelle Jacob from GYST Ventures, and I’m here to bring flow to your business with systems that save time and boost profits. The Cost of Disorganization Without systems, you’re stuck in a cycle of repetitive tasks, missing out on growth opportunities. Time […]

Juggling multiple projects can quickly lead to overwhelm, missed deadlines, and ultimately, lost opportunities. An Online Business Manager (OBM) brings order and clarity to your projects, ensuring they are planned, executed, and delivered successfully. An OBM’s project management expertise encompasses a wide range of services, including: By entrusting your project management to an OBM, you […]

As business owners, we all know managing every facet of your business can often feel overwhelming. From marketing strategies to bookkeeping, client communications to administrative tasks, all of the responsibilities can quickly pile up. On your path to success in business (whatever that looks like to you!), the key lies not in doing everything yourself, […]

As business owners, we know that time is our most valuable resource. With a million tasks on our plate daily, every second counts towards reaching our goals and running a successful company. Keep reading to learn my very best tips for increasing your efficieny and gaining back precious moments in your workday. 1. Batch Similar […]

Us business owners know – there’s no time to repeat the same small tasks over and over again. So why would we?! If you haven’t yet explored the world of automations for your business, man, you’re in for a treat. Automations allow us to reclaim some of our working hours to focus on creating deliverables, […]

Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt personally victimized by your email inbox 🙋🏻‍♀️ I have. Seeing the number of new messages can feel overwhelming, and instead of getting actual work done, you spend your precious time sifting through ’em all. No more. I’ve come across a new (to me, and maybe you) approach to […]