Business & Systems

A collection of ideas, experiences, and reflections on business, systems, freelancing, and navigating entrepreneurship.

The Freelancer’s Blueprint: Key Factors for a Solid Start

by Dory MescriolaMay 5, 2024

People often ask me about getting into freelancing or becoming a virtual assistant, and I tend to give vague answers. Then, I get follow-up questions about how much is the salary and whether it's full-time or part-time only. For those curious, I'd like to answer those questions on this post...

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5 Reasons Why Investing In Yourself Gives You The Edge For Success

by Dory MescriolaSeptember 3, 2023

Despite the vast resources we have today to improve ourselves and our skills, only a few people are willing to start investing in themselves seriously. A lot of people want to break free from corporate slavery and pursue their dreams, but they’re often hesitant to take even the smallest steps...

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Five Common Misconceptions About Hiring A Virtual Assistant

by Dory MescriolaAugust 31, 2023

Virtual assistants have become increasingly popular in recent years and have revolutionized today's modern-day working. However, despite their popularity and usefulness, there are still many misconceptions about what virtual assistants are and what they can do.  So today, let's dive in to some of the most common misconceptions about hiring...

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Ebooks vs. Physical Books: Which One Will Stay?

by Dory MescriolaAugust 28, 2023

Physical books and ebooks have been in competition ever since the latter has been introduced. With the rise of digital devices, it looks like ebooks won the heart of many as it becomes even more accessible and convenient to read. With this fact laid out, it begs the question -...

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How Changing Your Work Environment Can Enhance Productivity – Remote Working

by Dory MescriolaAugust 20, 2023

Working remotely has advantages and disadvantages. Take it from someone (like me) who‘s been doing it for a few years now. Some people might be wondering how remote workers manage tasks without a constant office presence for supervision. However (and I'm saying this based on experience), one of the things...

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What I really love about Notion and why it’s worth a try

by Dory MescriolaApril 15, 2023

I’ve seen thousands of comparison videos about Notion with other project management software, but this one remained a valuable tool to operate my personal and professional life.  Signup with Notion here! I know I needed to be more organized and have a system when I worked from home. It was...

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Dory Mescriola

Dory began her career as a virtual assistant supporting small business owners behind the scenes. Today, she is expanding into funnel building and strategic digital systems — blending execution with structure and long-term thinking. Through this blog, she shares her evolving freelance journey, lessons learned, and insights on building a business and life that feel aligned.

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