This month’s must-have is Nano Banana, an AI image tool inside Google Gemini that I have really been enjoying using behind the scenes. Creating images for newsletters and social media used to take more time than I wanted it to. I would scroll through stock photos trying to find something that fit, and most of… Continue reading Q Rodgey Must Haves: Nano Banana (Inside Google Gemini)
Author: Michelle Rodges
Summer Is Coming—Are You Ready?
As we move further into May, it’s hard to ignore that summer is right around the corner. Schedules start to shift, vacations get planned, and routines can feel a little less predictable. So let me ask you… Are you ready? Not in a stressful, overwhelming way, but in a way that helps your days feel lighter… Continue reading Summer Is Coming—Are You Ready?
Q Rodgey Must-Haves: ChatGPT
One tool I have been reaching for more and more lately is ChatGPT. It has quickly become one of my favorite go-to resources in my business. I love using it to brainstorm ideas when I feel stuck, whether that is for newsletters, social media content, or even helping clients think through new directions. Sometimes all it… Continue reading Q Rodgey Must-Haves: ChatGPT
Aligned Automations: Simple Systems That Save You Time
Running a small business often means juggling dozens of repetitive tasks each week. From responding to emails and onboarding clients to sending invoices and posting on social media, these responsibilities can quickly add up. Each task may seem small, but they can take up a lot of time and energy. Automation can simplify or handle many… Continue reading Aligned Automations: Simple Systems That Save You Time
Q Rodgey: The Gratitude Edition—My Wylie RSE Family
This month I find myself especially grateful for my Wylie RSE family. Being part of this wonderful group of retired educators has become such a meaningful part of my life. I joined Wylie RSE in the fall right after I retired in 2022. At the time, both the president and the first vice president were… Continue reading Q Rodgey: The Gratitude Edition—My Wylie RSE Family
The CEO Hour: Why Every Business Owner Needs One
Many small business owners spend their days answering emails, handling clients, posting on social media, and putting out fires. On any given day you might also be managing invoices, updating your website, or juggling administrative tasks. While these activities keep the business running, they rarely leave space for something just as important: thinking strategically about where… Continue reading The CEO Hour: Why Every Business Owner Needs One
Q Rodgey: The Gratitude Edition—Tammy Schaefer & the Sparks That Help Us Begin
This Grateful Edition feels especially close to my heart. During one of our VA Q&A sessions, my friend and fellow VA, Tammy Schaefer, shared how she had been using the FlyLady approach to bring more structure and calm into her life and home. She also mentioned that she had created a custom ChatGPT using FlyLady-inspired techniques to… Continue reading Q Rodgey: The Gratitude Edition—Tammy Schaefer & the Sparks That Help Us Begin
When Your Business Is Growing, Something Has to Give—Make Sure It’s Not You
Growth is often celebrated as the goal. More clients. More opportunities. More momentum. While growth is a good thing, it does not always feel light or energizing in the moment. Sometimes growth looks like a calendar that fills faster than expected. An inbox that never quite clears. Tasks that spill into evenings or weekends because there… Continue reading When Your Business Is Growing, Something Has to Give—Make Sure It’s Not You
Q Rodgey: The Gratitude Edition—Beverly
As we begin a new year, gratitude feels especially meaningful. January is a time to reflect on the people who helped shape our paths, believed in us early on, and continued to invest in us along the way. This month, my gratitude is centered on someone who has had a lasting impact on both my personal and… Continue reading Q Rodgey: The Gratitude Edition—Beverly
Alignment Before Action
January often brings an unspoken pressure to reset everything at once in our businesses. New goals, fresh plans, and full calendars can quickly shift excitement into overwhelm. Alignment offers a steadier way to begin the year. Instead of adding more tasks or commitments, it encourages intentional choices that support both productivity and peace of mind. Starting… Continue reading Alignment Before Action