The IRS has increased the standard business mileage rate from 72.5¢ to 76¢ per mile, effective July 1, 2026. Kendra Harris speaks on who this update affects, why it matters for mileage reimbursement and tax reporting, and the steps business owners, employers, and bookkeepers should take to update payroll, accounting, and expense tracking systems.

Wondering whether you need an Online Business Manager, Executive Assistant, or Director of Operations? Learn why the title matters less than the results. Discover how strategic operational support, streamlined systems, process improvement, and organized workflows can eliminate bottlenecks, increase efficiency, and help your business grow with confidence and sustainability.

Learn how a customized business organization system helps you track tasks, manage workflows, prevent missed deadlines, and keep nothing from falling through the cracks. Discover why every idea, request, follow-up, and deadline should have a place in your system, and how tailored workflows can improve productivity, streamline operations, and help your business run more efficiently every day.

What happens when the skills you've spent years developing are more valuable than you ever imagined? Discover how my journey from teacher to Online Business Manager shaped the way I help entrepreneurs build organized, scalable businesses through systems, strategy, and operational excellence.

After 15 years in education, Kendra Harris discovered that the same principles that help students succeed also help businesses grow. Learn why clarity, documented processes, and effective systems are the foundation of successful delegation, stronger teams, and more efficient business operations..

In this article, Online Business Manager and Systems Strategist Kendra Harris explores the key differences between virtual support and traditional employees, helping business owners evaluate which model best aligns with their goals. Learn how to make smarter hiring decisions, build a more efficient team, and create a support structure that can grow with your business.

Wondering how much it costs to hire a Virtual Assistant, Online Business Manager, Fractional COO, or specialized service provider? Kendra Harris breaks down the typical investment ranges, what impacts pricing, and how to determine which type of support is the right fit for your business growth, operations, and long-term goals.

Building a business that lasts is not just about delivering great work. The way you communicate, support clients, and create thoughtful touchpoints directly impacts referrals, retention, and long-term growth. Business owners who prioritize systems around client experience often create stronger relationships and more sustainable operations.

A disorganized Google Drive can slow down your entire business. Kendra Harris breaks down five practical Google Drive organization strategies that help streamline workflows, improve team efficiency, and create systems that support sustainable business growth.

Kendra Harris, a mother of five and multi-business owner, shares her tips for reducing stress during the summer. Summer shouldn't derail your business. Learn how better systems, stronger boundaries, and simple operational changes can help business owners stay productive, reduce overwhelm, and create more breathing room during the busiest season of the year.

Many business owners assume hiring help will automatically create more capacity, but the wrong support at the wrong stage usually creates more confusion. Before adding team members, businesses need clear systems, defined responsibilities, and operational structure that can actually support growth.

Kendra Harris shares her nomination of Natalie Siston for FemCity’s Women to Know and why impactful leadership requires structure, consistency, and systems.

See how an Online Business Manager supports speakers, authors, and media personalities behind the scenes. A look at the systems and strategy behind a 12-year TV show success story with OBM Kendra Harris.

Tennessee-based Online Business Manager Kendra Harris shares operational insights inspired by a client’s systems update, including how businesses can improve workflows, strengthen team operations, identify inefficient processes, and build scalable systems that support sustainable growth.

Not sure if a virtual assistant is still enough for your business? Learn the signs it’s time for operational support and what changes as you grow.

What’s the ROI (Return on Investment) of hiring an Online Business Manager? Let’s look at the numbers and how much revenue you’re losing by trying to do everything yourself. This video breaks down the hidden cost of DIY management in your business.

Being featured as a NAWBO Nashville Member Spotlight gave me the opportunity to share the heart, systems, and leadership philosophy behind my work as an Online Business Manager. From overcoming imposter syndrome to building life-first business systems, this feature highlights why organization, intention, and support matter for women business owners.

Every major retailer hires holiday help. Small businesses deserve that same support. If you’re overwhelmed by projects, inbox chaos, scheduling, or personal errands on top of running your business, an Online Business Manager can step in and manage the backend so you can enjoy the holidays without the stress.

In this video, you’ll learn how to decide whether hiring an independent Online Business Manager or an agency is the right move for your business. I’ll share real-life examples and help you understand what to look for before you commit.

As a guest co-host for Connect & Cultivate, I joined heart-centered solopreneurs for an intentional networking session focused on systems, habits, and relationships that support sustainable business growth.