Delegating Without Feeling Like You’re Losing Control
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Delegation feels like losing control — especially when you built everything yourself. Here's how to do it gradually, without micromanaging.
Manuela Nario
HR and Financial Administrator
With 10 years of HR adventures under my belt, I’m on a mission to make the workplace a positive and happy place to be. I’m the go-to person for solving problems, cracking jokes, and ensuring that everyone feels like they belong. Whether it’s lending an ear or spreading good vibes, I’m all about creating an environment where people feel heard, supported, and ready to tackle the day with a smile!
Tech Arsenal
Google Sheets, Teamdeck, Bee, Waveapps, Financial tools
Known For
Calm, kind, and serene, Manuela is meticulous, methodical, and warm. She’s always ready to listen, assist, and resolve whatever comes her way with empathy and care.
Canonical Moment
"One day, I realized that listening could be rewarding."
Things She Loves
Must-Have Apps
Google Calendar, Radio
If Manuela Were a Meme
Before Hiring More People, Get Your Operations in Order
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Adding people to a disorganized team doesn't fix the problem. Here's how to sort roles, processes, and priorities before you hire.
Your Customer Data Is a Gold Mine. Are You Using It?
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Having customer data isn't enough. Learn how to segment, personalize, and make smarter decisions using what you already have.
Grace Hopper: The Woman Who Taught Computers to Speak
by Manuela Nario | | Development
Grace Hopper built the first compiler in history and laid the groundwork for COBOL, a language that still powers much of the world's financial infrastructure.
First Employees: The Most Common Mistakes Small Businesses and Startups Make
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Hiring fast without clear expectations is the most common —and costly— mistake small businesses and startups make. Here's how to avoid it.
Ada Lovelace: The First Computer Programmer in History
by Manuela Nario | | Development
In the 1800s, Ada Lovelace wrote the world's first algorithm for a machine that hadn't been built yet. Here's who she was and why her legacy matters today.
My Business Is Growing — When Should I Start Managing People?
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
People management doesn't start at 50 employees. Here are the signs your small business needs it now — and what to do about it.
The Asset You Didn't Know You Had: Your Business Data
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Your data isn't just numbers in a spreadsheet. It's the accumulated knowledge of your business — and it's worth protecting. Here's why.
Radia Perlman: The Engineer Who Made the Internet Possible
by Manuela Nario | | Development
She invented the protocol that keeps the internet from collapsing on itself. Here's who Radia Perlman is — and why her name should be as well-known.
Will AI Replace Software Developers? Both Sides of the Debate
by Manuela Nario | | Development
The data is split. AI is cutting entry-level developer jobs while creating entirely new roles at the top. Here's what the research actually says.
Bridging the Gap: How to Help Adults Over 70 Navigate Technology
by Manuela Nario | | Content
Older adults face real barriers with technology — abstract interfaces, motor challenges, and more. Here's how to actually close the gap.
Digital Tools for Your Business: What They Are and What They Do
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Learn what digital business tools are, how CRMs, automation, email, and internal systems work, and how to choose the right technology for your business.