The key thing I learned in February 2009 is that delegation is something I can learn and something I can benefit from. I hired a number of virtual assistants through oDesk, including a couple of computer teachers and an assistant who’s my age. In the process of delegating tasks, I learned more about the processes I use and how to make them better. I look forward to continuing to explore this.

Related posts:

• VA Days: Rethinking web search and virtual assistance
• VA Days: Refining web research process for virtual assistance
• VA Days: Calendar Management
• On the other side of the (virtual) desk

I also spent some time thinking about presentations. I gave a lecture on Enterprise 2.0 and knowledge management at the Schulich School of Business:

• Talking about Enterprise 2.0 and knowledge management
• Notes from Enterprise 2.0 and knowledge management talk at Schulich
• Recording of Enterprise 2.0 and Knowledge Management lecture

and I spent some time thinking about the use of a backchannel, what could help me become a better presenter, and how to get better at meetings.

I learned a little bit about events, too: Lessons from LifeCamp and plans for the next one. I also volunteered to help organize DrupalCampToronto.

At work, I developed custom code for the Drupal-based Transition2 system, improving its content management and community features.

In March, I plan to:

• Sort out my paperwork
• Finish this phase of Transition2
• Further integrate virtual assistance into my processes