Running a small business can be very rewarding but it can also be very challenging. Anyone who has taken the leap will know that it’s not just about doing what you love; it’s about juggling responsibilities, learning on the go, and showing up day after day, even when things feel overwhelming.
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Hiring a Virtual Assistant has become much more common over the past few years. However, there are still a lot of misunderstandings around what we do, how we work, and who we actually support. If you’re a sole trader, a busy entrepreneur, or a small business owner trying to juggle everything yourself, you’ve probably wondered at some point whether working with a VA would really make sense for you.
Read MoreHappy New Year! As we step into a fresh chapter, I’ve been taking some time to pause, reflect and look ahead. I’ve always believed in keeping things real, so rather than glossing over the past year with shiny buzzwords and empty optimism, I want to be honest…. 2025 had its ups and downs.
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As the year comes to a close and the festive season settles in around us, I find myself reflecting on everything that has happened not just over the past year, but over the past five years of running my business. It still feels surreal to say that out loud. Five years. More than half a decade of supporting incredible clients, learning, growing, and building something that started as a small idea and has become a meaningful part of my everyday life.
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Working as a Virtual Assistant means juggling a variety of tasks from admin support and organisation to basic bookkeeping, scheduling, and creative tasks. To deliver a smooth, reliable service for my clients, I rely on a set of tools that make my work efficient, streamlined, and consistently accurate. Over time, I’ve learned which platforms genuinely help me work smarter rather than harder.
In this blog, I’m sharing the core software I use regularly as a Virtual Assistant, why I use each one, and how they help me support my clients. Whether you’re a business owner wondering how I manage your tasks, or an aspiring VA curious about what software makes the job easier, this guide will give you a clear insight into the tech behind the scenes.
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Whether you’re a freelancer, a self-employed business owner, or a director of a limited company, tax return season has a way of creeping up on us. One minute it’s summer, the next you’re staring at a looming deadline and wondering where on earth last year’s receipts went. As a Virtual Assistant who supports clients through busy periods, I have seen year after year confusion about logging in, panic about missing figures, last-minute scrambles to find an accountant, and the dreaded realisation that there’s not enough money set aside for the bill.
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In today’s fast-paced business world, time is one of your most valuable assets. Yet, so many business owners find themselves drowning in admin, responding to endless emails, and juggling repetitive tasks that could easily be handled by someone else. This is where a Virtual Assistant (VA) can make all the difference.
Nowadays, there are loads of Virtual Assistants to choose from, each with their own skills, expertise, and specialisms. Some focus on administrative support, others on marketing, design, tech or customer service. What a lot of us have in common, is one goal, which is to help you reclaim your time so that you can focus on what you do best.
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Now more than ever, using social media for your business can be one of the most effective ways to attract new clients and to help clients find you. Whether you’re a freelancer, small business owner, or part of a larger organisation, social media gives you a platform to showcase your expertise, build trust, and develop genuine relationships.
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If you’ve ever considered hiring a Virtual Assistant (VA), one of the first questions that probably comes to mind is, “How much does a Virtual Assistant cost?”
It’s a fair question and the answer isn’t always straightforward. The cost of a Virtual Assistant can vary depending on several factors, the type of support you need, the VA’s skillset and experience and whether you choose hourly rates or package options and the country the VA is based at.
In this blog, I will break down the key things that affect Virtual Assistant prices, what you can expect to pay in the UK, and why the right VA is worth every penny.
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Running a business can be exciting, fulfilling, and full of opportunity but it can also feel overwhelming at times and can feel like riding a rollercoaster. When you’re trying to manage everything yourself from admin tasks to marketing, bookkeeping, and customer service, it’s easy to lose sight of the reason we started our business, which for many could be flexibility.
For me, flexibility isn’t just a preference, it’s a necessity. As a mum to an autistic son, I need the freedom to attend appointments, therapies, and meetings, and to take him to his school, which isn’t local. Having that space in my schedule allows me to be present for my family and my clients.
That’s one of the main reasons I became a Virtual Assistant. I wanted to build a business that works around my life and I help other business owners do exactly the same.
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