How a VA Frees Up 20 Hours a Month Without the Overheads of Staff
Running a small business is exciting, but let’s be honest… it’s also exhausting. You wear all the hats: CEO, admin, marketing, customer service, social media manager… and somehow still have to find time for life outside of work.
Hiring staff might feel like the answer, but the reality? Salaries, training, holiday cover, sick leave, office space, pensions… the costs (and stress) add up fast. That’s where a Virtual Assistant (VA) comes in.
At Fox Associates, we’ve seen time and time again how working with a VA can free up 20+ hours a month without the overheads of full-time staff. Here’s how:
You Only Pay for What You Need
A VA isn’t on your payroll. You’re not covering pensions, sick days, or desk space. You simply pay for the hours you need, whether that’s 5, 10, or 20 a week. Flexible, simple, stress-free.
We Specialise in What Slows You Down
Your inbox, diary, and social media scheduling aren’t just admin tasks—they’re time thieves. What might take you hours of back-and-forth, a VA can handle in half the time because we do it every day.
You Stay in Control
One of the biggest worries we hear is: “But I don’t want to lose control.” Outsourcing isn’t about handing over your business it’s about letting go of the bits that don’t need you. You’re still the driver; we just help keep the car moving smoothly.
You Get Your Time Back (and Protect Your Headspace)
What would you do with an extra 20 hours a month? That’s time to:
Spend with your family without your phone glued to your hand
Focus on growth projects instead of admin fires
Actually take a weekend off (!!)
The truth is, outsourcing isn’t just a “nice to have.” It’s the difference between running your business and your business running you.