You’ve got a business to grow, clients to please, a team to lead, and somewhere in there—maybe—a life to live. But lately, it’s all blurring together. Your schedule’s bursting, your inbox is a black hole, and your to-do list is growing faster than you can tick things off. You tell yourself you’ll catch up this weekend… but weekends haven’t been yours in a long time. And we all know that when you’re overloaded for too long, things start to slip. Decisions get delayed. Opportunities get missed. Your health takes a hit. Relationships buckle under the strain. And the worst part? You’re so deep in it, you can’t see a way out. If any of this hits close to home, this guide is for you. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cSLSCL #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #WorkLifeBalance #StressManagement #GetOrganized #VirtualAssistantServices
Time Etc | Virtual Assistants
Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting
Birmingham, West Midlands 7,664 followers
Outstanding remote executive assistants in the U.S. and UK by Sir Richard Branson's former assistant.
About us
Reduce stress and increase focus with a carefully selected U.S. or UK-based Virtual Assistant from Time etc. They'll help you stay focused on what matters by taking care of the tasks that waste your time. Even better, it costs up to 90% less than employing a full-time executive assistant. We're proud that Penni Pike, former assistant to Sir Richard Branson for 32 years, is a member of our team. We've saved our clients more than 1 MILLION hours of time-wasting tasks. That's enough for… - 137,563 days spent growing their businesses - $77,379,075 earned in extra billable time - 12,380,652 bedtime stories with their kids - 6,141 interruption free holidays Our service is available worldwide with Virtual Assistants in the U.S. and UK. We are proud to be a Certified™ Great Place To Work® for 2023 and 2024. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience. Read 5-star reviews about Time etc: http://www.virtualassistantassistant.com/time-etc Try Time etc for free: http://web.timeetc.com/ref/linkedinpage
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External link for Time Etc | Virtual Assistants
- Industry
- Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2007
- Specialties
- Virtual Assistants, Credit controllers, Virtual Receptionists, Social Media assistants, Marketing Assistants, HR Administrators, Customer service agents, Administrators, Blog writers, Transcribers, Content writers, and Sales Administrators
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Lyndon House
62 Hagley Road
Birmingham, West Midlands B16 8PE, GB
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410 Park Avenue
New York, New York NY 10022, US
Employees at Time Etc | Virtual Assistants
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Jo Chan-Quillen
Freelance Virtual Assistant and Event Logistics Specialist
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Barnaby Lashbrooke
Author of 'The Hard Work Myth', Founder of Time etc
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Sue Dixon
Virtual Assistant at Time Etc - Uber talented people, by the hour
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Kimberly Blackwell, PMP
Enterprise Tech PMO | Digital Adoption | B2B Marketing | Dell Alum
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Let’s be honest: when you’re building a business, your personal life often ends up in the passenger seat—sometimes even the trunk! Chances are, personal tasks end up sneaking into your work hours—booking appointments, ordering gifts, chasing down that refund, arranging your kids’ playdates. These little personal to-dos may seem harmless, and you tell yourself, “It’ll only take a minute.” But we all know the domino effect it can create in your day. Now, you’re rushing to catch up on work, feeling scattered, guilty, and behind. But here’s the good news: your virtual assistant can help with much more than just your 9-5 tasks. Here's how a VA can help you stay on top of "life admin," instead of getting buried under it. ➡️ https://bit.ly/43F5l7s #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #WorkLifeBalance #Delegation #ProductivityHacks #VirtualAssistantServices
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People often think success as a founder is all about having a brilliant idea and working non-stop to make it happen. But if that were true, far more businesses would be thriving. In reality, 20% don’t survive their first year—and half are gone within five. Not because of bad ideas or lack of effort, but because certain habits and mindsets make or break a business. So, if you want to beat the odds, you’ll need to know what successful founders do differently… ➡️ https://bit.ly/4kyhRM1 #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #FoundersMindset #Entrepreneurship #VirtualAssistantServices
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Ping. Another Slack message. Ding. Your inbox just grew by 12 more emails. Buzz. A breaking news alert—again. Before you know it, an hour has passed, and you’ve barely made a dent in your work. Your concentration? Crippled. Deep work? A distant memory. Studies show that it can take up to 23 minutes and 15 seconds to refocus after a distraction. Now multiply that by the dozens of pings, dings, and buzzes you get each day—it’s no wonder you feel like you’re always falling behind. As founders, we can't eliminate distractions completely, but we can't afford to let them run our days, either. If you want to know how to protect your focus and get more done each day, this guide is for you. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3QOnhF3 #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #StayFocused #FocusHacks #Productivity #VirtualAssistantServices
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As a founder, it’s all too easy to get swept up in what everyone else is doing. One minute, a competitor is making bold moves; the next, a flashy new trend is shaking up the market. Add in a flood of opinions—wanted or not—and it’s no surprise that 85% of business leaders admit to regretting or second-guessing their decisions. That’s where First Principles Thinking comes in. Instead of reacting to the noise, it helps you strip a problem down to its core components—removing unnecessary complexity and distractions. You’re not just following a roadmap; you’re creating your own. If you want to say goodbye to shiny-object distractions and pave the way for solutions that actually make sense for your business, this one’s for you. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XiH7fg #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #FirstPrinciplesThinking #StayFocused #Productivity #VirtualAssistantServices
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In a world full of endless distractions, decisions, and demands, the world’s most accomplished founders didn’t get where they are today by chance. They got there by mastering how to cut through the noise, protect their mental energy, and focus on what truly matters. The good news for us is that these strategies aren’t just for billionaires or tech giants. We’ve unpacked exactly what they do, why it works, and how you can put the same principles to work in your own life—starting today. ➡️ https://bit.ly/439cQD8 #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #StayFocused #FocusHacks #Productivity #VirtualAssistantServices
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If you’ve ever reached for coffee, a sugary snack, or a glass of wine to “take the edge off” a tough day, you’re certainly not alone! But it’s no secret that what you eat and drink has a huge impact on how you feel. And when you’re juggling so many big decisions, long hours, and never-ending to-do lists, your body and mind need all the support they can get. So, the question is: could our diets be secretly 𝘧𝘶𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 our stress instead of fighting it? Find out here… ➡️ https://bit.ly/40SdMdV #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #SelfCare #WellBeing #DietHacks #StressManagement #VirtualAssistantServices
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On paper, outsourcing admin work is a no-brainer. More breathing room, less stress, more time for what matters, the list goes on! But in practice, things can get a little sticky. Why do so many of us struggle to hand work over—even when we know it’s the smart thing to do? As a founder, you’ve worked too hard to let admin tasks hold you back. That’s why, if you’re ever in this position, it pays to be prepared. Knowing what’s behind the hesitation is key to overcoming it, so you don’t lose out on the game-changing benefits of admin support. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hmSWbM #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #Delegation #Outsourcing #VirtualAssistantServices
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You’ve probably seen the stats, read the reports, and heard the advice a million times over. We all know by now: self-care isn’t just important for us, it’s crucial for the success of the businesses we’ve worked so hard to build. But even when you know you 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 prioritize your health and well-being, why are sleepless nights, skipped meals, and constant stress still the norm for so many founders? It’s not a lack of knowledge or resources. It’s the hidden barriers that make self-care feel impossible. In this guide, you'll find the three key pillars of balancing your personal needs with your professional responsibilities. No complicated routines. No unrealistic advice. Just simple steps to pinpoint what actually needs your attention and—perhaps more importantly—how to make sure these new habits stick. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jgFcRI #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #WorkLifeBalance #SelfCare #VirtualAssistantServices
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You started your business for a reason. You had a vision. You wanted freedom, flexibility, or maybe just the chance to do work you truly care about. But instead, here you are: • Drowning in unread emails that just keep piling up. • Missing deadlines, important calls, or opportunities because your brain’s constantly scattered. • Spending late nights chained to your desk when you should be with your loved ones—or just getting some well-earned rest. Deep down, you know something’s got to give. But hiring staff? That feels like too much. Too expensive. Too complicated. Too overwhelming to even think about when your to-do list is already overflowing. So, what’s the answer? ➡️ https://bit.ly/4h1bBtK #BusinessOwnership #FoundersLife #WorkLifeBalance #Productivity #VirtualAssistantServices
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