Orbital Assistant Services

03/08/2025

Need to simplify things?

It isn't always obvious which work can be delegated to others. And often it's hard to let things go. But if you are stretched too thin, it's worth investing some time to review what you are doing (you can do this by checking your Sent Items email folder and your telephone call log and keeping a short note on a phone or notepad of the tasks you are spending your time on throughout the day).

Then go through that list and categorise each as follows:

MUST do - only you can do this, you have specialist skills or knowledge that means nobody could take this off your plate

SHOULD do - if you took time to show others and explain things then this could easily be taken off your plate going forwards

COULD do - low value tasks that someone else is better placed to do anyway, but it feels quicker and easier to do yourself (although collectively take up a disproportionate amount of your time!)

What if someone else took your calls and filtered out the sales people from the client enquiries - and managed client expectations about when you can speak to them instead of you getting sucked into another 20 minute call whilst in the middle of something else? Or someone answering your phoneline instead of you sending them to voicemail and then totally forgetting to return them?

Would you be more successful if someone monitored your inbox and deleted the junk mail, escalated the possible new business wins, liaised with clients and suppliers over queries so you don't have to and generally improve your client relationship management so they get gold standard service and leave more 5 star reviews?

Would it help if you trained up junior staff members to give them some of the easier specialist tasks and started to widen their experience?

Would your accountant be absolutely delighted if you (or your significant other) stopped trying to squeeze in your invoicing and bookkeeping, and chased up your non-paying clients without damaging your working relationship?

It takes a little time to work through what and how to delegate but it's really worth it and the investment pays off in the long term when you have more time to do the things that really matter.

Follow us for more tips and tricks on time saving and staying on top of everything!

(Photo credit - the very talented Jon Tyson on Unsplash)

25/07/2025

We can support people moving from doers to enablers.
There is so much you shouldn’t be doing. We can help you delegate the things that don’t bring revenue. Imagine your life without all that *stuff*

Moving from solo to CEO means moving from doer to enabler.

Your value shifts from completing tasks to building systems and nurturing people. It is a mindset shift. And it is not always easy.

But every time you let go of a task, you create space for leadership. Which shift felt hardest for you?

In a startup, control can become a bottleneck. Scaling means sharing ownership. Of ideas, outcomes and sometimes mistakes.

Exercise: List every task you did this week. Next to each, mark
• Only I can do this
• I could delegate with training
• Someone else should already own this
Now pick one task to delegate this week (Inspired by “Buy Back Your Time” by Dan Martell).

14/07/2025

🌞 Are you a small business owner or sole trader ready to head off on a much needed holiday?
Don't let work emails and calls ruin your break!

Orbital Assistant Services offers flexible holiday cover so you can fully switch off. We can manage your inbox, handle customer enquiries, and even answer your phone.
Keeping things ticking over while you properly relax. 🏖️📞📬

Whether you're a small business owner, tradesperson, or freelancer, enjoy peace of mind knowing your clients are looked after while you're away.

📆 Bookings now open for summer holiday periods
📩 Message us to check availability or find out more!

16/06/2025

💸 Do you think a Virtual Assistant is more expensive than hiring an employee?

You might want to look again... 👀

This cost comparison (courtesy of the iconic VA mentor Catherine Gladwyn) shows just how much you really spend on a full-time employee.
From pensions and IT equipment to holiday pay and unproductive time, the total can reach £66,796.60 a year for an employee working at an hourly rate of £12.21.

✅ A Virtual Assistant, on the other hand, comes in at nearly half the cost — with no hidden extras and no downtime.
You only pay for what you need, when you need it.
No overheads. No hassle. Just expert support whenever you need it.

📊 Take a look at the full breakdown and see the difference for yourself.

Reach out via Whatsapp, our website or email ([email protected]) and see how we can help you cut costs and work smarter.

30/05/2025

Exciting milestone for Orbital Assistant Services — our very first print advert is out in the local community magazine!

Helping busy individuals, tradespeople and small business owners reclaim their time, one task at a time.

💼 Admin support
📅 Diary & inbox management
📄 Document formatting and creating adverts!..and a lot more

On-demand support when you need it, so you can focus on what you do best.

05/05/2025

Need a Helping Hand with your Admin or Projects?

Orbital Assistant Services can help lighten your load, whether you are a small business owner, freelancer, juggling a side hustle or a busy parent - we provide flexible, reliable support so you can focus on what you do best. No task too big or too small - from the essentials to full right hand support.

Visit our website www.orbitalassistant.com for more details or get in touch at [email protected] to discuss how we can help.

Orbital Assistant Services. Support that revolves around you.