How Hiring a Virtual Assistant in Margate Can Save You 10+ Hours a Week

Published on 1 June 2026 at 09:00

If you’re a busy woman running a business in Thanet, you probably feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day.

Your time is constantly pulled in different directions - clients, admin, social media, emails, home life… and everything in between.

And no matter how organised you try to be, something always ends up slipping.

As a Virtual Assistant based in Margate, I see this all the time.

The good news?
You don’t need more hours in the day - you need more support.

Where Your Time Is Really Going

Most business owners underestimate just how much time they spend on small, repetitive tasks.

Things like:

  • Answering emails

  • Posting (or trying to post) on social media

  • Digital Marketing 

  • Chasing information/invoices

  • Business admin

Individually, they don’t seem like much.

But together?

They can easily take up 10+ hours every single week.

That’s time you could be spending on:

  • Growing your business

  • Working with clients

  • Or simply having a bit more breathing space

Why Doing Everything Yourself Is Costing You More

It might feel like you’re saving money by doing everything yourself…

But in reality, you could be losing:

  • Time

  • Energy

  • Opportunities

  • Visibility (especially on social media)

When you’re overwhelmed, consistency disappears.

And when consistency disappears, so do potential clients.

✨ Your time is one of your most valuable business assets.

How a Virtual Assistant in Margate Can Help

Working with a Virtual Assistant gives you practical, flexible support exactly where you need it.

Here’s how I help my clients save hours every week:

✨ Social Media Support

If social media is something you struggle to keep up with, I can:

  • Plan your content

  • Write captions

  • Schedule posts

  • Keep you consistent and visible

No more last-minute posting… or not posting at all.

✨ Business Admin & Organisation

All those small tasks that take up your time?

Handled.

  • Email management

  • Systems and organisation

  • General admin

Giving you space to focus on what actually grows your business.

Diary Management & Time Blocking

A disorganised diary creates stress.

I help you:

  • Structure your time

  • Avoid overbooking

  • Build realistic, manageable days

So you feel more in control and less overwhelmed.

Hiring me as your Virtual Assistant (based in Thanet, Kent) is very different from employing someone full-time.

✔️ No overhead costs
✔️ No long-term commitment
✔️ Flexible hours
✔️ Support when you need it

It’s a simple, effective way to get help without adding pressure to your business.

What 10 Extra Hours a Week Could Do for You

Imagine having an extra 10 hours every week…

What would you do with that time?

  • Focus on growing your business

  • Spend more time with family

  • Finally feel on top of things

  • Or just take a breather

This is what the right support can give you.

Why Work With Lumos Virtual Support - Thanet?

With 30 years of experience in business admin, marketing, and running multiple businesses, I understand the realities of juggling everything.

I know what it’s like to:

  • Feel stretched too thin

  • Fall behind on social media

  • Try to do it all alone

And I also know how much of a difference it makes when you don’t have to.

My goal is simple - to make your business feel lighter, calmer, and more manageable.

Ready to Get Your Time Back?

If you’re a busy business owner in Margate or Thanet and you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed…

It might be time to stop doing everything yourself.

Lumos Virtual Support is here to help - Get in touch to chat about how I can support you.