Virtual Assistants for Small Businesses

Maximize your productivity with a Virtual Assistant who can help with:

  • General admin
  • Customer services
  • Marketing tasks
  • Social media management
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Be More Productive

As a small business owner, you know the key to growth is maximizing your productivity and making the most of your limited time and resources. However, it's all too easy to get bogged down with administrative work instead of focusing on your core offerings and revenue-generating activities. That's where Time etc's virtual assistants can be a game-changer for small businesses. Our skilled virtual professionals can provide reliable administrative support and operational assistance, allowing you to direct more energy toward serving your customers and driving growth.

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How a Virtual Assistant Can Support Small Businesses

We carefully match you with a virtual assistant who has direct experience supporting other small companies and entrepreneurs in your industry. Our virtual assistants are thoroughly trained to assist small business owners with a wide variety of tasks, including:

  • General administrative duties

    Email, scheduling, filing, etc

  • Customer service

    Via phone, email, chat, social media

  • Marketing

    Marketing and promotional tasks

  • Social media management

    Across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok

  • Finances

    Basic bookkeeping and financial tracking

  • Research and analysis

    Online research and data gathering

  • Website management

    Website updates and content creation

  • Diary management

    Meeting coordination and travel planning

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Affordable, Flexible Support to Drive Efficiency

As a small business, adding even one full-time employee can be a significant financial burden in terms of salaries, benefits, taxes, and overhead. Time etc virtual assistants provide professional-level support at a fraction of those costs. Our affordable pricing model allows you to pay only for the specific assistance you need each month as your requirements change.

Small Business Expertise You Can Count On

Our virtual assistants undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure you receive an experienced professional with the skills and background knowledge to be a productive extension of your small business. Their specialized small business training allows them to provide knowledgeable, reliable assistance from day one.

Reclaim your time, focus, and work-life balance by partnering with Time etc's virtual assistant services. Contact us today for a free consultation.

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Hundreds of five star reviews

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    "I cannot recommend Time etc more highly. Once you have their support for a few tasks, you will wonder how you got along without them."

    Kevin Massengill
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    "I'm a huge fan of this service! My assistant from Time etc is excellent and totally on top of it – I trust her completely. Partnering with Time etc makes my life and work much more doable and enjoyable."

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    "Signing up with Time etc is transforming my business. I couldn;t be happier with the results and my assistant Sara. I signed up to be held accountable to my schedule and to keep up with social media."

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    "My Time etc assistant, Amy, has been phenomenal! In no time at all she got to know and understand my business and has taken on responsibility for key areas that boost my productivity and income, making a real contribution and taking proactive steps to help me."

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    "Time etc staff and our assistant have been tremendous! The value and professionalism are unmatched and I regret not moving forward sooner with our decision to hire someone to help us out with so many daily/weekly/monthly to-do items. If you're waiting to decide it Time etc is right for you —don't make the same mistake… just give it a try."

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    "My business is thriving thanks to Time etc and I've never been happier. Thanks to the phenomenal assistants I'm working with, I'm able to free my mind of the day-to-day tasks and think about the big picture, come up with new offers and new business."

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    "This has been a great experience. Louise and Emma made all the difference. They listened to me and found me an excellent fit. Having a VA has in a just a few weeks helped me become so much more productive. My only regret is that I didn't sign up years ago."

    Tom
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    "I am so grateful for Time Etc and Tracey, my amazing team member. She is efficient and an absolute joy to work with. She anticipates what I need and isn't afraid to suggest a way of completing our work and I LOVE that."

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    "Time Etc is INCREDIBLE! Not only are the quality of the VA’s top notch, their entire checks and balances system ensures that the customer always comes first. I love their accountability system. WILL RECOMMEND!"

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    "I'm so happy that I was connected with Joy. Very quickly I could tell she was professional and good at what she does. In one month my stress has decreased dramatically and our work together has put me in a position to expand my client base while offering the same level of excellent customer service to my clients."

    Kyla
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    "Our assistant is an asset to running our Bay Area nonprofit. She is accountable for consistent work quality and is excellent with communications. She has our back giving me more time to focus on my day to day commitments."

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    "This has has been a life saver when it was most needed."

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    "Time etc has been a huge asset to my business! My assistant Deborah is fantastic, and has become a huge asset to my law practice. She has picked up every task I've given her from customer service, to admin, to content writing."

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    "With our small business, we have 3 different assistants through Time Etc. Each of them has proven to be an integral asset to enhancing our business. ...Having an assistant allowed us to make better use of our own time by focusing on enhancing other areas of our business."

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    "I've used Time etc for about six months now and it has exceeded my expectations. I don't know what I'd do without this help. I can't believe I waited so long!"

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    "Time etc has been incredibly helpful. I was hesitant to hire a Virtual Assistant because I am new to this whole world of Virtual Assistants. But Time etc helped me make the transition and I am so grateful for all they do."

    David Gerber
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    "Jennifer has been sorting my email for me for about a year now. Having my email sorted helps me give full attention to one task area at a time, and it's made a big difference in my productivity and mental clarity."

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    "I'm so glad to have found Time etc and my assistant Andrea! I especially love being able to get things off my to-do list any time of day or night, while I'm thinking about them, and to know that they'll be handled well!"

    Julia
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    "Brilliant assistants and platforms to make delegating easy. Should have signed up months ago. Can't rate Time etc highly enough!"

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    "Time partnered me with the right assistant straight off the bat. Louise is highly professional, helpful and creative. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner."

    Jim Lucas
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    Doug Chinnery
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    "My two assistants are an absolutely godsend, I can delegate so much to them with the confidence it will be done efficiently and with great manners. I can't imagine how I could run my business without them!"

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    "Highly recommended if you're short on time I've used Time etc for over a year, they are a great service who sourced some professional assistants for me. Highly recommended!"

    Bryan Collins
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    "My experience with Time Etc has been superb. Ellouise who has been my EA for a year is the best EA I have ever had - she is organised, customer-centric, charming and always keeping one eye on what is next. I really couldn't be happier with the service."

    Paul Frampton-Calero
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    "Time etc VAs have been fantastic for us. They've helped with many tasks when we needed it the most and are part of our team. It is important to choose the right person with the set of skills that fit with your business, as they can add real value to your team(s). "

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    "I have been a client of Time Etc for a few years and have been very satisfied! The assistants are extremely professional and very helpful. I would most definitely recommend Time Etc!"

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What can a virtual assistant do for a small business?

    A virtual assistant can help a small business by taking care of everyday tasks that keep things moving but do not always need the owner’s time. This includes general admin, email management, scheduling, customer service support, data entry, social media tasks, website updates, calendar management, and basic financial tracking.

    We help you find experienced support that fits the way your business works, so you can spend more time with customers and focus on work only you can do.

  • What tasks should a small business owner delegate first?

    Start with repetitive or time-consuming tasks. Examples include managing emails, scheduling meetings, organizing files, updating spreadsheets, preparing documents, and handling routine customer inquiries. You do not need to hand over everything at once. Begin with simple tasks and build as you trust your assistant.

  • How can a virtual assistant help a small business grow?

    A virtual assistant can give you more time to focus on customers, sales, and strategy. When daily admin is handled consistently, you can follow up with leads, respond to customers, keep projects moving, and stay focused on the bigger picture.

  • Is a virtual assistant better than hiring an employee for a small business?

    A virtual assistant can be a better option if your business needs support but is not ready for the cost or commitment of a full-time employee. Time Etc offers flexible monthly plans, giving access to experienced help without the pressures of a permanent hire.

  • Can a virtual assistant help with customer service for a small business?

    Yes, a virtual assistant can help with routine customer service tasks, such as replying to emails, organizing inquiries, updating customer records, responding to common questions, and managing messages. Your assistant will follow your tone and processes to ensure professional support.

  • How do I know if my small business needs a virtual assistant?

    You may need a virtual assistant if admin is taking up too much time, follow-ups are being missed, or you are struggling to focus on growth. Start by delegating a few tasks to make the first step manageable.