What’s holding you back from hiring executive assistant support? If you’re like many business owners, there may be a myriad of things. A few of the things we tell ourselves are, “I’ll wait until things slow down. I’m too busy to deal with it,” or “I’ll hire after this quarter.” But if we really think about it, the timing may never feel right. And all the while, waiting may quietly be costing you in ways you don’t realize.
Why We Wait
One of the biggest reasons people wait usually comes down to finances. When we hire for any position in our business, we tend to think of it as an expense. And while it is an expense, we have to remember that it’s also an asset that can help our company grow. Another reason we hold off on getting support is thinking things aren’t bad enough yet or that we don’t have enough work to delegate. The right support and guidance can address both concerns.
What Waiting Actually Costs
We tend to know what not delegating costs us, but it’s good to be reminded. Not having executive assistant support can have the biggest impact on your time. Time is everything for a business owner. There are only so many hours in the day, and using those hours wisely by focusing on what matters most is what will ultimately help your business grow. Not having someone to take tasks off your plate can keep you from focusing on strategy and spending time on the work you do best.
A Better Approach
Hiring support before everything is on fire or before you’re feeling the stress of working long hours is a better approach. Not waiting until you’re pressed for time gives you the opportunity to plan your onboarding and get off to a great start with your executive assistant. It also gives you time to gradually hand things over instead of trying to delegate everything at once because you desperately need relief.
Getting support doesn’t have to be a decision you make because you’ve reached your breaking point. If you already know that too much of your time is being spent on work that someone else could handle, that may be the sign you need. If you’re wondering whether now is the right time to bring on executive assistant support, let’s have a conversation. We can talk about what’s currently on your plate and whether support makes sense for where your business is today.
