Walker Consultancy

Walker Consultancy PA and Administration Service, offering all aspects of business and personal support. Nothing is out of the realms of possibility. www.walker-consultancy.co.uk

CREATING THE TIME FOR YOU TO CREATE THE VISION

There is very little that I can’t do to help your business. I love to work with you and truly understand everything that you are working towards as this helps me to get the very best results for you. This could be ensuring that costs such as office utilities or mobile phone tariffs are reviewed annually to save you money, or planning that event to th

e last detail, ensuring that all you need to do is attend. You can be sure that whatever we do together will always be completed with personality, drive and care as your business is my business.

Is there anything that some downtime and sunshine can’t fix?Team Walker have been enjoying the Mediterranean sun, but th...
28/08/2026

Is there anything that some downtime and sunshine can’t fix?

Team Walker have been enjoying the Mediterranean sun, but that’s not stopped the wheels turning…. Weeks and weeks of work have paid off and September sees us move in a slightly different direction. Remember that Pivot motion….. well hold on for the ride!

For now though, it’s time to enjoy the last few days of our break, drink in the morning ever growing mini’s and keep the out of office on just that bit longer! Enjoy the bank holiday weekend people. See you on the other side 😊

This! Just this!!!My industry feels saturated right now as everyone thinks they can be a PA/VA/OBM because “it’s just ad...
30/07/2026

This! Just this!!!

My industry feels saturated right now as everyone thinks they can be a PA/VA/OBM because “it’s just admin”, right?

Spoiler Alert: it’s not.

What actually sets us apart isn’t the job title… it’s the superpower behind it.

▪️Some of us are minute‑taking ninjas.
▪️Some are systems wizards.
▪️Some are organisation machines.

And then there are people like me, the ones who get to know their clients so well that we can anticipate what they need before they even realise it. That’s not admin. That’s partnership, intuition, and experience.

The problem?

When people jump into this industry thinking they can “do it all”, they dilute the trust. They overpromise, underdeliver, and leave businesses feeling burned,which affects all of us. I’ve recently had a potential client choose to employ instead of outsource because they’d rather “keep an eye on what they are doing”

But here’s the truth:

There is room for all of us.

We just need to be honest about our strengths, stay in our lane, and lift each other up. When we do that, everyone wins……clients included.

So, if you need someone who doesn’t just tick tasks off a list but becomes an extension of your business… I have space in my client book.

Kids’ summer holidays mean the timing is fine, but come September, I want that space filled with the right person someone who values what a real PA/VA/OBM brings to the table.

If you need a me, I’m ready.

If you know someone who does, send them my way.

If you’re unsure what you actually need, let’s chat & I’ll help you figure it out.

The school‑holiday juggle is REAL, and honestly… I’m questioning my life choices and it’s only 9:15am 😅One child: happil...
28/07/2026

The school‑holiday juggle is REAL, and honestly… I’m questioning my life choices and it’s only 9:15am 😅

One child: happily shipped off to holiday club like a tiny, chaotic parcel.
The other: a full‑time bedroom recluse fused to his Xbox, emerging only to request food like a Victorian chimney sweep.

Meanwhile I’m running a one‑woman logistics empire:

• Snack negotiations - “Mum can I have a snack?” (He’s had 12.)

• Lunchbox drama - “ Can I have this? Not that. No nuts. Actually yes nuts—wait no, school said no.”

• Random demands - “I need a pound.” For what? Nobody knows.

• Kit chaos — trainers, spare clothes, waterproofs, suncream, hat… basically a full expedition pack.

• Water bottle madness - 78 bottles because apparently hydration is a personality trait now.

• Password amnesia - already forgotten the password I needed to pick up.

And now I’m prepping for a 9:30 Zoom meeting feeling like I’ve already completed a full working week, a marathon, and possibly a small military operation.

If you’re also juggling kids, work, snacks, admin, and your own sanity… solidarity.
We’re basically superheroes, just without the capes (or the sleep).

Can anyone else relate 😅

Mondays at Walkers aren’t about finding new clients or pushing the new work, they’re about setting my clients up for a s...
15/06/2026

Mondays at Walkers aren’t about finding new clients or pushing the new work, they’re about setting my clients up for a smoother week.

I spend my Monday mornings doing the things most people don’t have time for:

• Inbox resets — clearing the weekend backlog, flagging priorities, and making sure nothing important gets buried.

• Content planning — mapping out posts, scheduling what needs to go out, and giving businesses a consistent voice all week.

• Customer follow‑ups — replying, updating, nudging, and keeping communication flowing so the week doesn’t start already behind.

• Diary organisation — confirming appointments, reshuffling clashes, and making sure the week actually works in real life, not just on paper.

• Admin tidy‑ups — the small but mighty tasks that stop things spiralling by Thursday.

These behind‑the‑scenes tasks that helps my clients to breathe a little easier and start the week feeling in control rather than overwhelmed.

Have a good one even if the sun has failed to appear….. again!

This Sunday had a slow start…… lying in bed catching up on Scotland v Haiti after that middle‑of‑the‑night kick‑off. As ...
14/06/2026

This Sunday had a slow start…… lying in bed catching up on Scotland v Haiti after that middle‑of‑the‑night kick‑off. As a football fan, it’s been hard to get fully into the World Cup when half the matches happen while you’re asleep.

But credit where it’s due many workplaces are trying. Flexible starts, shift swaps, extended breaks… businesses are adapting, and I’m all for it.

The key is simple: flexibility only works when expectations are communicated clearly.

• Set boundaries
• Communicate simply
• Lead with trust
• Review and adapt

Sport brings energy, even at ridiculous o’clock, and with the right communication, workplaces can harness it. Empower your team to choose, enjoy it, and make the time up responsibly.

Happy Sunday from my duvet‑based match‑analysis station… I am now back watching Netherlands v Japan….. I have been up in between, promise!

28/04/2026

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LAST TIME WE DID THIS WE MASSIVELY INCREASED FOLLOWERS AND IT HAD A HUGE IMPACT ON OUR BUSINESS!

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The Cafe doors are open Monday - Friday 6am-1:30pm and Saturday’s 6am-12pm

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01283 392866

The Cafe
170 Hawkins Lane
Burton on Trent
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