North Star Virtual Assistant

North Star Virtual Assistant Hi, I'm Zena professional Virtual Assistant for sole traders & small business owners.

Admin, inbox, calendar, systems, social media all done for you, so you can get back to growing your business.
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Ready to grow your business? Brilliant. But here's a question most sole traders forget to ask...When those new enquiries...
02/06/2026

Ready to grow your business? Brilliant. But here's a question most sole traders forget to ask...

When those new enquiries and bookings start rolling in, is the behind-the-scenes side of your business actually ready to catch them?

For a lot of people, it all falls apart in one place: the inbox.

In my latest blog, I share a real example of a client whose overflowing inbox was quietly costing them time, money, and focus. Plus what to do if you're nodding along thinking "that's me."

You can't build more on top of a shaky foundation. Sort the basics first. 👇

Read blog post: https://northstarvirtualassistant.uk/is-your-inbox-quietly-holding-your-business-back/

The summer holidays are nearly here.And if you're a small business owner, you already know what that means.Maybe the kid...
02/06/2026

The summer holidays are nearly here.

And if you're a small business owner, you already know what that means.

Maybe the kids are home. Travel plans get pushed to the back of the queue. The enquiries don't stop. The inbox doesn't take a holiday just because you'd like to. And that feeling of needing to be available all the time while desperately wanting to switch off for a few weeks. It's exhausting before the summer even starts.

You shouldn't have to choose between running your business and actually enjoying your summer.

That's where I come in.

Getting a VA on board before the summer rush means by the time July arrives everything is set up, running smoothly and in safe hands. Your inbox is monitored. Your social media keeps going. Your clients are looked after.

And you get to actually be present this summer instead of exhausted like last year.

The key is getting started now and not waiting until July when you're overwhelmed and running on empty.

If you've been thinking about getting some support behind the scenes, summer is honestly the best reason to finally do it.

👉 Book a free 20 minute Discovery Call and let's get you set up before the holidays arrive. www.northstarvirtualassistant.uk

Happy New Week ⭐️ If the thought of summer fills you with dread rather than excitement because you just can't see how th...
01/06/2026

Happy New Week ⭐️

If the thought of summer fills you with dread rather than excitement because you just can't see how the business keeps running while you take a breath, this one is for you.

You deserve to enjoy your summer. Not just get through it.

Think about what this summer could look like if you had someone reliable working quietly behind the scenes while you actually switched off for a bit.

That's what I help small business owners do.

What would your ideal summer look like if the business was taken care of? Drop it below. I'd love to know. 👇

My Tools Edition for Small Business Owners⭐️ Tool of the Week: Buffer⭐️What it does:If you're still posting on social ...
29/05/2026


My Tools Edition for Small Business Owners

⭐️ Tool of the Week: Buffer⭐️

What it does:
If you're still posting on social media on the day and hoping for the best, Buffer will change your life. It lets you sit down once a week, write all your posts in one go and schedule everything in advance across multiple platforms including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Bluesky.

Why my clients love it:
The number one thing I hear from small business owners is that they just don't have time to show up consistently on social media. Buffer solves that by letting you batch everything in one sitting and forget about it for the rest of the week.

It also has a little ideas board where you can jot things down as they come to you and turn them into posts later. Really handy when inspiration strikes at an inconvenient moment.

It even tells you the best time to post on each platform so you're not just guessing.

Why I love it:
⭐ Free plan covers most small business needs
⭐ Schedule posts weeks in advance
⭐ Saves hours of daily social media management
⭐ Keeps your posting consistent without the stress

Small tools. Big difference for your business.

This is not an ad or sponsored post. Simply tools I genuinely use and love.

If you give it a try, I’d love to hear how you get on.😊

Today felt amazing not only due to the beautiful weather but also because I signed a new client. 🙌I can't wait to get st...
27/05/2026

Today felt amazing not only due to the beautiful weather but also because I signed a new client. 🙌

I can't wait to get started with setting up and managing the social media channels for their fast growing small business.

It's an honour to be selected as I was up against 3 other exceptional professional VAs.

Here's a pic of me celebrating with an early finish and an iced coffee ☕️

Simple pleasures are life's greatest treasures

Last week I explained what an email funnel is and why your small business needs one.This week I'm getting all practical ...
24/05/2026

Last week I explained what an email funnel is and why your small business needs one.

This week I'm getting all practical on you. What you actually need to get started, how to write a sequence that builds trust and why MailerLite is my go to platform for small business owners.

👉 Read Part 2 here: https://northstarvirtualassistant.uk/northstarvirtualassistant-uk-email-funnel-for-small-business-2/

Missed Part 1? Catch up here: https://northstarvirtualassistant.uk/northstarvirtualassistant-uk-email-funnel-for-small-business/

The weather is glorious in Essex. I'm sitting in the garden with a well deserved cup of coffee reflecting on my working ...
22/05/2026

The weather is glorious in Essex. I'm sitting in the garden with a well deserved cup of coffee reflecting on my working week.

Its truly been a busy week supporting my diverse clients. Helping with all sorts of tasks to ensure they switch off over the long weekend ahead!

Monday organising digital files in Outlook. Tuesday writing text content and captions for Facebook. Wednesday researching and booking networking events, and Thursday/Friday designing in Canva, a lead magnet Checklist.

Wouldn't have it any other way. Coffee will be substituted for a glass of wine later tonight 😋

Happy Weekend ⭐️

My Tools Edition for Small Business Owners⭐️ Tool of the Week: Calendly⭐️What it does:A free scheduling tool that lets...
22/05/2026


My Tools Edition for Small Business Owners

⭐️ Tool of the Week: Calendly⭐️

What it does:
A free scheduling tool that lets people book appointments directly with you. Helps to avoid the back and forth of finding a time that works. You can set your available slots and they pick one that suits.

Why my clients love it:
It can be used for their discovery calls, client check ins, consultations all bookable without a single email exchange. It connects directly to Google Calendar so there's no risk of double bookings. It can be embedded in their website or a link included in their email footer.

Why I love it:
⭐ Removes the back and forth scheduling
⭐ Sends automatic reminders to both parties
⭐ Free plan works perfectly for most small businesses
⭐ Looks professional and builds client confidence

Small tools. Big difference for your business.

This is not an ad or sponsored post. Simply tools I genuinely use and love.

If you give it a try, I’d love to hear how you get on.😊

What I've learned from working with different businesses.One of the things I love most about being a VA is that no two c...
21/05/2026

What I've learned from working with different businesses.

One of the things I love most about being a VA is that no two clients are the same.

I've worked behind the scenes with businesses across construction, coaching, consultancy and more. Every single one has taught me something different.

Here's what I've learned:

Every business owner thinks their chaos is unique. Well, believe me it isn't. The same problems show up again and again just in a different disguise.

The inbox that feels impossible to keep on top of. The social media that remains a list of ideas with no real plan. The onboarding process that gets reinvented every time a new client starts. The systems that exist entirely in your own head and nowhere else.

Sound familiar?

The good news is the solutions are also pretty consistent. Simple systems, a bit of structure and someone reliable working quietly behind the scenes makes a huge difference in almost every business I've worked with.

That's what I bring to the table. Not a complicated shake up. Just practical, straightforward support that makes your week feel less like spinning too many plates.

What's the one thing in your business you wish was just sorted? Drop it below as I'd genuinely love to know. 👇

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