Posts by kelliesimpson
I Planned a 2-Week Digital Detox and Stayed Away for 3. Here’s Why.
On 22nd December 2025, I did something that felt both liberating and terrifying in equal measure: I deleted every single social media app from my phone. No Instagram. No LinkedIn. No Facebook. Nothing. And honestly? I wasn’t sure I’d make it past Boxing Day. The Breaking Point By mid-December, I was absolutely done. My phone had become an extension of my…
Read MoreWhy I Said YES to Gold Sponsorship at Adviserly’s boutique lawyer event (and why I’m delighted I did!)
Sponsorship to me is a lot more than a logo and a quick bio in a brochure. It’s about supporting and investing in businesses, events and relationships that I believe in and want to see succeed. So, when the opportunity came up to sponsor Adviserly’s boutique lawyer event, it was an easy decision for me…
Read MoreOutsourcing changed my life: how I grew my business and reclaimed time through delegation
A 2023 study reported that 70% of UK small business owners take fewer than 20 days off each year. That’s eight days below the UK’s statutory annual leave entitlement. It will be no surprise to fellow business owners that we are such a hardworking group, often working more hours and taking fewer breaks. However, it’s not sustainable,…
Read MoreHow to organise your law firm in 5 easy steps
There’s a quote I love by Benjamin Franklin: “FOR EVERY MINUTE SPENT ORGANISING, AN HOUR IS EARNED” It really sums up the return on your investment when you dedicate time to organisation. Plus, given that Franklin’s achievements included being a Founding Father of the US, the first postmaster general, a writer, scientist, inventor, diplomat, publisher…
Read MoreEssential tips and tools to help you work remotely with a Virtual Assistant (VA)
A VA, or in our case a virtual “Legal PA” as we like to call ourselves can help with your law firm’s admin, organisation, and processes. However, if you haven’t worked with a remote team member before, you may have concerns about practicalities. Here are my top tips and tools for hassle-free and high-performing remote-working…
Read More5 signs you’re ready to outsource to a legal VA
When you run a legal business, either as a solo entrepreneur or heading up a small firm, workloads can often feel overwhelming. The days of having your own PA may feel like a distant memory and when you work for yourself all the admin falls on your desk. But how do you know when workloads…
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