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How to Know When It’s Time to Hire an Assistant

There’s that moment that happens somewhere between answering emails at midnight and having only had coffee for dinner. You glance at your to-do list — the one that’s now more of a novel — and think, “This ain’t it!”

That moment? That’s the angel in your ear telling you that it’s time to hire an assistant.

At Agency Maison, we believe the right assistant doesn’t just bring order to the chaos in your life — they elevate it to new heights. Creating breathing room, bringing back your rhythmic flow, and making you wonder how you ever lived without them.  How do you realize when you’ve reached that point? Read below on some signs to look out for.

1. Your Day Starts Before Sunrise — and Ends After Midnight

Do you find yourself working before your first sip of coffee and still sending “quick” emails before bed? You’re not being productive — you’re being stretched thin.

A great assistant will protect your time like a bodyguard with a clipboard.  Filtering the noise, prioritizing what moves the needle, and making sure your mornings start with clarity — not disorder.

2. You’re the Bottleneck

If you’re finding that tasks are starting to pile up because you haven’t sent the follow-up, replied to the vendor, or sent out that calendar invite, you’re no longer just leading — you’re clogging the drain.

A proficient assistant becomes your momentum multiplier, keeping projects moving, communications clear, and your reputation as reliable as your coffee order.

3. Details 

Remembering  client milestones, conference dates, and your favorite vendor’s birthday used to be a breeze.However, now you’re forgetting lunch, names, and — occasionally — what day it is.

Your assistant will live for the details. They notice the smallest things, anticipate your needs, and manage life’s spinning wheel with grace and discretion.

4. Spending More Time Managing Tasks 

Leaders lead. Creators create. But if you’re spending hours on menial tasks like booking travel, juggling calendars, and hunting for loose documents, your energy is not being well spent.

An assistant will reclaim your bandwidth. Handling all logistics so you can return to strategy and innovation. 

5. You’re Not Present

Do you feel like you’re achieving more than ever, but your personal life is on the struggle bus?  An afterthought. Missed dinners.Forgotten date nights.

The right assistant will  give you your life back. Helping you maintain balance.

You’ll know it’s time to hire an assistant when:

  • You’re rarely productive, but busy.

  • Your calendar is managing you.

  • You crave clarity and structure

When that moment comes, don’t wait. The right assistant won’t just change your workflow — they’ll change your life.

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