Think a Personal Assistant is Too Expensive? Think Again
- sherrietraveling
- Oct 16
- 2 min read
When you hear the phrase “personal assistant,” you may think it’s a luxury reserved for executives or celebrities. It feels out of reach, and maybe even unnecessary. But for busy professionals trying to balance demanding careers, families, and personal lives, having a personal assistant isn’t about extravagance—it’s about reclaiming time, reducing decision fatigue, and making space for what matters most.
The Real Cost of Doing It All Yourself
Every errand, every appointment to schedule, every meal plan to figure out—those small tasks add up. They drain mental energy, stretch your day, and often spill over into the time you’d rather spend with your family, friends, or even just yourself.
The truth is: when you’re spending hours each week on tasks someone else could manage, you’re paying with your most valuable resources—your time, your focus, and your peace of mind.
Fewer Decisions, Less Mental Load
Research shows that the more small decisions we make in a day, the less energy we have for the bigger ones. By outsourcing routine responsibilities—like grocery shopping, coordinating schedules, or home maintenance tasks—you cut down the noise. Suddenly, your brain has room for the creative, strategic, or meaningful work that only you can do.
The Smart Investment: Saving Time, Energy, and Even Money
Hiring a personal assistant is about shifting your investment. Imagine if you had an extra five to ten hours each week. What could you do with that time?
Spend it with your kids without multitasking
Focus on billable work instead of errands
Rest and recharge so you show up sharper and calmer at work
And let’s not forget—when tasks are done efficiently and on time, you avoid costly mistakes like missed appointments, late fees, or forgotten deadlines.
Practical Personal Assistant Support, Tailored to You
At Simply Golden Solutions, I focus on practical, everyday support that makes life easier and less stressful. That might mean running errands, managing household responsibilities, handling meal planning and grocery shopping, or helping coordinate busy schedules. These aren’t glamorous services—they’re smart solutions designed to give busy professionals more breathing room in their lives.
The Bottom Line
You don’t need to be a CEO to benefit from having a personal assistant. You just need to value your time and recognize that you don’t have to do it all alone. The return on investing in support is simple: more energy, more focus, and more time for the things that actually matter to you.
If you’re ready to see what it feels like to take some of that weight off your shoulders and you are in Central Iowa, I’d love to help. Together, we can identify the tasks that drain your time and energy and create a plan that works for your life.




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