What is admin really costing your business? A case for outsourcing a PA
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What is admin really costing your business? A case for outsourcing a PA

November 11, 2026 by Hour Hands
How many hours did you spend on admin last week? According to UK SME Business Barometer 2026* the average UK business owner spends around 11 hours a week on admin…
Why hot-desking might be the smartest move for your small business
Hot Desking

Why hot-desking might be the smartest move for your small business

October 27, 2026 by Hour Hands
For many Hertfordshire-based small businesses or solopreneurs working from home, an office is a luxury overhead that cannot be justified. But hot-desking might be the smartest move for your business…
Why a Bookkeeping and Business Support Company Became a B Corp
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Why a Bookkeeping and Business Support Company Became a B Corp

October 16, 2026 by Hour Hands
A few weeks ago, we announced that we are a certified B Corporation. Since then, we’ve shared more about our certification journey and what it means, and thank you to…
The Human + AI Advantage: Why the best executive support combines both
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The Human + AI Advantage: Why the best executive support combines both

October 06, 2026 by Hour Hands
Will AI eventually replace the need for an executive assistant? We say a resounding ‘no’ – we need the skills that only a human can bring to the role. We…
What to look for in an Executive Assistant in the Age of AI
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What to look for in an Executive Assistant in the Age of AI

September 30, 2026 by Hour Hands
If you’re recruiting an executive assistant at the moment, take another look at your job specification. It’s highly likely that it still asks for many of the same skills as…
Hour Hands is a certified B Corporation. Here’s what this means.
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Hour Hands is a certified B Corporation. Here’s what this means.

September 15, 2026 by Hour Hands
We are proud to share that we are now a certified B Corporation. This is official recognition of the way that Hour Hands works. We’re honest, care for our team,…