48% of UK companies outsource work in 2023, with an increase of 41% since the pandemic
Analysing datasets from Deloitte, IBISWorld and YouGov, SpareMyTime reveals that global spending on outsourcing could hit £571 billion by the end of the year, with nearly half (48%) of UK companies now outsourcing their work. These figures show a huge acceleration since the pandemic, growing 41% since 2019.
Melissa Reveals Six Reasons Why Outsourcing is a Better Solution than Hiring in 2023
As businesses embark on the journey of scaling up, their needs inevitably shift, demanding increased capacity in different areas. Here are my 6 reasons to outsource rather than to recruit in 2023 1. Lower Risk: The intricate process of finding the perfect fit during recruitment is undeniably complex. By entrusting the task to a specialised […]
5 Jobs A Virtual Assistant Can Do Better Than You (Probably)
Lots of business owners are hesitant to hire virtual support. Some worry that virtual employees aren’t skilled enough, while others believe in-person employees work harder than remote employees. However both of these statements are rarely accurate. In fact, various studies have found that remote employees work harder than in-person employees! Virtual assistants are also normally […]
Outsourcing Tips For Your Business
Outsourcing is more popular than ever before, and it isn’t hard to see why. A recent study found that remote work is successful for over 80% of companies, and it also allows business owners to save money by reducing office space. But how do small business owners find the best remote employees? After all, there […]
Why you should think about hiring a VA – Part 2
In part one of this mini blog series, I focused on the ‘why’ – why you should consider hiring a virtual assistant (VA), and the ‘how’ – how do you know when and what to outsource to your VA? In part two I want to focus on how to find the right VA for you and how […]
Why you should think about hiring a VA – Part 1
Delegating and outsourcing is key to growing a business. While small business owners are known for being masters of everything, the key to growth is focusing on what you do well and what needs your individual attention. You need to learn how to let go of that ‘do it all’ attitude and source help. Outsourcing […]