Business Owners Just Can't Keep Away from Work During Their Holidays

The school holidays spur thousands of Brits to travel overseas for a well-deserved work break, but is the whole point of a vacation being lost in translation? According to research by Peninsula, small business owners are struggling to cut ties with work during their holidays. More than three quarters of owner-managers respond to work emails whilst on vacation and two thirds admit to contacting the office every day. 58% of small business owners have even rowed with their partners over being in contact with work during their holidays.

We understand that it is difficult for small business owners to properly switch off from work. Nevertheless it’s important for every worker to get some time off, even if that does mean leaving the employees to go it alone. Reduce your workload so you can spend less time on your phone and more time with your family. Here are the best time-saving and cost-effective services to help you through your holidays.

Telephone answering services

Don’t be bogged down with constant calls, give us some of your baggage by taking a virtual office. With a professional virtual receptionist, you won’t have to worry about missing another call. All of your calls will be answered by a friendly, highly trained team member. You can view your messages at any time through your email or using our online platform. With a phone answering services you can choose who you want to talk to, at a time that is convenient to you.

Mail scanning services

Keep in the loop with work without doing any of the hard work. Don’t waste time calling your office, by opting for mail scanning services you can see all of your mail items on your mobile. 

Fancy yourself some time off this summer? Sign up for a virtual office today!