FAQ: Is an On-Demand Personal Assistant Worth It?
If you have ever looked at your overflowing to-do list and wondered whether hiring help is worth it, you are not alone. Many people think personal assistants are only for CEOs or celebrities, but today’s services make support accessible, affordable and flexible for almost anyone.
In this post, we answer one of the most common questions we get:
“Is hiring an on-demand personal assistant actually worth it?”
(Spoiler: yes, and here is why.)
What is an On-Demand Personal Assistant?
An on-demand personal assistant is someone you can call on when you need help — no full-time salary, no long contracts, and no complicated onboarding. They support your day-to-day life by handling tasks like:
Booking appointments and travel
Sourcing gifts and event venues
Completing forms or paperwork
Chasing quotes or following up on bookings
Researching local services or products
With Otium Concierge, you can access this kind of support for just £120 per year plus VAT and pay as you go for the help you actually use.
Why Would I Need One?
Here are some signs a personal assistant might be right for you:
Your weekends are spent catching up on life admin
You forget simple tasks because your mind is full
You feel behind or overwhelmed by errands
You wish someone else could "just take care of it"
If any of those sound familiar, an on-demand PA can help you get ahead and feel more in control.
What Do People Use Otium For?
We have helped clients with:
Booking restaurant tables for family events
Planning holidays and organising itineraries
Finding and ordering personalised gifts
Researching schools, clubs or services
Filling out online forms or handling paperwork
Even one or two of these tasks each week can free up hours of your time.
Is It Really Worth the Cost?
At £120 per year, Otium’s service works out to just £10 a month. That is less than the price of two coffees for access to a trusted, professional assistant.
Because it is a pay-as-you-go service, you are not wasting money on hours you do not need. You only pay when you actually get something done.
How Is This Different from Hiring a Full-Time PA?
No salary or payroll
No paperwork or HR
No onboarding or training
No minimum commitments
Just simple, flexible support when you need it.
What If I’m Not Sure What to Delegate?
That is perfectly normal. Most clients start by handing over one or two everyday tasks. If you are not sure what is possible, just ask us. We are always happy to help you spot things that could come off your plate.
So, Is It Worth It?
If you value your time, want less stress and like the idea of getting your to-do list sorted without the fuss, then yes. An on-demand personal assistant is absolutely worth it.
👉 Try Otium Concierge today and make life easier, one task at a time.