Featured in Digital Journal: From Redundancy to Recognition – How Sara Ilton Built a Thriving VA Business

We’re so excited to share that Assist By Sara has been featured in Digital Journal, highlighting Sara Ilton’s inspiring journey from unexpected career setback to award-winning business owner.

In the article titled “Award-Winning Entrepreneur Sara Ilton Transforms Setback into Empowering Success,” Sara opens up about how being made redundant at 28 weeks pregnant led her to launch her very own virtual assistant business that same day. Within just four weeks, she was fully booked—and Assist By Sara has only continued to grow from there.

Now, Assist By Sara is proud to support two sides of the business world:
✔️ Helping busy business owners reclaim their time with high-level VA support
✔️ Coaching women to build their own VA businesses and create flexible, fulfilling careers

The article also shares Sara’s passion for reshaping what it means to be a Virtual Assistant, breaking down old stereotypes and showing how powerful this career path can be. It’s not just admin—it’s strategy, impact and sustainability.

From winning awards to helping dozens of women launch their own businesses, Sara’s story is one of resilience, empowerment and purpose-driven success.

📖 Read the full article here:
👉 Award-Winning Entrepreneur Sara Ilton Transforms Setback into Empowering Success

And if you’re ready to start your own VA journey, or get support in your business—you’re in the right place. Contact me to get started!