My Autumn Reset: Finding Your Blend in Business and Wellbeing 🍂
There’s something about this time of year that always feels like a fresh start.
Maybe it’s the reminiscence of school days: the crisp new notebooks, freshly sharpened pencils, and the hope that this would be the year you’d master joined up handwriting (cursive to the younger generation). I had a beloved novelty rubber collection (erasers, if we’re being proper). Each September, I’d start the term with a new, thoughtfully named one: Tina Turtle, Fergal Sharkey are the ones that spring to mind… yes, I’ve just aged myself there.
September always brings me that sense of renewal and a fresh start.
Yet, this year - it feels bigger.
IzzWhizz VA is stepping into its third year, and I’ve been reflecting on what’s worked, what’s shifted, and where I want to go next.
Where Izz Whizz VA Is Evolving
Over the past year (possibly more), my work has gone beyond classic VA support. I’ve been helping founders audit their systems, streamline their operations and explore new ways of working with generative AI.
Over the summer, though, I reflected on something important:
I don’t want to be busy for the sake of being busy. The time is right to simplify and focus on where I can make the greatest impact: helping founders build businesses that run smoothly even when they’re not there and setting them up to be ‘VA ready’.
Finding My Blend: Business & Wellbeing
Running a growing business, supporting multiple clients, and taking on new opportunities can quickly become overwhelming - especially when you’re a founder juggling everything. Without strong boundaries and rituals, burnout can sneak up on you.
This year, I’ve built a reset routine that’s helping me recharge, stay focused, and keep showing up at my best:
Daily stretching, walking, a skincare routine, whole foods, and plenty of water
Twice-weekly yoga sessions with The Nest Yoga & Wellness - a true sanctuary in my busy week
Monthly facials and massages with Rach’s Beauty - rituals I now see as essential
Quarterly sound baths with The Luna Flow - deep rest with like-minded souls. Bliss.
Once upon a time, I’d have seen these as indulgences. Now I know they’re investments. Caring for myself means I make clearer decisions, manage my energy better, and show up fully for my clients.
Your Turn: What’s Your Autumn Reset?
This season, I’m blending business reflection with personal wellbeing to set myself up for clarity, focus, and sustainable growth. It’s already shaping how I support my clients heading into Q4.
I’d love to know:
What’s on your autumn ritual list? What helps you reset, recharge, and prepare for what’s ahead? Let me know.
And if your reset has you thinking about your business strategy - how to simplify, outsource, and create more breathing room in your week, my waitlist is open for my WhizzWise Power Hour where we discuss what’s on your plate, on your mind and take a look at your systems and processes together. You take away actionable insights and a clearer mind! Reach me at isabelle@izzwhizzva.co.uk to talk more.
Here’s to fresh notebooks, full cups, and never growing out of novelty erasers.
Izz Whizz VA is a freelance, premium business support service truly invested in partnering with your business giving you space and peace of mind to grow and succeed. We support purpose led founders, legal professionals and small team/solo trade mark law practices.
Please contact us at isabelle@izzwhizzva.co.uk if you would like to arrange a free, no obligation consultation about how outsourced support could enhance your business.
