The London Executive Assistant’s Guide to Stress-Free City Living
The London Executive Assistant’s Guide to Stress-Free City Living
London is a vibrant city of opportunity, though its pace can be relentless and the demands on venues and services often outstrip availability. Even the most seasoned professionals find themselves stretched—navigating bookings and unpredictable logistics, alongside the pressure of keeping everything running seamlessly behind the scenes at home, alongside their own demanding work schedules.
The difference between surviving and thriving in the capital? It’s not about more effort—it’s about intelligent planning and insider contacts.
Here’s how our clients live and work in London with confidence, clarity and far less stress.
1. Dining Out, Without the Drama
The venue’s been chosen, guests confirmed—only to find the next available table isn’t for weeks. London’s best restaurants are always in demand, but with the right strategy, you won’t need to compete.
How Others Navigate It:
✔ Use OpenTable or TheFork to monitor standard availability
✔ Pick up the phone – Last-minute availability isn’t always reflected online. A courteous, well-timed call can do wonders
✔ Be strategic – Midweek or slightly off-peak bookings often yield better results than Friday night at 8
Or… Allow Consider it Done to Arrange It.
Our Dining Concierge holds long-standing relationships with many of the city’s top dining spots. We secure bookings discretely, even when the restaurant shows full, manage your preferences, and can often arrange a complimentary glass of fizz on arrival. Thoughtful touches to impress your guests. Seamless planning. All handled for you.
2. Transport and Parking, Simplified
From finding a parking space in Mayfair to travelling to appointments across town on time, moving around in London can be more complex than it should.
Standard Practice:
✔ Apps like JustPark and Parkopedia help reserve parking in advance
✔ A handful of hotels (The Connaught, Claridge’s) offer valet services
✔ A trusted car service or part-time driver to alleviate daily pressure
Or… Let Consider it Done take the Reins.
We coordinate it all—pre-booked parking, complex pickups or meet and greets. Whether it's the school run, a client dinner or Heathrow at 7am, your transport arrives when and where it should, and handles the baggage, all without fuss.
3. Inspired Gifts, Thoughtfully Handled
From client gifts to meaningful family presents, the perfect gift says more than words can. Yet, sourcing exactly the right one—on time and beautifully presented—is often where time and imaginative ideas run out.
Where People Start:
✔ Trawl through gifting platforms or browse luxury stores online
✔ Track down bespoke items (if time allows)
✔ Wait until the perfect gift comes along – and live with the fact that it arrives late
Or… Let Consider it Done Do the Thinking for You.
Gifting is one of our signature strengths. We hand-select ingenious ideas tailored to the recipient and occasion, wrap with elegance, and ensure the gift arrives at just the right moment for maximum impact. From rare finds to classics, every gift feels considered and meaningful.
4. Last-Minute Plans, Without the Panic
London thrives on spontaneity. But so often, the best events in music, theatre or sport are booked out before you’ve even heard of them. Access and timing are everything.
The Usual Options:
✔ Follow a wide range of social media accounts for late-release tickets or concert announcements
✔ Rely on favours, or last minute private ticket sales
✔ Resign yourself to the fact your favourite gigs are gone and choose alternatives
Or… Let Consider it Done Unlock the Experience.
We access music events, sporting fixtures, and private viewings - often before they’re made public. We leverage our network, while you revel in the result. No chasing. No stress. Just calmly arranged occasions which fall into place effortlessly and you’ll remember forever.
5. Milestone Events, Beautifully Managed
Big birthdays. Graduations. Anniversaries. Family reunions. The kind of occasions which deserve to be marked with something exceptional—though often become compromised because of time constraints.
Typical Approaches:
✔ Attempt to think of and manage everything alongside pressurised work commitments
✔ Engage multiple suppliers without a central coordinator
✔ Accept something a little less than special
Or… Ask Consider it Done to Curate the Entire Occasion.
We plan, coordinate and execute elegant celebrations to reflect your vision (and beyond). From sourcing a venue and caterer, to briefing the DJ and handling RSVPs, we’re in the background ensuring nothing is missed. So you can relax and indulge in the moment with the people who mean the most in your life.
6. Your Home, Quietly Under Control
Behind every seamless home life is a series of well-timed actions—none of which should fall to you.
How Most Households Try to Manage:
✔ Use shared calendars and reminders (if there’s time to set them up)
✔ Keep lists of home fixes and notes about tradespeople in different places
✔ React when something breaks down, or live with the frustration of things which don’t work
Or… Let Consider it Done Manage it All.
We schedule regular maintenance, manage tradespeople, re-stock supplies, oversee seasonal wardrobe changes and Spring Cleaning to keep the flow of your home smooth and stress-free. The dog groomer, the broadband upgrade, the boiler service, the laundry collection, the MOT—it’s all pre-planned and professionally handled to lift the weight from your shoulders.
You Don’t Need to Do It All. You Just Need the Right Support.
Our clients are sharp, capable and in control—and recognise that delegating the legwork is the secret to success in the City.
With Consider it Done as your discrete behind-the-scenes partner, London living becomes less about running to keep up, and more about enjoying the success you’ve built.
Ready to experience a quieter, smarter version of life in the Capital?