Virtual Assistant

A Little Bit About Me

Hi, I’m Elaine Keohane, founder of Ellie Tasks and a proud mother of two. Based in Cork, I embarked on my solopreneur journey in 2021 after spending my entire adult life as an employee. While I learned a lot during those years, I always knew I was destined for something different.

During maternity leave with my son, I pursued a Diploma in Business Management, which sparked my passion for understanding how businesses operate. In May 2022, I earned a certificate in Civil Litigation, and more recently, I achieved my Lean Sigma Green Belt Certification. I’ve always believed there’s no single path in life, and my thirst for knowledge has allowed me to work with incredible people across various industries.

I started Ellie Tasks as a Virtual Assistant while still working full-time, knowing it would be a challenge. The long hours and steep learning curve were worth it because less than a year in, I realised this was what I had been waiting for.

In April 2022, I left my 16-year position to pursue this dream full-time.

Starting from scratch gave me a deep understanding of the challenges small businesses face. I’ve been in their shoes—navigating inefficiencies, juggling endless tasks, and struggling to find time for growth. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping solopreneurs and small teams streamline their operations and create systems that work for them, not against them.

My Approach
I specialise in helping businesses implement LEAN systems, automate recurring processes, and improve client journeys. By focusing on efficiency and scalability, I help you reclaim your time and achieve sustainable growth. I firmly believe that a small investment in the right systems can go a long way toward transforming your business.

The advice I often give my clients is this:

  • Automate what you can: Free up your time for what truly matters.
  • Invest in systems: A little upfront effort can deliver huge returns in efficiency and growth.
  • Seek outside perspective: Sometimes, having someone who isn’t in your business review your processes can be the key to unlocking new opportunities.

I’m deeply passionate about empowering business owners to succeed, and nothing brings me greater joy than seeing my clients achieve their goals with confidence and ease.

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What My Clients Say

We are so grateful for the support you have offered us, as a start up the tasks and quantity of them vary from month to month. You have been so flexible with us and also totally understand our vision and offer valuable insights beyond what we have asked.

Thanks so much!
Michelle O' Keeffe
Director - Platform55
I really appreciate that we have created a real connection, and I can be very upfront about what is going on personally and with the business. I also feel that we communicate well - and respect the boundaries as well. I appreciate your engagement and responsiveness, and your ability to go away and investigate / find out things!
Treasa Fitzgibbon
The Career Activist
Elaine, you're a godsend to our team. Being able to pass tasks over to you knowing that you'll turn them around quickly and efficiently takes a weight off our shoulders and allows us to focus on strategic aspects of the business. You're a valuable part of the team and I look forward to growing your role within the business. Thank you for everything that you do for us.
Tracy Gunn
Director - Platform55

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