There is a growing crisis among self-employed workers in the UK: pensions. According to surveys, around two-thirds of all people who work for themselves in the UK have never saved into a pension. This leaves them at a huge risk of running out of money in the later years of their life. Despite there being… Continue reading Pensions and the self-employed worker
As an independent worker - either a freelancer or small business owner - you are responsible for a great deal in your working life. This can include everything from invoicing and buying materials to dealing directly with clients and handling tax issues. With all this on your mind and taking up your working day, it… Continue reading Why independent workers need a strong online presence
From tax and sourcing clients to insurance and business structures, there are a wide array of factors you’ll need to consider and establish before setting out on your own as a freelancer. In 2001, the number of people working as a freelancer was just over 3 million, now, in 2019, the number is around 5… Continue reading The steps you will need to take to become a freelancer
Freelancers and self-employed workers are an increasingly important aspect of the UK economy, across every industry and sector. They are becoming a focal part of the UK workforce, something which is only set to rise in the upcoming years. More people are now self-employed or freelancing than ever before. As of 2019, around 5 million… Continue reading Freelance work is booming in the UK
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