With more and more people now choosing to forge their own path and become self-employed workers, it’s a financial risk that growing numbers of people are starting to take. It’s estimated that around 15 per cent of the UK workforce is now self-employed. The report suggests that as this number grows, more support is needed… Continue reading How you can avoid debt as a self-employed worker
Profit is arguably the main indicator of business performance and every small business needs to know how to calculate profit to understand their company position. You may have started your business with good intentions based around a passion of yours, however, all this can be for nothing unless you make enough profit to keep it… Continue reading How to make a profit as a small business owner
If you run your own business, you’re probably already beginning to look ahead to next year. It might seem early for some but now is a great time to assess your business and plan objectives for 2020. But where do you start and what should be the things you prioritise moving forward? Tax Deadlines Starting… Continue reading The best ways to prepare for 2020 if you’re self-employed
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
Hiring someone to work with you or for you can be a difficult process, making sure they get paid shouldn’t be. This is a vital part of having a company or any form of employee working for you as not being able to pay people promptly or consistently will be a major reason for them… Continue reading Payroll Basics for Small Business Owners
As a small business owner or independent worker, it’s unlikely that you will have a dedicated accounting team on hand to help out and control all your necessary financial obligations. Due to this, these tasks will usually fall on you, the small business owner. A task that can often cause problems as well as being… Continue reading The invoicing apps that will make your life easier
Finding the right bank for your business is one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make as an entrepreneur. You want to find a financial institution that has a history of supporting small businesses and allowing them to thrive and develop. Depending on what it is your business does and what you need… Continue reading Financial advice for small businesses
If you run a small business and employ members of staff then you are already well aware of how difficult it can be to attract and retain top talent. From encouraging the right people to apply for your roles to fostering a company worth joining, small businesses are finding it increasingly hard to compete with… Continue reading How to attract top talent as a small business
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