So you’re due to give a presentation, and even the most seasoned presenter will tell you, preparation is key. But in this blog we explore the public speaking tips and…
Today (8th March 2017) Philip Hammond announced the Spring Budget at the House of Commons. This year’s Brexit-conscious budget will have a significant impact for SMEs, contractors, freelancers and the…
For most contractors, the VAT Flat Rate Scheme will be increasing to 16.5%. You need to consider de-registering from the VAT Flat Rate Scheme at the right time to minimise…
Whether you’ve decided 2017 is the year you’re jumping into the world of self-employment or you’ve been living the gig lifestyle for a while now, 2017 is the year that you…
The aim of all small businesses is to grow and move from success to success. While a web prescience may not be vital to your growth, we’re exploring the compelling…
Among a raft of changes unveiled in Chancellor Phillip Hammond’s 2016 Autumn Statement was an overhaul of the tax treatment employee salary sacrifice schemes.
Coworking, you’ve heard the term batted about, but do you know exactly what they are and how they could benefit your business? Whether you’re home-based as a freelancer or contractor,…
Delivered by Philip Hammond as his first and only, The Autumn Statement 2016 released in November brought with it many changes to the way we will do business going forward.
Keeping accounts can be complex, but many sole traders are committed to doing them themselves. They imagine that engaging a professional simply wouldn’t be cost-efficient, and that it will be…
Bookkeeping is one of those essential parts of doing business that few people look forward to. It can be intimidating (especially if maths isn’t your strong point) or just plain…