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Knowledge
A selection of great tools, business guides and articles to help make your business a success
Starting out
So you’re ready to go it alone, but what company set up is best for you? What tax implications do you need to be aware of? And just how do you come up with the right name? We’ve got the guidance you need.
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Starting a limited company
by Calum Morrison and Laura Hughes
Freelancing for beginners
by Nick Chowdrey
Crunch Chorus Stories: Ruth Bradshaw, Transformational Energy Coach and Animal Communicator
Transformational energy coach and animal communicator, Ruth Bradshaw, discusses working from a log cabin, appearing on This Morning, and leaving egotistical managers behind.
Disciplinary procedures: common mistakes made by employers
Some dismissals can be fair if the employer follows their disciplinary procedures correctly, but some dismissals are automatically unfair.
Self Assessment Q&A for Hermes drivers
Missed our Self Assessment webinar for Hermes drivers? Don't worry, the recordingis available to view - we also recorded a Q&A to answer your questions.
Freelancers and coffee – why the love affair?
How and why do so many freelancers end up turning into obsessed coffee lovers? What is it about coffee that suits the self-employed life? We take a look.
When Terms and Conditions bite back
A look at four bizarre occasions where not paying due attention to their own small print came back to haunt large businesses.
Trust and confidence – what does it really mean and what happens when it breaks down?
We take a close look at terms within contracts of employment, most specifically Trust and Confidence, and what this means for small businesses?
What is a director service address and why do I need one?
As anyone is able to see the director service address on the public record, many people prefer to provide an alternative to their home address.
Probationary period myths busted
If your Employer does not follow a disciplinary procedure to dismiss you, & a disciplinary procedure is contractual, they may be in breach of contract.
What is Pension Automatic Enrolment (PAE), how does it affect small businesses?
The government introduced pension automatic enrolment (PAE), also known as auto-enrolment, in order to encourage more people to save for their retirement.
How to set up a home office (without breaking the bank)
Setting-up a home office may seem like a big task, but it doesn’t have to set you back big bucks. Read our top tips to setting up on a tight budget.
What are my main employment rights as an employee, worker or freelancer?
Whether you're a freelancer, contractor or employee, you're still protected to a variety of workers rights. Our guide explores the law around this.
Written Statements, contracts, and changing terms in your contract
If the change to your contract of employment is forced on you without agreement, you may be able to make a claim at Employment Tribunal.
Flexible working and the right to request time off for training
From June 30th 2014, all employees will have the right to request flexible working if they have 26 weeks service. How will this affect small businesses?
Becoming self-employed – 13 things to consider before going freelance
Thinking about leaving your job and becoming self-employed? Ask yourself these questions first to help you decide if this is the right career move for you.
Crunch Chorus Stories: Vicki Jakes, Freelance Digital Marketing Consultant
Vicki Jakes – a freelance digital project and marketing consultant – opens up about going self-employed, the challenges she's faced and her future goals.
Tools and resources
We've collated a selection of free tools and resources for you to help make running your business a breeze. With everything from software to templates you can work out your take home pay, chase that unpaid invoice and calculate your IR35.
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