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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
Making the move from permanent to contracting? Consider this checklist
The decision to jump from a permanent ship to a freelance raft isn’t one best taken in haste. Here's what you should ponder before taking the plunge.
How to register as self-employed
Planning on registering yourself as self-employed? Here are the boxes you need to tick to make sure you stay in HMRC’s good books.
Work stress – how to deal with it when self-employed
Sometimes it seems the to-do list is never ending. And a never-ending to-do list often leads to stress. Here's what you can do to help yourself cope with stress as a freelancer, contractor, or small business owner.
Do you call yourself a consultant or a contractor (and why does it matter)?
What the difference between a Consultant or Contractor? It can make a huge impact to your prestige, and your pay. Here's an explanation of the differences.
Want to break free(lance)?
Want to break free...lance? Learn about escaping your boring job, breaking free and going freelance with lessons from five Queen bangers.
Six utterly bizarre crowdfunding successes
Scared of asking for money? Just remember some guy gained £42k for a potato salad. And that's not the weirdest thing on this list of crowdfunding successes.
Health and safety for the self-employed
When you're self-employed, health and safety in the workplace isn't always at the forefront of your mind - but it should be.
Am I an employee, a freelancer or a worker?
It might sound simple, but being self-employed can lead you to this question when you are working with clients. It's important to know, so we explore.
What are the main advantages of a limited company?
Many take the sole trader route when starting a business, but there are huge benefits associated with setting up a limited company.
What is a contractor?
A Contractor provides services to a specific client under specific terms. Here's what defines a contractor, and what rights you have when working as one.
How to set up a small business while working on the side
Are you interested in a spot of moonlighting alongside your regular job? Our guide gives you the lowdown on how you can go about this and the pros and cons.
Land your dream gig with the ultimate contractor CV
Grab our free contractor CV templates and get the day rate your deserve, including tips, tricks and best practice from a professional CV writer!
Should you turn your hobby into a career?
"If there's always biscuits in the tin, where’s the fun in biscuits?" Find out if the decision to turn your hobby into a career is the right one for you.
Self-employed support Facebook group launched by Crunch Chorus
Join the Crunch Chorus Facebook group today to share advice, experience, and make new connections. For friendly freelancers, contractors, & the self-employed.
What is a benefit in kind?
Benefits in kind are benefits that employees or directors receive from their company which aren’t included in their salary or wages. They’re also sometimes called ‘perks’ or ‘fringe benefits’. Not all benefits in kind are treated in the same way by the tax system, so here's what you need to know.
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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