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Important tax dates for your freelance calendar
Posted on 18th January 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
As a self-employed professional, one thing that will always need to be prioritised is your Self Assessment tax return, which is due by 31 January each year. There is an automatic penalty of £100 if y...
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6 ways to avoid the January blues in 2021
Posted on 13th January 2021 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
Going back to work after a few weeks of relaxation, indulgence and festive celebrations can be daunting. By January many of us are spent up, the weather is gloomy and after the highs of Christmas, ...
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10 New Year’s Resolution ideas for Freelancers and Contractors
Posted on 28th December 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
For freelancers, contractors and the self-employed, the beginning of a new year is the perfect time to assess your business goals and work routine. Getting caught up in a raft of day-to-day tasks, ...
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Six strange things you can insure
Posted on 23rd December 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
Most of us buy insurance for holidays, homes, cars, life protection, and if you’re a self-employed freelancer or contractor, for your business too. But there are some things a bit more out of the...
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The insurance safety net for the engineering sector
Posted on 14th December 2020 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
As an engineering contractor your clients trust you and your specialist expertise to get things right for their businesses. That’s why the engineering sector needs an insurance safety net it can rel...
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10 great job boards for contractors
Posted on 11th December 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
Online job boards can be a great way of finding work opportunities for contractors. Depending on what industry you work in and the level of experience you have, some job boards may work better for...
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Women in engineering: What’s it like to work in a male dominated industry?
Posted on 9th December 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
Engineering in the UK is predominantly considered a man’s profession, but could this be set to change? We spoke with three female engineers, Penny, Laura and Emily, to find out more about their e...
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How to successfully freelance for agencies and create award-winning designs with Kate Henderson
Posted on 4th December 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
Illustration by Leigh West. As part of our Meet The Freelancer series of blogs, we interview many freelance professionals from a range of industries. This month we meet award-winning freelance...
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How will the Spending Review affect you?
Posted on 3rd December 2020 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, announced the Spending Review on November 25th, which outlined the Government’s plans for spending and investment in hospitals, schools and other public ser...
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Dividends and dividend tax rates for the self-employed: what do I need to know?
Posted on 17th November 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
For some self-employed people who work through a limited company, paying themselves through dividends can be a more tax efficient option. What is a dividend? A dividend is the distribution of pr...
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Furlough and Self-Employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) extended
Posted on 11th November 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
The chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has confirmed that both support schemes for employees and the self-employed will be extended following the announcement of a second lockdown. The job support scheme whi...
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Why employing freelancers boosts business productivity, profit and employment growth
Posted on 3rd November 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
When at least 11% of freelancers make up a business’s workforce, productivity increases, a recent study has found. Research by Trinity Business School and the University of Derby has found that c...
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How to become a published health author with dietitian Chris Cheyette
Posted on 19th October 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
As part of our Meet The Freelancer series of blogs, we interview many freelance professionals from a range of industries. This month we meet London based dietitian, author and publisher Chris Che...
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How hypnotherapist Nick Davies uses his skills to help GB athletes succeed and grow his freelance business
Posted on 14th October 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
As part of our Meet The Freelancer series of blogs, we interview many freelance professionals from a range of industries. This month we meet Coventry based hypnotherapist, psychotherapist and body ...
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Could Wales become a world leader in marine energy?
Posted on 12th October 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
Marine energy in Wales could create 3,000 jobs over the next 10 years. Plans to develop Wales marine renewable energy is expected to create 3,000 jobs over the next 10 years, which could mean more ...
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