Talking Money Matters with Kate from Alex
Many of us bury our heads in the sand when it comes to thinking about our finances. You’ve probably heard the term ‘Financial Adviser’ before and like many, thought it was for the extremely rich to get advice on when to buy their next yacht or whether to remortgage their 10th house.
What are payments on account?
Payments on account are tax payments made twice a year by self-employed people to spread the cost of the year’s tax. They're calculated based on your previous year’s tax bill, and are due in two instalments.
Why Taking a Break Can Be Good for Business
We all need to rest – it’s just the way humans are built. Our brains, our bodies, they’re capable of amazing things in the face of adversity, but taking care of both pays off.
It might sound counterintuitive to say that the most important part of work is rest. So why is taking a break the most important thing to focus on? We’ll tell you.
How to turn your side hustle into your career
How do you turn your side hustle into a full-time experience that actually pays off? That's the question forever on the mind of anyone with a passion project. Transforming a kitchen table endeavour into a dream career is no easy feat but there are plenty of success stories that prove it's totally possible.
The Importance of Community when you’re Self Employed
Taking the leap into self employment can be daunting. Co-Working centres provide a sense of community whilst letting you connect with like minded people. I caught up with Jess Berry, founder of The Co-Working Club to find out more.
Surviving the pandemic as a sole trader
The pandemic has affected all of us in some way or another but for some the impact on their business has been hard. With smaller businesses falling through the cracks for support, I caught up with Nadia Harper to learn how she pivoted her business over the last 6 months.
Choosing the right accountant for your business
Choosing the right accountant can be a really important decision for your business. It’s should be a good fit and you should have a great working relationship.
Sole trader vs. Limited Company?
Deciding on a business structure can be a daunting experience. Here are some key things to consider.
How to start a business from scratch
It takes self-confidence to become a female entrepreneur but knowing how to start a business from scratch can be challenging for anyone.