Increased orders could see employment opportunities rise
Demand for freelancers and limited company contractors could be set to increase because British firms are starting to see their order books swell once more.
View ArticleTime management is a key issue for freelancers
Time management and chasing up invoices are the most difficult parts of being a freelancer
View ArticleSole traders need to give themselves a break from time to time
Being able to work for yourself is a dream situation for millions of people, but far too many sole traders fall into the trap of letting their work dominate their lives
View ArticleSocial media is a must for contractors
Contractors should ensure that they have a strong presence on social media platforms if they wish to maximise employment opportunities
View ArticleEconomic climate has brought about a rise in female sole traders and freelancers
The economic downturn has enabled a large number of women to break away from normal work and start up on their own as sole traders and freelancers.
View ArticlePayment system launched for sole traders on the move
A new payment system is set to be launched on the UK which will allow sole traders and other small companies to take credit and debit card payments using a mobile phone.
View ArticleSole traders live in fear of tax mistakes
Sole traders and small business owners live in constant fear of having problems with HM Revenue & Customs, a new study suggests.
View ArticleAnother body bangs the drum for social media
Last week Executives Online waxed lyrical about the benefits of social media websites like Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn to freelancers and sole traders looking for new contracts.
View ArticleCreating the perfect home office is of the utmost importance to freelancers
Behind every good freelancer is a good home office.
View ArticleHMRC plans clamp down on doctors dodging tax
Some doctors and dentists are set to find themselves in the firing line of Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs (HMRC) as the governmental department attempts to crack down on people who have evaded or...
View ArticleHMRC should have one big campaign rather than many small ones
The HMRC should look to put in place a campaign that encourages people whose tax affairs are not up to date to come forward for a solution rather than launching targeted campaigns every few weeks.
View ArticleSmall firms should be freed from regulation, say MPs
A group of Tory MPs has said that some small limited companies should be freed from stringent employment regulations.
View ArticleFreelancers bubbling with confidence
The majority of freelance professionals are confident that the next 12 months will bring them a wealth of new opportunities for contracts.
View ArticleGetting advice is imperative for any new freelancer
While you may have moved into the world of being a freelancer or sole trader with a confident attitude and a sound business plan, it is imperative that you get some advice from someone who is...
View ArticleFreelancers and sole traders are wasting money on bank charges
There are many things to think about when taking the plunge and becoming a freelancer or sole trader but one thing that is often overlooked is banking requirements.
View ArticleOnline resource aims to draw more people to freelancing
The days of clocking in and out of work at set times could become a thing of the past for many people if a new online venture takes off.
View ArticleSole trader numbers soar
The last few years may well have been testing times for the majority of businesses, but at the same time the climate seems to have empowered many people to set up on their own as a sole trader.
View ArticleSole traders hampered by poor internet access
More than half of sole traders and small firms are having their business hindered by below par internet access, a new report has claimed.
View ArticleFreelancers should trust their gut instincts
One the best things a freelancer or sole trader can posses is sharp senses.
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