Posts by: Barry Hunt
When does a hobby or side hustle become a business?
Do you have a hobby or side hustle which is starting to earn you some extra income? Before you start spending the money, have you...
How to unlock the potential of your people
Member profile: Martin John Training Would you like to increase your business profits without hiring additional staff? Could you optimise...
Is There Value in Peer Advisory Support from Fellow CEOs?
We’ve all heard the phrase “it’s lonely at the top”, and in 2020 chief executives have faced unparalleled pressure from issues such...
Considering offering an apprenticeship? Read this first
Offering an apprenticeship has never looked so appealing, but before you start hiring you need to know exactly what you are getting into....
HMRC investigation: don’t panic, read our essential guide
The words ‘HMRC investigation’ are enough to make the heart of every business owner miss a beat. Your mind conjures up images of men in...
National Insurance: what are the contributions for 2021-22?
This year sees Easter, a festival celebrating birth and renewal, coinciding with the arrival of new National Insurance thresholds. So has...
Everything you need to know about SEISS — the self-employment grant
Self-employed workers are celebrating the Chancellor’s decision to extend the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS), meaning more...
Should I take a salary or a dividend? Weigh up the pros and cons
Earning an income from your business is not as straightforward as it sounds, as there are a variety of options available, including...
Every business owner should read these tips for chasing payments
Late payments lead to cash flow issues which can cripple or even kill a small business — so how can you ensure that you successfully...
Voluntary Disclosure: Is it Good to Talk to HMRC?
If you thought that the taxman knows everything, you’re wrong. Even with all the digital tools at its disposal, the HMRC still relies on...
