The contractors’ warchest – spend or save?
The contractors’ warchest Most Limited Company contractors or freelancers build up a warchest, to ensure they are covered financially for any breaks in contracting. Having provisions for such an occurrence makes perfect business sense, but what happens when your warchest is a rather substantial size? Should you spend or save? You’ve just started contracting […]
The top fourteen things successful people do every day – part 2
Secrets to success and productivity In our last blog we highlighted the top seven secrets to productively, as shared by 200 ultra-successful people – including a few billionaires and Olympians. As a Limited Company contractor looking to win and impress clients, you’ll find these tips useful. In this blog we look at the […]
The top fourteen things successful people do every day – part 1
What successful people owe their success to Are you a successful person? What does that even look like? How do you measure your victories and what do you do to ensure you remain successful? Whilst you may already have your own winning recipe, it’s always intriguing to know how other successful people measure their […]
Five things you might be doing on LinkedIn to lose clients…
You could be about to lose clients and not even realise… As a successful contractor that knows the importance of a well nurtured LinkedIn profile, you’ll no doubt be a regular when it comes to updating your information and communicating with past and prospective clients. But what if your current activity was doing more harm […]
When passion turns to profit – 5 reasons to become a Limited Company contractor
When passion turns to profit Becoming a Limited Company contractor may seem like a big step but, when taken properly, it’s a savvy move that could see a quantum leap in your business (and your bottom line). When you’re pursuing your passion as a contractor, operating under an Umbrella company looks like an attractive […]
Choose the best for you – go Limited
Choosing what’s right for you The possibilities of contracting are truly endless, as you are the master of your own destiny. But how do you know what your choices are and how to make the right ones, to ensure you get the most and best from contracting? Which type of professional are you? If you […]
What can you do if your client cancels your contract?
Your client cancels your contract – what now? Getting culled by a client is no fun. It can deal a huge blow to your cashflow and confidence. Whether you’re at fault or faultless, it pays to know what to do when a client calls time on your contract. In this blog, we show you […]
How to set up your Limited Company
How to set up your Limited Company If you’re ready for a change in the way you work, today is a good day to get started. Maybe you’ve been in permanent employment all your life and want to get more for your skills; or perhaps you’re already contracting but aren’t getting the most through your current […]
What is a dividend?
What is a dividend? ˈdɪvɪdɛnd/ noun 1. a sum of money paid regularly (typically annually) by a company to its shareholders out of its profits (or reserves). Janna Beeching, Director of Accounting and Tax at Intouch Accounting helps Limited Company contractors every day. Here she shares some of the more commonly asked questions she’s […]
Flaky clients – a step by step guide to dealing with late payments – Part two
Dealing with late payments – part two As a contractor or freelancer, one of your main gripes will probably be late payments from clients. They promise to adhere to your payment terms and conditions, you complete the contract on time and then payment never seems to arrive when expected… In last week’s blog we explored the […]