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Gary Lineker, the former England footballer turned broadcaster, has strategically placed his television production company, Goalhanger Films, into voluntary liquidation ahead of upcoming capital gains tax rises.

Gary Lineker liquidates Goalhanger Films ahead of capital gains tax increase

23 November 20248 November 2025 Legal Advice for Freelancers, Money & Tax for the Self-Employed, Scaling Up Your Solo Business Jamie Young 0 Comments

Gary Lineker liquidates Goalhanger Films ahead of capital gains tax increases, strategically benefiting from current tax rates while focusing on the growth of Goalhanger Podcasts.

Successful digital marketing involves constant review of your SEO, PPC campaigns and website UX, which can result in a sense akin to FOMO for marketers concerned about getting the best possible ROMI (Return on Marketing Investment).

FOMO about ROMI? How do you know when your marketing is working?

11 September 20248 November 2025 Marketing for Freelancers, Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

Successful digital marketing involves constant review of your SEO, PPC campaigns and website UX, which can result in a sense akin to FOMO for marketers concerned about getting the best possible ROMI (Return on Marketing Investment).

UK R&D tax relief enables companies undertaking innovative activities and qualifying R&D projects to claim corporation tax relief and/or tax credits on qualifying R&D expenditure.

A Disaster for Innovation – The Research and Development Relief Perfect Storm

10 September 20248 November 2025 Money & Tax for the Self-Employed, Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

UK R&D tax relief enables companies undertaking innovative activities and qualifying R&D projects to claim corporation tax relief and/or tax credits on qualifying R&D expenditure.

Huw Edwards, despite being suspended for nine months, became the BBC’s highest-paid journalist last year, earning £480,000. The BBC's annual report also revealed challenges in reaching young audiences and an increase in harassment cases.

Huw Edwards: new tribunal ruling sheds light on HR and employment law risks

2 August 20248 November 2025 Legal Advice for Freelancers, Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

BBC Director General Tim Davie faces scrutiny over handling of Huw Edwards investigation. A recent tribunal ruling highlights HR and employment law risks in dismissing employees suspected of criminal activity.

In the fast-paced world of public relations, timing is everything. As someone who has spent years navigating the intricacies of media relations and crisis management, I cannot stress enough how critical speed is when it comes to getting your name featured in news stories.

The Importance of Speed in PR: A Wake-Up Call for UK SMEs

8 July 20248 November 2025 Freelancer Opinion & Insights, Marketing for Freelancers, Scaling Up Your Solo Business Richard Alvin 0 Comments

In the fast-paced world of public relations, timing is everything. As someone who has spent years navigating the intricacies of media relations and crisis management, I cannot stress enough how critical speed is when it comes to getting your name featured in news stories.

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Safeguarding your wealth: Strategies to navigate potential labour tax changes

7 July 20248 November 2025 Money & Tax for the Self-Employed, Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

Discover effective strategies to protect your wealth from potential future tax changes under a Labour government. Learn about portfolio restructuring, inheritance planning, and other tactics to secure your financial future.

A leading VAT expert is calling on private schools to review the accounting treatment of pre-paid school fees in order to avoid huge tax charges at a later date. 

Private school fees: Schools need to act now to avoid huge tax liabilities in the future 

28 June 20248 November 2025 Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

A leading VAT expert is calling on private schools to review the accounting treatment of pre-paid school fees in order to avoid huge tax charges at a later date. 

BritishAmerican Business (BAB) has launched the latest edition of its annual Trade and Investment Guide, a crucial resource for British companies aiming to expand their operations in the United States.

Helping UK Businesses Find Success in America: BritishAmerican Business Launches New Trade and Investment Guide

6 June 20248 November 2025 Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

BritishAmerican Business launches its latest Trade and Investment Guide, providing UK companies with invaluable insights and practical advice for expanding into the diverse US market.

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How SMEs can navigate the most common financial challenges 

5 June 20248 November 2025 Freelancer Opinion & Insights, Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

Every business grapples with a diverse range of financial challenges and no company is fully protected from cash flow issues, late invoice payments, and unexpected costs. 

Philip King FCICM, former Small Business Commissioner and advisor to PKF Littlejohn Advisory, believes a ‘back to basics’ approach would help many businesses overcome the late-payment challenge.

Tackling late payment by getting back to basics

16 April 20248 November 2025 Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

Philip King FCICM, former Small Business Commissioner and advisor to PKF Littlejohn Advisory, believes a ‘back to basics’ approach would help many businesses overcome the late-payment challenge.

The new financial year is often an opportunity to get organised for the year ahead. For self-employed parents juggling the demands of running a business with caring for their family, it could also be a good time to review the family planner and take a fresh look at the household budget to ensure they’re getting all the support they’re entitled to.

Understanding the new Tax-Free Childcare plans

16 April 20248 November 2025 Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

The new financial year is often an opportunity to get organised for the year ahead. For self-employed parents juggling the demands of running a business with caring for their family, it could also be a good time to review the family planner and take a fresh look at the household budget to ensure they’re getting all the support they’re entitled to.

Many of the challenges faced by businesses today are complex, multifaceted and interconnected – requiring a combination of human ingenuity and technological capabilities to solve. 

An incoming MD replacing a founder/outgoing MD – a tricky balancing act

29 February 20248 November 2025 Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

As an incoming MD, possibly taking the place of the original founder/MD who may be moving into a chair role, you’re there because the business needs a senior person who has skills and experience that don’t currently exist in the organisation.

Whether you’re looking to build a thriving company culture, access top talent, or foster fairer opportunities and outcomes – diversity and inclusion are absolutely imperative in the workplace.

Inclusive leadership: strategies for supporting neurodiverse talent

16 February 20248 November 2025 Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

Whether you’re looking to build a thriving company culture, access top talent, or foster fairer opportunities and outcomes – diversity and inclusion are absolutely imperative in the workplace.

In today's fast-paced business world, SMEs face numerous challenges in their quest for growth and success.

Mastering the Art of Business Growth: Essential Strategies for SMEs in 2024

22 January 20248 November 2025 Scaling Up Your Solo Business Richard Alvin 0 Comments

In today’s fast-paced business world, SMEs face numerous challenges in their quest for growth and success.

How to keep motivated when job-hunting during winter

How to keep motivated when job-hunting during winter

22 January 20248 November 2025 Scaling Up Your Solo Business Not Ltd 0 Comments

Whether you’re looking for your first job or a career change, motivating yourself to job hunt can become challenging and tiresome for many people. Couple this challenge up with dark winter days, and it may reduce motivation and resilience even more.

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