Business Start-Up Guides

Free guides to get you started!

🚀  Getting Started

How to Start a Business in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide

Sole Trader vs Limited Company – Which is right for you?

What you need to Register a Business in the UK

Choosing the right Business Name – Legal & Branding Tips

How to Register your Business with Companies House

How to Write a GREAT Business Plan that WORKS!

10 Common Mistakes First Time Entrepreneurs usually make!

The best Free & Cheap Online Tools for New UK Start-Ups

💼  Legal & Compliance

The Legal Structure of UK Businesses Explained – which is best for you?

Understanding GDPR for Small Businesses – A Simple Guide

Business Insurance & Protection Basics for UK Start-Ups

How to create Terms & Conditions for your website

The importance of Privacy Policies and How to create one

Protecting your Business Idea: Trademarks, Copyright & Patents

How to setup and write Contracts with Clients or Freelancers

Business Compliance Checklist for New Entrepreneurs

💷  Banking & Tax

How to open a UK Business Bank Account in seconds!

Self Assessment Tax Returns for Sole Traders –  A Simple Guide

Understanding Corporation Tax for UK Businesses

A beginners guide to VAT for Businesses: When and How to Register

Allowance Expenses: What you Can and Can’t Claim

How to use Xero Accounting to run and grow your business

📣  Marketing & Branding

How to build a Business Brand & Name that Stands Out!

Things you DO need and DON’T need when Starting a Business!

Getting your first customers without a Big Budget!

10 tried & tested Marketing Strategies for New UK Businesses

Why EVERY Business needs a Google Business Profile

Using Social Media effectively to promote your new Start-Up

👥  Hiring & HR

Hiring your first Employee: What you need to know!

Do I need to take on employees? Don’t jump in too soon!

Employment Law Basics for UK Small Businesses & Start-Ups

How to create an Employment Contract (incl Template)

A simple guide to understand PAYE and National Insurance

Disciplinary Procedures & Dismissal: What the UK law says