Professional indemnity insurance could save your business, and your reputation. You might be wondering whether you need professional indemnity insurance, or whether you can afford it. But perhaps a better question to ask yourself is – can you afford not to get professional indemnity insurance? Do I Need Professional Indemnity Insurance? If you’re a freelancer…
Applied Systems is a leading insurance technology provider and their exit will have significant impact in the UK market. They recently announced their decision to withdraw its broker management system, Applied Epic, from the UK market. This move reflects broader challenges in the UK insurance sector. Pressiues have been increasing in the market which risks…
It’s every freelancer’s and contractor’s worst nightmare: You do the work, but the customer refuses to pay. It’s frustrating, but the good news is that the law is on your side. So let’s take a look at the steps you can take if a customer refuses to pay for work done. We’ll also look at…
This is an essential guide to starting a career in psychiatry. There are multiple paths into this profession, and this blog will cover possible routes for: For a more information about what a psychiatrist does, read our guide to the differences between psychiatrists and psychologists. How to Qualify as a Psychiatrist Assuming you’re right at…
If you’re reading this, the chances are that you have some questions about how to write an invoice. This is something that nearly all self-employed freelancers and contractors struggle with initially. But don’t worry: You’ll soon find that writing an invoice is simpler than you might think. In this post, we’ll outline the things you’re…
If you’re just starting out as a freelancer, then you may be thinking about managing your own taxes for the first time. In this post we’ll explain certain tax thresholds for freelancers, including the amount you can earn before paying tax. We’ll also discuss some other steps you’ll need to take if you’re starting a…
An unpaid or delayed invoice is something all freelancers and contractors have to deal with at some point. Some clients are just forgetful, or disorganised. But you’ll also encounter clients who, for one reason or another, simply refuse to pay an invoice. So when faced with a non-payment of an invoice, what are your options?…
Being your own boss today is easier that it’s ever been before. More of us are becoming immersed in the world of freelancing, whether that’s in search of freedom, flexibility, work-life balance or simply to tap into additional income. Side gigs, market places or sharing platforms are making this possible. What Business Tools Does a…
If you’ve never had to send an invoice before, you might be wondering what to include, and what to expect. So we put together this essential guide to invoices for UK businesses, to help you get your invoice right first time. What Does a Freelance Invoice Need to Include? There are some things that you…
It’s common for people to confuse psychologists with psychiatrists, and vice versa. Both roles involve studying how certain factors can influence or affect an individual’s mental functioning. But there are key differences between the roles, which means that each role involves a different set of qualifications. In this post we’ll discuss the main differences between…