On March 17, 2020 the Government announced the delay (not cancelation) of the introduction of changes to IR35. This gives IT contractors some breathing space. By planning ahead, you can ensure that you’re compliant, save tax, and be ready for the changes. https://www.techradar.com/news/planning-ahead-for-the-delayed-introduction-of-ir35-changes Continue reading Planning ahead for the delayed introduction of IR35 changes
The number of women appointed in the boardrooms of large European companies continues to rise, with the share of female executives increasing from 32% to 34% over the past twelve months. Source: More female directors appointed in European boardrooms Continue reading More female directors appointed in European boardrooms
Soz contractors Source: Review of IR35 is in: Quelle surprise, UK.gov will forge ahead with controversial tax reforms in the private sector Continue reading Review of IR35 is in: Quelle surprise, UK.gov will forge ahead with controversial tax reforms in the private sector
Jeff Bezos’ phone was hacked. And if the richest person in the world is vulnerable, chances are good that your startup could get hacked, too. The good news is that, as a tiny company, you’re not a big target. But as soon as you hire your first employee, it’s time to think about adopting basic security practices to ensure that you’re less vulnerable. Nothing is perfectly secure … Continue reading Essential advice for securing your small startup – TechCrunch
As we enter a new decade, we can take a moment to consider the trends that changed the way we live and work in 2019, from embracing flexible working policies and video conferencing technology to using AI in new and inventive ways within the workplace. Throughout 2020, we are likely to see these trends continue to evolve as well as some new trends emerging as a result. … Continue reading The future of remote working
All manner of startups fail for all manner of reasons. But there’s one constant: this is an incredibly difficult business. Launching a successful company isn’t just a matter of drive and finding the right people (though both, clearly, are important). Doing well in this business requires the stars to align perfectly on a billion different things. A cursory look at this year’s batch of companies doesn’t … Continue reading Remembering the startups we lost in 2019 – TechCrunch
Nothing in life is as boring as email, so I’ll make this quick: If you want to achieve inbox zero—that is, no unread emails in your inbox—the best way to do it is to just click “select all” and “mark all as read.” Boom, inbox zero. Source: Go Mark All Your Unread Emails as Read Continue reading Go Mark All Your Unread Emails as Read
From the Office of Educational Development at UC Berkeley: Analyze Your Audience Remember that the members of the audience are beneficiaries of your communication. Don’t make assumptions about your audience. Figure out the basics. Who are these people? demographics (age, ethnicity, gender mix, etc.). predispositions (hopes, fears, positives/negatives, level of interest). knowledge of/experience with subject/me. In what kind of setting will you be speaking? large … Continue reading How to Make Your Public Speaking More Effective – Ian’s Messy Desk
One in five businesses are adopting remote working practices. In the remote working culture, there are facts business owners need to know. Source: Remote Working Culture: The Facts Business Owners Need to Know – ReadWrite Continue reading Remote Working Culture: The Facts Business Owners Need to Know – ReadWrite
Try some of these simple exercises and habits from Business Insider’s “People Transforming Business” to become more efficient and productive at work. Source: The Productivity Project: Tips and insights from business leaders across industries on how to manage your time and become a rockstar worker Continue reading The Productivity Project: Tips and insights from business leaders across industries on how to manage your time and become a rockstar worker
Overcoming procrastination requires strategy. The next time you’re tempted to put-off something you don’t want to do, try some of these tips. Source: 7 Tips to Help Overcome Procrastination – Ian’s Messy Desk Continue reading 7 Tips to Help Overcome Procrastination – Ian’s Messy Desk
How much stuff do you have sitting on your desk or in your work area? A while back, Coopers & Lybrand (nowPrice Waterhouse Coopers) released data from a poll on personal organization. One statistic found that, “The average desk worker has 36 hours worth of work on their desk and wastes up to 3 hours a week just “looking” for STUFF!” Finding stuff on my messy desk bears out that statistic. Being disorganized is responsible for a lot of wasted … Continue reading 10 Tips to Help Keep Your Desk Clean – Ian’s Messy Desk
IT contractor Richard Alcock has won an appeal against HMRC after the UK taxman said he owed more than £200,000 in national insurance contributions (NICs) and income tax under off-payroll rules. Source: IT contractor has £240k bill torn up after IR35 win against UK taxman Continue reading IT contractor has £240k bill torn up after IR35 win against UK taxman
Trying to force creativity is like trying to squeeze more toothpaste out of an empty tube. Here are six creativity-boosting activities you can do at work. Source: 6 Creativity-Boosting Activities You Can Do at Work – ReadWrite Continue reading 6 Creativity-Boosting Activities You Can Do at Work – ReadWrite
Could drop further, depending on how zealously it’s enforced Source: UK tech freelancer numbers down for first time in 5 years since IR35 tax reforms hit public sector Continue reading UK tech freelancer numbers down for first time in 5 years since IR35 tax reforms hit public sector
