Tag: writing a proposal
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The Ultimate Admin Guide for Sole Traders in the UK (2026 Edition)
Starting a business as a sole trader in the UK is relatively simple. Staying organised as you grow is not. Most small business stress doesn’t come…
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Growth / PerformanceHow to Get Paid Faster as a Small Business
For many tradespeople, freelancers, and small service businesses, the biggest challenge isn’t finding work — it’s getting paid on time. Late payments can cause serious problems…
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Growth / PerformanceHow to Price Jobs Correctly as a Tradesperson or Freelancer
Pricing your work properly is one of the most important skills for any small business owner. Whether you’re a tradesperson, freelancer, or independent service provider, your…
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Setup / SystemsCommon Mistakes Tradespeople Make with Quotes and Estimates
Even experienced tradespeople can run into problems when pricing jobs. Small mistakes in quotes or estimates often lead to disputes, delayed payments, or lost profit. Understanding…
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Setup / SystemsQuotes vs Estimates: What’s the Difference and When Should You Use Each?
For tradespeople and service professionals, providing clear pricing information before starting a job is essential. Two of the most common documents used at this stage are estimates and quotes.…
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Tax / HMRCHow Long Should Small Businesses Keep Receipts and Financial Records in the UK?
Keeping accurate financial records is an important responsibility for any small business owner. Whether you’re a tradesperson, freelancer, or sole trader, maintaining proper records helps ensure…
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Growth / PerformanceThe Difference Between Being Busy and Being Profitable
Many small business owners assume that being busy means their business is doing well. A full schedule, constant enquiries, and long working hours can make it…
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Growth / PerformanceWhy Small Businesses Should Track Their Numbers Monthly
For many small businesses, finances are something that only get attention once a year — usually when tax time comes around. Invoices pile up, expenses get…
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Setup / SystemsHow to Write a Quote for a Job (Tradesperson & Small Business Guide)
Providing clear and professional quotes is an important part of running a successful business. For tradespeople, freelancers, and small service businesses, a well-written quote helps set…
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Growth / PerformanceHow to Deal With Customers Who Don’t Pay
For many tradespeople, freelancers, and small service businesses, late or unpaid invoices can be one of the most frustrating parts of running a business. Most customers…
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JiffyTradeIs JiffyTrade Right for Your Business?
JiffyTrade is a WordPress invoicing and business management plugin built specifically for UK tradesmen, freelancers, sole traders and small service businesses who want clean, practical admin…