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  1. Dan

    Please complete our quarterly business survey

    Latest survey covers the second quarter of 2016 Read the full news article
  2. D

    NICEIC Certification Scheme Select or NICEIC or..... None??

    Hello fellow sparks, I've spent the last couple of months setting up my own domestic electrical company here in Scotland and would like your opinions on the following. Quick background is that I am still working for another company as an electrician but am also building up my own business on...
  3. rolyberkin

    The Insurance Act 2015

    My brother in law made me aware of this act which is which is imminent and is currently being flagged to local local authority building control departments. In a nutshell you need to ensure that your insurance accurately describes and covers your business activities and risk. The article and...
  4. S

    Smart invoicing software for a small business

    Hi All, new member here. just wondering if any of the members have any experience of some business software that can make my life easier. ie invoicing from a smart phone and producing some simple reports each month. I have a android phone and windows laptop. many thanks in advance.
  5. Dan

    Please complete our latest business survey

    Respondents have the chance to win an iPad Read the full news article
  6. C

    Cable Fault Location Business

    Hi All I am hoping for some advice. I have saved up enough money to purchase a cable fault location machine and was hoping to start my own little business. Can anyone tell me whether this would be a good business opportunity? Is there a demand for such a service in the UK? Is there a lot of...
  7. H

    Business bank account

    Looking at setting up a business bank account, any recommendations? HSBC look the best deal but anything to add anyone?
  8. C

    newley qualified domestic installer looking for experience

    Hi all new here. I have recently qualified as a domestic installer however i have no experience whatsoever as i have been in the security business for the last 12 odd years! I am ideally looking for work fairly local to myself i understand i need to start at the bottom and thats no...
  9. P

    Fairly making money by sub-contracting - New Business Startup

    So far job-hunting sucks but I'm always trying. My background is really web development/programming and business but I love electrical installation with a passion but never seem to landed that job so I've decided to give the business side of me another go. This post is no way advertising but...
  10. S

    Power needs for start up business

    Hello everyone, I have posted before on here regarding a mobile startup i am pursuing, and got some very helpful replies. So please can i have a repeat of that! So, i think i am running me head round in circles trying to work out how best to power my appliances. At the moment, what i feel i...
  11. L

    Business Plan

    Does anyone have a business plan template for sole trader sparks? I know this should be specific to the business which it will be, just looking for a good base template. Thanks
  12. D

    Business bank account

    So I'm taking plunge and going for the ltd company route. I know I need set up a business bank account who uses what and why Llyods small business account looks good but any advice greatly accepted
  13. D

    Networking

    NB if this is in the wrong place sorry, just move it. I asked a Small Business Group (Nottinghamshire) "Question? Ive done all my Qualifications, Insurance and Joined a Governing Body, to be an Self Employed Electrician.How to get my name out there (suggest a Banner and sorting one out now) but...
  14. M

    Accountants & AVN

    Hello All Been with Accountant for quite a few years ago has helped my business know end, Looking forward we are now looking at using a tool for accountants called AVN, Has anyone used this tool & if so what do you think of the system. From My point of view it seems quite a good tool if i...
  15. D

    Business Cards

    I just shelled out for 100 at £15.58.. so makes them 15.58p each pritty dear i think i could got loo roll and at least people will see the name and ad each time Maybe would of been better, Loo Roll with the company Logo and with the statement "We Give a ....." ANY WAY Looking at VistaP...
  16. T

    HMRC proposal for Tax Relief for Travel and Subsistence

    This is a proposal that could take effect April 2016. It will effect nearly all self employed contractors either working through agencies or direct to companies. Write a letter to your local MP to raise the issue in the house of commons...
  17. Hellmooth

    Drumming up business!

    Hi guys, I've recently started advertising having gotten by for nearly 2 years by word of mouth! I've started paying for Yell.com and various other online advertisers.....does anyone have any tips or advice on who to use? Cheers!
  18. W

    Complete Business Pro Starter Kit - ex business equipment for sale (PAT Testing)

    Hi All, I hope I am posting this in the right forum, assuming that I am allowed to advertise items for sale here at all (sorry if this is the wrong section).... Anyway, the equipment I have from my old business for Sale are the following with Current RRP prices (a lot lower than why I paid...
  19. M

    Starting my business soon but cant think of a name..

    I need catchy names small and amazing but cant think of one..soon as it comes to names il be there for months any ideas guys! Electrical security systems data fire alarm systems etc
  20. L

    Public and Employee liability insurance and running a business from home. Help!

    Alright People, So I've been working for an installation company for the last 5 years and I've decided to go out on my own. I need some help setting up. I'm wondering who you guys use for your public and employee liability insurance, what extra cover you might have found appropriate and how...

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