Excited by the prospect of starting your of business, making products or using your skills, but dreading the thought of learning business regulations, deadlines and paperwork? This is the workshop for you.
In this workshop at the BIPC, you will learn step by step the basics of what it means to be self employed and start a new business - what you have to do, and when.
This workshop will cover:
- Trading status - deciding your company structure
- Record keeping
- What expenses can be claimed
- Limited company salary vs dividends
- VAT Registration
- Q & A
The Speaker
Laurel Giles is a Business Services Manager at Plus Accounting. Laurel qualified under ACCA in July 2016 and she is responsible for managing a portfolio of clients operating in various different industries in the Business Services team.
This is an in-person event at BIPC, 1st floor of Jubilee Library, Brighton.
Following the event, the BIPC will send you a feedback form which we would be grateful if you could complete to allow us to monitor the success of our events.
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Increase your chances of business success
Business & IP Centre Sussex supports people to start, grow and protect their businesses in Sussex. Come and access our free market research and intellectual property databases and take part in our regular programme of workshops, webinars and networking events.
W hat if I don't live / have my business in Sussex?
Find your local BIPC here to find out how they can help you: https://www.bl.uk/business-and-ip-centre/national-network
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FAQs
What is your cancellation policy?
The majority of our events are free, but places are often limited - especially for in-person events, therefore please make sure you cancel your place, if you are unable to attend. You can cancel through your Eventbrite booking or emailing bipc@brighton-hove.co.uk.
Can I attend if I'm not a member of the library?
Absolutely! Any Sussex based business/ person with a business idea is welcome. Though we always recommend joining the library as it's free and will make accessing our databases, books and publications much easier.
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