This page contains a selection of videos designed to educate and inform.
They include a number of useful educational videos we've picked up along the way, as well as a selection of those we produce in house. The full range of in house videos is also available on our sister site; www.myproactiveaccountant.com
For a selection of some more humerous videos, why not check out our Thoughts For The Day page.
Presented by 1st Addition CEO, Alan Young, these videos are designed to cover key subjects in brief, 2 minute chunks.
Notifying HMRC On Startup
This video takes a look at when we are classified as self employed, and when / how we are required to notify our friends at HMRC.
Choosing Company Status
One of the key decisions for anyone starting out in self employment is; should I run my business as a sole trader, partnership or limited company?
Registering For VAT
There are many misconceptions as to when we are required to register for VAT. This video briefly summarises the legislation (although you may well note that, when it was produced, the VAT Registration Theshold was still at £68,000, not it's current level, of £70,000).
Employing Family Members
60% of UK businesses are family owned, so can we employ our partner or kids in the family business? Find out here.
Companies House Deadlines & Penalties
Changes to Companies House deadlines & penalties mean that failure to submit accounts and other key documents on time could result in a huge fine, or, even, the loss of our company. Don't let it happen to you.....
Running A Vehicle Through The Business
One of the key areas that most business owners need to know is; "How do I run a vehicle (including my company car) through the business?"
Tax Help For Small Businesses
The following videos are designed to talk us through the basics of starting out in business for the first time.
In addition to the videos, there is a downloadable pdf, designed to be used in conjuction with the media presentations, entitled; "Giving Your Business The Best Start With Tax" which we have included here for your information.
What kind of person decides to take the plunge and go it alone - and why? Meet Ruth, Nick and Hannah....
The Start Up Diaries - Episode 1: Getting Started
Catch up with our new small business owners as they get started. Hannah has exciting news, Nick has things keeping him awake at night and Ruth has big plans...
The Start Up Diaries - Episode 2: Coping With The Credit Crunch
This year has been tough for businesses: find out how our three new business owners are making it work.
Tax Help: HMRC Video Library
Welcome - Setting Up In Business
Find out about the different types of business you can set up - a self employed stunts man and a mountain bike limited company explain more.
Income Tax - For The Self Employed
What happens with income tax when you work for yourself? A self employed web designer goes through the basics.
Corporation Tax
If you decide to set up a limited company you need to know about corporation tax. A hair extension business owner discusses the lengths she went to...
Keeping Records
A performance artist tells us why keeping good records is key to being in control of your business.
VAT
An intriguing company talks us through the basics of VAT.
National Insurance
What do you do about national insurance if you work for yourself? A tattoo artist and a uniforms supplier explain it.
Employing Other People
Want to grow your business and take on staff? A gardening business sums up what you need to know about the tax side of it.
Importing & Exporting
Buying or selling products outside the European Union? A flower importer explains about import duty and VAT.
Business Allowances
An introduction to deductions, reliefs and allowances that can help reduce how much tax you pay.
Construction Industry Scheme
Find out what work falls under this scheme and the special tax rules and regulations for contractors and subcontractors.
Other 'Educational' Videos
Are You Manager Material
Our own training guru, Chad Vader looks at what it takes to be a top manager in the cut and thrust of the modern business environment. Do you have what it takes?
Shoplifting: Never Lower Your Guard
Shoplifting cost businesses millions of pounds every year. Chad looks at a few proven techniques to help deal with this ongoing problem.
Sensitivity Training
The delicate balance of internal office politics and interpersonal relationships is a difficult one to maintain. Could it be that we could all benefit from the introduction of our own office linebacker? It's certainly worth considering.
