The Data Protection Acts of 1998 and 2003 mean everyone who is processing personal information needs to register with the Information Commissioners Office (ICO). A good Virtual Assistant can set herself apart from the competition by, not only having indemnity insurance, but also being registered for Data Protection. This gives clients peace of mind, as […]
If you run your own business and are responsible for its success, you are classed as self-employed. You therefore need to register your self-employed status with HMRC within the first two years of your business. (https://www.gov.uk/new-business-register-for-tax) Once you’ve registered your business with HMRC, you will then be posted an activation code for the Government Gateway […]
Your business name needs to convey your brand, expertise, value and possibly the type of business you’re in. Get the name right and your marketing and branding will flow easily – pick a wrong name and no one will remember who you are or what you do. Business names can be abstract, so they convey […]