self employed & sortedLearn how to set your business up properly and run it with confidence.
Start your business the right way by learning how self-employed taxes work, how to pay yourself correctly as a sole trader, and what business expenses you can claim - giving you the confidence to manage your finances properly and avoid costly surprises.
In this course you will learn…
Getting Started as Self-Employed & Understanding Your HMRC Responsibilities
Claiming Expenses Correctly, Staying Organised & Keeping Proper Business Records
Understanding Tax, Profit & How to Manage Your Money as a Sole Trader
Understanding Limited Companies, VAT & Growing Your Business With Confidence
Everything You Need to Start Self-Employment With Confidence
Get instant access to 17 practical classes and over 3.5 hours of expert-led training designed to help you understand tax, manage your money properly and feel confident running your business from day one.
Welcome to Self-Employed Life — 10 min — Introduction, mindset & HMRC registration basics
Getting Registered with HMRC — 15 min — When and how to register & understanding your UTR number
Key Dates — 10 min — Important filing and payment deadlines explained
Understanding Self-Employed Taxes — 25 min — Income tax, National Insurance & student loans made simple
Business Bank Account — 10 min — Why separating your finances matters using tools like Revolut & Monzo
Expenses Explained — 25 min — Deductible vs non-deductible expenses & pre-trading costs
Profit — 10 min — Simple profit calculations for sole traders
Setting Aside Tax Each Month — 15 min — Tax pots, saving systems & whiteboard demonstrations
Paying Yourself — 10 min — Understanding personal drawings vs salaries
Side Hustles — 10 min — How tax works when you have multiple income streams
VAT — 10 min — Simple VAT overview & introduction to VAT responsibilities
Why an Accountant is Worth It — 10 min — How accountants support businesses & common mistakes they help avoid
Receipts & Records — 15 min — Digital bookkeeping tools & staying organised year-round
Mileage: Claiming for Your Journeys — 15 min — HMRC mileage rates & how to claim correctly
Pension Contributions: Paying Future You — 10 min — Understanding pension tax relief
Coffee, Lunches & “Can I Claim This?” Moments — 10 min — What business expenses are allowable — and what aren’t
Course Wrap-Up: Stay Sorted All Year Round — 5 min — Final recap, key takeaways & next steps
This course helps you understand how self-employment works and how to set yourself up properly. You’ll learn about income, expenses, and what to put aside for tax. It’s about starting with clarity and confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No - this course is designed for beginners and explained in a simple, easy-to-understand way.
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No - while it’s especially helpful for UK sole traders, the course is also relevant for business owners who are considering self-employment or want to better understand how self-employed finances and taxes work in the UK.
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You’ll receive lifetime access to the course, so you can revisit the lessons whenever you need to.
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Many business owners still choose to work with an accountant, but this course helps you understand your finances so you can make more informed decisions and feel more in control.
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Yes! The course is ideal for side hustles and part-time businesses, helping you understand your finances, taxes, and responsibilities as your business grows.