Employment Benefits Even before the Covid-19 pandemic threw much of the UK’s economy into turmoil there had been significant efforts to encourage employers to invest more in training their staff and on employing young people who may be looking for work. And while the economy has some way to go to return to pre-pandemic levels, the government is clearly hoping for a quick, V-shaped recovery and […]
The rise in the number of self-employed people in the UK has been a steady trend for two decades. Flexible working, shifting employment patterns, and changes to the tax regime have all contributed to a bulge in the number of those working for themselves: Indeed, according to a recent The Office of National Statistics from 2019, there […]
We hope that 2021 and payroll may not be such a rollercoaster as 2020 was. However, there will still be planning that needs to be put in place. Here are a couple of items that we believe people processing payroll need to watch out for in 2021. Furlough is coming to an end The re-instated […]
Did you know the new start-up businesses in Australia, only 51% are still operating after three years? Fierce competition, high running costs and business owners lacking the resource of time results in business struggling. Outsourcing your back office is a solution which can help your business to grow, and comes with a long list of […]
The days of the workforce going in nine-to-five is becoming a thing of the past. More and more people are considering self-employment and becoming their own boss. Are you one of them? Whether you decide to take on a contractor/ freelancer career or set up your own Pty Ltd, does the idea of working for […]
Stepping into 2021, we all need a little bit of hope, excitement and happiness in our lives and what better way to kick start your New Years by getting out in the great outdoors and walking off some of the festive food and drinks. With obvious health benefits for both you and your dog(s), Walk Your […]
There probably hasn’t been a year like 2020 for half a century. A global pandemic followed by a global economic slowdown wasn’t in any predictions at the beginning of the year. So here we are. And while it’s easy to focus on the big picture stuff, I think it’s worth remembering the smaller, day to […]
In order to protect Koalas, their food sources and homes before they are gone forever and to address the issue of their national decline, the team at Pendragon had pledged to help and support local charities like Carbon Positive Australia (earlier known as Carbon Neutral Charitable Fund) who are working hard to stop the destruction of endangered […]
By definition, a recruitment company provides a service to both employers and job seekers, by helping to place those job seekers into a specific job for a permanent basis. This allows businesses to find suitable employees without the stress and hassle that can be associated with the process. However, recruitment companies, who not only assist […]
There can’t be many things more exciting than starting your own business: you’ve got the idea, the energy, the passion to succeed. And despite the obstacles that will inevitably present themselves, the satisfaction of making it work is tough to match. However, amid the excitement of making the first sale, or hiring the first new […]
Foreword by Andrew Chilvers Despite these uncertain times, expanding overseas can be a key driver for future growth for an ambitious business. International expansion can breathe new life into a company, drive huge value and set it on a path of continued success. Expanding a business overseas is a strategic opportunity that will help diversify […]
