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Plain-English guides to hiring the right help, from payroll and accounting to web design, cyber security and going global. Checked against official sources.

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Latest guides

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16 October 2026 · 2 min read

Employer of record vs PEO vs contractor: how to hire abroad

Hiring someone in another country?

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12 October 2026 · 1 min read

Contractor or employee? How the US, UK and EU decide

How the US, UK and EU decide whether someone is a contractor or an employee: the IRS common-law test, IR35 off-payroll rules and EU platform-work rules.

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8 October 2026 · 1 min read

The payroll outsourcing checklist: 20 questions to ask providers

Thinking of outsourcing payroll?

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4 October 2026 · 1 min read

How to choose an accountant for your business, wherever you are

How to choose a business accountant: the qualifications to check in the US, UK, EU, Canada and Australia, the questions to ask, and how to compare fee quotes.

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30 September 2026 · 1 min read

How to write a website design brief that gets accurate quotes

Write a website brief that gets accurate quotes: goals, audience, pages, features, accessibility (WCAG and the European Accessibility Act) and ownership.

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25 September 2026 · 1 min read

Outsourcing and the GDPR: what every business needs in place

Outsourcing payroll, HR, IT or marketing?

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20 September 2026 · 1 min read

How to hire a management consultant and get real results

A practical guide to hiring a management consultant: define the problem, choose an independent or a firm, check credentials, agree scope and measure results.

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15 September 2026 · 1 min read

Cyber security basics for small businesses: a 10-step plan

Protect your small business with ten practical cyber security steps, based on official guidance from the NCSC (UK), CISA (US) and ENISA (EU).

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10 September 2026 · 1 min read

Translation vs localisation: which does your business need?

Translation, localisation, transcreation and certified translation explained, with ISO 17100 quality tips and how to brief a translation agency for new markets.

5 September 2026 · 1 min read

Fixed fee, hourly or retainer? How professional services are priced

How professionals price their work: fixed fees, hourly and day rates, retainers and value-based pricing.