It's a Taxing Affair - for the self-employed

Tax and Accounts from senior partner Lindsay Fagan of Westminster's Civvals, Chartered Accountants

Date: 30th March 2011 (Wednesday)
Time: 10.00 to 12.30pm (registration 9.45)
At: PDT Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre, 59 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2DB






One of the two certainties in life is taxes. Learn about:

• Your businesses legal status/entity - Ltd Co, sole trader etc
• Income tax
• National Insurance
• VAT
• Where to obtain more information

About your trainer

Lindsay joined the firm as a student in 1972 and became a partner in 1978. His clients range from large prominent businesses to SME's and individuals and he is well know for the supportive and professional relationships he establishes with them. He acts for some of the UK's fastest growing privately owned companies and has many long term client relationships.


Lindsay has a particular interest in nurturing and developing businesses, advising them on a whole range of subjects throughout their life, including management & strategy issues, finance, compliance and taxation.


This workshop is for Businesses and residents that live in the Borough of Westminster and is FREE


Book today
Call Kim Sadler PDT on 020 7266 0636

Training New Entrepreneurs

The first joint seminar hosted by Paddington Library and delivered by the Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre was packed out. This training session was entitled an Introduction to Self Employment.

Trainer, Laurie Bernard said "I was delighted to see such a well attended programme. The delegates were knowledgeable and enthusiastic, they had plenty of business spirit. It is heartening to see that so many people are considering setting up their own businesses." 

Delegates were signposted to essential business information availability at the Paddington Library's recently opened Business Information Point, conveniently located on site at 45 Porchester Road London W2 5DP.

For more information on business seminars and business advice contact us on 020 7266 0636.

You Are Your Image

Learn how to look good, feel good to win business...

Date: 9th March 2011 (Wednesday)

Time: 10.00 to 12.30 p.m

At: PDT Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre 59 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2DB 

You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Learn the secrets of how to create the right business image. This workshop includes:

• How to make a good business impression
• Create the right image
• The power of visual communication in our society
• The idea of personal branding
• The art of communication with clothes

Your workshop will be delivered by marketing expert Laurie Bernard and personal shopper/lifestyle consultant Diane Chappell the founder of Private Revamp.

This workshop is for those in business in Westminster only

Book today

Call Kim Sadler at PDT

020 7266 0636

Customer Care - Gaining and Retaining

Deliver Quality Service

It's hard enough to get customers let alone lose them. When every penny counts, exceptional customer service have become a major factor in delivering that good quality, your customers are willing to pay for even during difficult times.

2nd March 2011 (Wednesday) from 10am until 12.30pm

This workshop sets out to help you:

• Understand the concept of customer care
• Apply these concepts in a practical environment

Discover the Secrets:

• Why you lose customers
• Find out why customers use you
• What are the major sources of complaints
• Customer motivation
• The hygiene factors
• Rewards and recognition

This workshop is for those in business in Westminster and is FREE

Book today

Call Kim Sadler PDT

020 7266 0636

PDT Westminster Enterprise Centre, 59 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2DB

Need help with Business Taxes inc. PAYE and HR?

Need help with Business Taxes inc. PAYE and HR?

The Westminster Enterprise Centre is delighted to announce that Westminster residents can have access to a free help-desk every Tuesday. The centre welcomes Jayne Cai MBA, Chartered MCIPD to the team. Jayne is experienced at providing the answers to local businesses covering the areas such as Business taxes including PAYE, Human Resources and all aspects of employing staff.

Anyone interested in booking a one-to-one business advice session or attending a "Taxing Affair" workshop on the 23rd February 2011 please contact Kim on 020 7266 0636 or email kim@pdt.org.uk

Jayne Cai's Profile

HR Payroll Bookkeeping

After a successful commercial career Jayne has set up her own business offering professional prices, this trades as HR Payroll, Bookkeeping. Your business can benefit from MBA qualified Jayne who is a chartered member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development. Her company provides:

• Accurate bookkeeping and payroll services
• Strong understanding of the commercial world
• Proven ability to create and implement policies and procedures
• Effectively manage resources in the areas of communications, recruitment, employee relations, restructure, pay and benefits

We can work at your premises or ours.

Call 07972 228 409 or email us info@hrpayrollbookkeeping.co.uk

Free Business Training Seminars 2011

Research has shown those businesses that start after receiving this type of help are four times more likely to be a success. So we're here to help you...

• 12th Jan Financial Planning-cash flow, profit & loss, break-even point
• 19th Jan Market Research & Questionnaire Design
• 26th Jan Marketing and Promotion - techniques and tips
• 3rd Feb Social Enterprise Workshop
• 10th Feb Introduction to Self employment
• 17th Feb Financial Planning - cash flow, profit & loss, break-even point
• 23rd Feb It's a Taxing Affair - Taxes & Paye workshop. How to employ a member of staff plus benefits for the self-employed

This service is only available to Westminster residents. To book your FREE Seminars or for free business support call: 020 7266 0636

Westminster Enterprise Centre, 59 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2DB

FREE Business Training Seminars

Do you have a hobby or idea that you want to develop into a business or need to build your enterprise?

Then put these dates in your diary (All seminars 10.00am to 12.30pm)

• 18th November Selling Skills, Learn to Sell with Ease
• 25th November It's a Taxing Affair - Taxes & tax return workshop, benefits for the self-employed
• 1st December Introduction to Self-Employment
• 8th December Financial Planning - cash flow, profit & loss, break-even point simply explained
• 15th December How to Survive and Thrive - The easy way to boost sales & profits
• 16th December Networking - workshop and Seasonal Drink (12 noon - 2pm)

If you would like to attend any of these seminars and you live in the Borough of Westminster please call the Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre on 020 7266 0636