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How do I start a new self-employed business?

IPSE is here to help you make the leap with confidence, giving you the practical answers you need to build solid foundations for your business. 

Whats the best way to start a business when going self employed
Problem

Making the leap into self-employment is daunting

Starting a self-employed business can be one of the most exciting decisions you make, but it’s also full of unknowns.  

From choosing the right business structure and registering with HMRC, to understanding tax responsibilities, contracts, and how to price your services, the early days can feel overwhelming.  

Without a clear roadmap or access to reliable advice, it’s easy to feel unsure about whether you’re doing things “the right way” or setting yourself up for long-term success. 

Solution

We’re here to guide you through it

IPSE is here to help you make the leap with confidence, giving you the practical answers you need to build solid foundations for your business. 

From specific support for starting out to growing a sustainable business, our benefits have you covered: 

And as your business grows, we’re here to support you long-term with vital protection, professional development opportunities, and national campaigning to improve the environment for the self-employed.

How our benefits help you solve this problem

Incubator

IPSE Incubator

A step-by-step guide to going self-employed. In just 30 days, we’ll give you all the answers you need to launch your business or side hustle quickly, and with confidence.

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Events webinars

Events, training & networking

IPSE holds a diverse range of events, webinars, and workshops to help you expand your skills and knowledge and make connections.

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Success section

Success sessions

Book a chat with an expert member of your choice to connect with others who’ve been where you are and can share valuable insights.

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Advice and guidance

Advice & guidance

Expert-created resources to help you understand the basics - like setting up as a sole trader or limited company, managing tax and finances, and creating strong client contracts.

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Tax helpline

Tax and legal helplines

Make an unlimited number of calls to our tax and legal helplines for near-immediate answers to your burning questions.

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People facing this challenge usually go for...

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Kickstart
Kickstart

Most suitable for you if

You are in the early stages of your self-employed career or if you’re about to start your business.

£17 per month

*minimum annual subscription

Benefits include:

All community benefits
  • Illness and injury cover up to £1,500
  • IPSE incubator
  • Events & networking
Community
Community

Most suitable for you if

You are looking to grow your network and access vital knowledge and tools for your business.

£11 per month

Upgrade or cancel any time

Benefits include:

  • Tax and legal helplines
  • IPSE Offers
  • Unlimited co-working
  • Business Hub
  • Events, networking & training
  • Member directory
  • Campaigning
  • Advice and guidance
  • Discounted contract review
  • 1-2-1 Success Sessions

Explore all memberships

Freelancer membership

Sole traders and freelancers, this membership is designed to provide the protection and support you need for your way of working.

Umbrella membership

Working primarily via an umbrella company? This membership is designed to perfectly complement your way of working.

Directory membership

IPSE Director membership is ideal for you if you’re the director of your own limited company.

Book a call

Our member engagement representatives are happy to help! Book a call to chat with one of them today.

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