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SUMMARY:How to tackle late and non-payments
DESCRIPTION:In today’s climate\, marred by surging inflation\, a cost-of-living crisis and energy price hikes\, late and non-payments are a growing threat to freelancers and small business owners. A survey ran earlier this year by Markel Direct revealed that 22% of freelancers and small businesses had experienced an increase in late or non-payments. \nNearly half of those surveyed had payments owed to them that were more than 15 days overdue while 13% didn’t get paid at all and had to write off the money owed. \nIf a client doesn’t pay you on time\, or they refuse to pay you at all\, it can cause major financial difficulties and put a strain on your relationship with your client. \nDesigned for freelancers\, contractors and anyone running a small business\, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge to increase your chances of getting paid on time and explain the steps to take when recovering payment you are owed by clients. \nThe webinar will cover key topics including: \n\nSurvey results revealing how late payments are affecting the self-employed sector\nHow a watertight contract can help to deter late payments\nHow to use payment milestones for your benefit\nHow to manage scope creep and requoting for work\nThe steps to take when a client hasn’t paid an invoice\nHow to manage the debt recovery process without destroying client relationships\nYour legal options if an invoice remains unpaid\n\nThis is a live webinar with a Q&A session at the end for you to ask any questions. \nSpeaker – Mark Rankin\, Head of Civil Litigation\, Markel Law \nIn the session\, Mark Rankin\, Head of Civil Litigation at Markel Law\, will give his top tips based on the work he does resolving these issues for business professionals. \nMark has over 14 years’ experience defending claims against professionals of all sizes and advising them on recovering unpaid fees\, as well as non-contentious issues. Mark’s practice has a particular focus on those operating in the technology and media sectors. \nMarkel \nMarkel are an award-winning insurer of contractors\, freelancers\, self-employed professionals and micro businesses. They have over 25\,000 customers in the UK and their hassle-free website offers instant cover online\, including professional indemnity\, public liability and more. \nIPSE members enjoy a 10% discount* on contractor insurance from Markel Direct. \n*Discount terms and conditions \nThe 10% discount will be applied to the net policy premium before insurance premium tax is applied. All quotations provided will be subject to meeting underwriting and claims criteria acceptance. All cover will be subject to full policy terms and conditions which are available upon request. \nThe Association of Independent Professionals and the Self Employed Limited (IPSE) are an Introducer Appointed Representative of Markel International Insurance Company Limited which is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority. \nThis webinar is free to attend for IPSE members. Non-members can also attend at a cost of £15 + registration fees.
URL:https://freelancecorner.co.uk/event/how-to-tackle-late-and-non-payments/
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SUMMARY:How to exploit the ‘hidden’ contract market to make 2024 your best ever year
DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of sending out countless applications and never hearing back? LinkedIn reports that 85% of jobs are filled through networking and referrals. \nMaybe it’s time to learn how to access the hidden job/contract market. \nJoin our upcoming webinar where we’ll show you the strategies and techniques to uncover opportunities that aren’t publicly advertised. \nOur experienced winning-work coaches will share their insider knowledge on how to tap into this hidden market\, giving you an edge over other contractors. \nDuring the webinar\, you’ll learn: \n✔️ What the hidden contract market is and how it works \n✔️ How to find potential contracts that aren’t advertised \n✔️ Strategies for building a strong network that can help you access hidden opportunities \n✔️ Techniques for reaching out to potential clients \n✔️ Why you need a one-page CV to network into a job \n✔️ The three key marketing assets you need (CV\, bio and ?) \n✔️ Three strategies for winning work that don’t involve recruiters \nThis is a live webinar with a Q&A session at the end for you to ask any questions. \nThis webinar is free to attend for IPSE members. Non-members can also attend at a cost of £15 + registration fees.
URL:https://freelancecorner.co.uk/event/how-to-exploit-the-hidden-contract-market-to-make-2024-your-best-ever-year-2/
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SUMMARY:How to protect your intellectual property and copyright
DESCRIPTION:When you’re a self-employed freelancer or contractor\, it’s important to understand what intellectual property (IP) is and how you can protect yours. \nBy protecting your intellectual property properly\, it’ll be easier for you to take legal action if a situation arises where someone exploits your intellectual property – for example if your logo is copied or an original piece of writing you’ve created is used on another website without your permission. \nOn the other hand\, understanding more about intellectual property will help you avoid breaching copyright and reduce the risk of a costly claim being made against you. \nDesigned for freelancers\, contractors and anyone running a small business\, this webinar\, presented by a legal expert\, will help you to understand more about intellectual property and copyright which in turn will arm you with the knowledge needed to both protect your business and avoid third-party copyright breach claims. \nThe webinar will cover these key topics: \n\nAn overview of IP rights\nWhy it’s crucial for the self-employed to understand\nWhat the default position is at law for ownership of IP\nAn overview of the key battlegrounds including:\n\nPassing off\nCopyright\nTrade mark\n\n\nWhat a self-employed contractor can do\n\nTo protect their work\nTo protect themselves from 3rd party claims\n\n\nThe IP litigation process\nHow insurance can protect you against 3rd party claims\n\nThis is a live webinar with a Q&A session at the end for you to ask any questions. \nSpeaker – Mark Rankin\, Head of Civil Litigation\, Markel Law \nIn the session\, Mark Rankin\, Head of Civil Litigation at Markel Law\, will give his top tips based on the work he does resolving these issues for business professionals. \nMark has over 14 years’ experience defending claims against professionals of all sizes and advising them on recovering unpaid fees\, as well as non-contentious issues. Mark’s practice has a particular focus on those operating in the technology and media sectors. \nMarkel are an award-winning insurer of contractors\, freelancers\, self-employed professionals and micro businesses. They have over 25\,000 customers in the UK and their hassle-free website offers instant cover online\, including professional indemnity\, public liability and more. \nIPSE members enjoy a 10% discount* on contractor insurance from Markel Direct. \n*Discount terms and conditions \nThe 10% discount will be applied to the net policy premium before insurance premium tax is applied. All quotations provided will be subject to meeting underwriting and claims criteria acceptance. All cover will be subject to full policy terms and conditions which are available upon request. \nThe Association of Independent Professionals and the Self Employed Limited (IPSE) are an Introducer Appointed Representative of Markel International Insurance Company Limited which is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority. \nThis webinar is free to attend for IPSE members. Non-members can also attend at a cost of £15 + registration fees. \n 
URL:https://freelancecorner.co.uk/event/how-to-protect-your-intellectual-property-and-copyright/
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SUMMARY:Essential strategies for established freelancers: Elevate your wellbeing\, productivity\, and results
DESCRIPTION:This webinar session looks at the common challenges established freelancers and independent professionals face in their business journey. \nHaving worked with over 100 IPSE members and business owners in recent years\, life coach and wellbeing consultant Kate Horwood has identified pivotal areas where people typically get stuck – time and energy management\, resilience\, wellbeing\, stress management\, mindset\, and business vision. She’ll be talking about real stuff – not just theories – and will explore practical skills and strategies that go beyond the surface. \nYou’ll have a valuable opportunity to assess your current business standing\, pinpoint what’s holding you back\, and leave with a sense of empowerment and the clarity to help you move forward on your path towards a more resilient\, productive\, and fulfilling freelance career. \nBy the end of the session\, you’ll: \n\nKnow Yourself Better: Get real about your self-employed/freelancing journey\, understanding your personal challenges and strengths.\nSee Your Business More Clearly: Identify the main spots in your business that need attention and figure out what’s next.\nRoadmap for Change: Get guidance on the steps needed to address your key challenges\, paving the way for growth and greater success.\n\nThere will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions during the event but you can also submit questions in advance when you register. \nThis webinar is free to attend for both IPSE members and non-members. \nBook now
URL:https://freelancecorner.co.uk/event/essential-strategies-for-established-freelancers-elevate-your-wellbeing-productivity-and-results/
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