What you’ll learn

For the vast majority of professionals, referrals are still the main source of new business, outperforming social-media, promotional campaigns and most other forms of business development. 

In this webinar, John Niland from the SelfWorth Academy outlines:

  • Why referrals are important now
  • The 5 steps of a referral conversation
  • Common obstacles and pitfalls
  • Reframing a referral conversation to exploring need
  • Why self-worth is important
  • Getting referrals in a digital conversation, tips for opening doors online

Registration

Free to attend.

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

Please register via Eventbrite to join this event.

IR35 webinar series

The IR35 legislation (and it’s younger sibling, the off-payroll working rules) is as complex and unpredictable as ever. That’s why, starting in February, the IPSE Policy team will be hosting a short series of IR35 webinars covering everything from the basics of what IR35 is right through to IPSE’s campaigning for a change to the law.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking to brush up on your IR35 knowledge, or a prospective freelancer in need of an introduction to the rules before launching your contracting career – we’re aiming to offer something for everyone in this series.

The IR35 webinars in this series are:

  • IR35 for absolute beginners on 11 February
  • Determining IR35 status: What does the case law say? on 11 March
  • IPSE and IR35: Campaigning for a change to the law on 1 April

What you’ll learn

In this webinar IPSE’s Director of Policy, Andy Chamberlain, and Senior Policy and Communications Adviser, Fred Hicks, will explain the fundamental principles of IR35 and the recent changes to the rules.

The webinar will answer the following questions:

  • What is IR35 (and why is it so controversial)?
  • What brought about the introduction of IR35?
  • What were the changes in the public and private sectors?
  • Who’s responsible for determining status and who is liable for the tax?

As always, there will be an opportunity to ask questions on the day – alternatively, you can submit your questions in advance when registering for the event.

Registration

IPSE members: free to attend

Non-members: £15 (+ VAT) for 1 webinar or £30 (+ VAT) for all 3 webinars in the IR35 series

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

Please register via Eventbrite to join this event.

What will you learn?

Inheritance Tax (IHT) can take a significant bite out of the wealth you plan to pass on. With recent changes announced in the Budget, understanding how IHT works – and what you can do to reduce its impact – has never been more important.

Join Chase de Vere, IPSE’s partner for independent financial advice, for a webinar designed specifically for self-employed professionals.

What we’ll cover

  • The latest changes to inheritance tax rules
  • How IHT could affect your estate and your family
  • Practical strategies to help you reduce your IHT liability
  • How to plan ahead and protect your wealth for the next generation

Why attend?

Whether you’re self-employed, running a business, or managing your financial future, this webinar will give you the tools and knowledge to plan effectively and reduce unnecessary tax burdens.

Important disclaimer

  • The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) does not regulate taxation and trust planning. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may change in the future.

Registration

IPSE members: free to attend

Non-members: £15 (+ VAT)

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

Please register via Eventbrite to join this event.

If you’d prefer to speak to an adviser sooner, you can also book a complimentary initial consultation with a Chase de Vere expert here.

Register now!

Connecting you no matter where you are on your journey

Join us for our first edition of Community networking event with our friends at The Portfolio Collective (a community-led business of portfolio professionals). This is the perfect opportunity to expand your connections in a fun, fast hour of networking, meet and discuss all things portfolio careers and discover the many ways you can work differently!

How it works

These networking sessions will be run via Zoom. During the 60 minutes, you’ll be split into breakout rooms in small groups that change every 10 minutes, allowing you to meet as many people as possible.

Peer-to-peer networking

You’re invited to step out of your comfort zone and connect with a community of portfolio professionals on the same journey as you. We’re a friendly bunch – we promise! You really never know who you might meet (or who might just be wowed by your story).

Book your place

Please book your place via The Portfolio Collective website.

What will you learn?

With 1 billion users, the chances are all your potential clients are in one place. You just need to know how to find them, impress them, connect with them, and reach out in a meaningful way.

It’s also where recruiters find talent so having a robust LinkedIn presence is crucial. But the devil is in the detail where fine margins matter.

Our upcoming webinar will show you how to attract clients, woo them when they’ve landed on your profile, and proactively reach out to them to build meaningful relationships.

In this fast-paced session, we’ll be covering the following:

  • The LinkedIn subscription level you need to win clients
  • How to network effectively on LinkedIn
  • How to build a proactive Linked business development strategy
  • How to trigger the LinkedIn algorithm to improve your visibility
  • Tactics for writing a LinkedIn profile that makes clients and recruiters sit up and notice you
  • Why thought leadership is crucial for maximising rates
  • How to run one ‘talk’ per month that will guarantee you’ll stay off the bench in 2025

The session will be presented by a leading personal branding specialist with extensive knowledge of the contract and freelance market.

Registration

IPSE members: free to attend

Non-members: £15 (+ VAT)

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

Please register via Eventbrite to join this event.

What will you learn?

Join us for a fireside chat with Luan Wise, social media marketing consultant, IPSE ambassador and author, as she shares her self-employment journey and the evolving world of social media. 

From starting her career in a corporate setting to becoming self-employed, Luan has been at the centre of digital marketing and social media trends, curating news for her resource website, The Lighthouse.

Hosted by IPSE’s Head of Marketing & Technology, Toby Tetrault, hear Luan discuss:

  • The realities of working independently, and Luan’s journey to self-employment
  • Why and how writing multiple books has been an important part of her work
  • Tips for freelancers on creating their own niche and how to maintain a consistent digital presence
  • Strategies for finding the right social media channels and tools for measuring success
  • Thoughts on AI’s impact on freelancing

Luan will also discuss her role as an IPSE ambassador, explaining how IPSE membership has supported her as a freelancer.

Registration

This event is free to attend. Please register via Eventbrite to join this event. Register for exclusive access to the fireside chat and get the recording before it is launched on social media.

Alongside this fireside chat, Luan is also hosting the event ‘Social media for your business and what to look out for in 2025’ on 16 January – view more information and register here.

What will you learn?

In light of recent changes at the Budget, it’s more important than ever to be on top of your financial options as a company director. From investing into a pension or ISA to withdrawing funds from your business and filling your accounts, our experts at Taxd have all of the answers to your burning tax questions.

Join us for an insightful 60-minute webinar specifically tailored to company directors, where we’ll unpack the recent changes to tax and share actionable tips that will help you stay tax-efficient.Presented by tax experts Arjun Kumar and Eamon Shahir from Taxd, this webinar will focus on:

  • Tax takeaways from the Budget
  • Pensions and later life saving for company directors
  • Maximising the way you withdraw funds from a limited company
  • Top tips for filling your accounts

Interactive Q&A Session

As always, there will be an opportunity to ask questions on the day – alternatively, you can submit your questions in advance when registering for the event.

Registration

IPSE members: free to attend

Non-members: £15 (+ VAT)

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

Please register via Eventbrite to join this event.

What should you look out for in 2025 from the social media giants LinkedIn?  What changes are they making that you need to know about?

In this online event, you will hear from chartered marketer and social media expert Luan Wise on what you should look out for in 2025 from the social media giants LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, Instagram and Facebook. What changes are they making that you need to know about? Luan will be making some predictions for the year ahead.

We will also look back to the past year and discuss what important updates to the social media networks mean for you and your business.

As always, there will be an opportunity to ask questions on the day – alternatively, you can submit your questions in advance when registering for the event.

Registration

Free to attend.

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

Please register via Eventbrite to join this event.

Register now!

Winning regular work in the freelance market can be tough, but what if you had a proven blueprint that virtually guaranteed success? 

Join us for this transformative webinar where we demystify the winning work process and equip you with leading-edge techniques to help you secure high-paying freelance work.

What You’ll Learn:

  1. Where to start: Conduct a precise business evaluation/skills gap analysis, understanding the gap between your current abilities and the requirements of your target roles.
  2. Closing the gaps: Discover strategies to effectively close capability gaps, ensuring you’re not just a good fit, but the perfect fit.
  3. Selling yourself: Why much of the advice around freelancer CVs and LinkedIn profiles is nonsense and how to really craft a compelling pitch that positions you as the ideal solution to your client’s needs.
  4. Brand you: Understand the significance of personal branding, leveraging LinkedIn’s Sales Navigator platform, and establishing yourself as a thought leader.
  5. Perfecting pitching: Master advanced pitching, ensuring your proposals aren’t just noticed but are irresistible.
  6. Ace your client meeting: Learn how to use advanced sales skills to ace every client meeting and drive freelance work at maximum rates.

Don’t miss out on unlocking the secrets to supercharging your winning-work capability.

Registration

IPSE members: free to attend

Non-members: £15 (+ VAT)

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

Whether you are seeking inside or outside-IR35 contracts, navigating the contracting market can be tough, but what if you had a proven blueprint that virtually guaranteed success? 

Join us for this transformative webinar where we demystify the winning work process and equip you with leading-edge techniques to help you secure high-paying contract work.

What You’ll Learn:

  1. Where to start: Conduct a precise business evaluation/skills gap analysis, understanding the gap between your current abilities and the requirements of your target roles.
  2. Closing the gaps: Discover strategies to effectively close capability gaps, ensuring you’re not just a good fit, but the perfect fit.
  3. Selling yourself: Why much of the advice around contractor CVs is nonsense and how to really craft a compelling CV that positions you as the ideal solution to your client’s needs.
  4. Brand you: Understand the significance of personal branding, leveraging LinkedIn, and establishing yourself as a thought leader.
  5. Perfecting applications: Master advanced customisation techniques, ensuring your contract applications aren’t just noticed but are irresistible.
  6. Ace your client meeting: Learn how to use advanced interviewing skills to ace every client meeting and drive contract offers at maximum rates.

Don’t miss out on unlocking the secrets to supercharging your winning-work capability.

Registration

IPSE members: free to attend

Non-members: £15 (+ VAT)

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

Please register via Eventbrite to join this event.

Register now!

Disagreements are inevitable in business and some of these can give rise to disputes, no matter what you do to reduce the risk of this happening. Resolving these can be stressful, time-consuming and expensive.

In this webinar, Aaron Marshall – Markel Law Partner and Head of Legal Expenses Insurance, explains how to effectively manage and resolve business disputes including:

Interactive Q&A Session

As always, there will be an opportunity to ask questions on the day – alternatively, you can submit your questions in advance when registering for the event.

Registration

IPSE members: free to attend

Non-members: £15 + VAT

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

To sign up to an event you will need an IPSE account. In your account you can view all your past and current event bookings, invoices, join online events, exclusive content and much more, all in one place.

This webinar has been rescheduled from 7 October. If you booked for the original date, you do not need to register again.

Book now!

The government has promised to make significant changes to the work landscape, with intentions to introduce a single status of worker (for all but the genuinely self-employed), potential restrictions on zero-hour contracts and the establishment of a new enforcement body – the Fair Work Agency. The Chancellor is also eyeing up possible tax rises in the Autumn Budget which could hit businesses. But what does all this mean for those who work for themselves? 

Join this webinar hosted by IPSE’s Andy Chamberlain, Chris Bloor from Caroola and Seb Maley from Qdos where they’ll be discussing the following questions:

Interactive Q&A Session

As always, there will be an opportunity to ask questions on the day – alternatively, you can submit your questions in advance when registering for the event.

Registration

IPSE members: free to attend

Non-members: £15 + VAT

Attendees will get access to the live webinar and the post-event recordings.

To sign up to an event you will need an IPSE account. In your account you can view all your past and current event bookings, invoices, join online events, exclusive content and much more, all in one place.