The Knowledge Hub

Adapting Communication for Different Audiences

The Fleximize Team

We take a look at how businesses should adapt communication depending on the audience, objectives and channels being used

Project Management Qualifications

Emma Meakin

Looking to excel in project management? Here are the top qualifications and accreditations you can receive...

When Can I Start Claiming my Pension?

Marcia Smith

If you're about to reach state pension age, here is all you need to understand to start claiming your pension.

When Does Auto-Enrolment Kick in for SMEs?

Marcia Smith

Auto-enrolment will soon become a legal requirement for employers. Find out the deadline for your business to be prepared for the workplace pension scheme

Is My Private Pension Taxable?

Marcia Smith

Do you understand all the tax implications of your pension? Here's everything you need to know in order for you to protect your nest egg for the future.

Auto-Enrolment in a Nutshell

Marcia Smith

New legislation requires that all qualifying employees are automatically enrolled in a workplace pension scheme. Read our summary on automatic enrolment

Workplace Pension Contributions

Marcia Smith

Workplace pension contributions from you, your employer and government are rising until 2018. Make sure you stay on top of the changes.

Protecting a Workplace Pension

Marcia Smith

Your workplace pension is hugely valuable for the future. Discover how to protect and manage your pot, including which services to contact with concerns

Appealing a VAT Penalty

Appealing against a VAT penalty from HMRC means following the guidelines relating to an indirect tax appeal. This article outlines the appeals process.

Transferring Pensions to New Jobs and Abroad

Marcia Smith

Taking a pension scheme to a new job or to a different country? We explain the procedures you need to follow.

Claiming Startup Expenses

Emma Meakin

Got your startup up and running? Did you know that there are ways that you can reclaim the expenses of starting your business? Here's how...

Is Success the Secret to Staff Motivation?

Marcia Smith

Discover why success is an important motivator for your employees and how you can avoid it demotivating the rest of your workforce.

What is a Fixed-Term Employment Contract?

Marcia Smith

Fixed-term contracts are a great idea for temporary or seasonal workers. Fleximize provides an overview of FTCs, including how to renew and conclude them

Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement

Emma Meakin

Non-disclosure agreements (NDA) are common across industries. But do you know what you are signing and what happens if you breach the contract?

Tracking Staff Time on Social Media and Calls

Marcia Smith

Find out what the best ways are to monitor personal time on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, personal phones, etc.

So Your Job is Ending - What Pay do You Get?

Marcia Smith

Your employer's obligations for payments when employment ends - pay for severance, gardening leave and notice period.

What is a Linear Model of Communication?

The Fleximize Team

Linear models of communication have been largely superseded by transactional and mutual models, but they still have a number of advantages for businesses

Can I Reduce Employee Benefits?

Marcia Smith

If you're looking to cut costs, you may need to reduce employee benefits. Unpack Fleximize's advice on why it's best to approach with caution and negotiate

4 Steps to Debt Restructuring

Marcia Smith

Most business owners have struggled at some point with finance, and debt restructuring can be an effective way to get your company in the black. Here's why.

Why Using a Loan to Hire Employees is Risky

Kate Josselyn

Taking out a loan to recruit new staff is okay if you're sure you can afford it. It's risky so consider these issues first.