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How to price your first service without guessing
Start from what an hour of your time must earn, add your costs, then check the three nearest competitors.
26 October 2026 · 4 min read
What to do with your first £100 of sales
Not a logo, not a sign. Put it back into whatever brought you the next customer.
25 October 2026 · 4 min read
Should you ask for a deposit? Usually, yes
Deposits cut no-shows and pay for materials up front. Here is how much to ask and how to say it.
21 October 2026 · 4 min read
When can you leave your job for your business?
Not when it feels exciting. When three months of sales cover your bills, with something left over.
20 October 2026 · 6 min read