The HeelanHub Podcast
A podcast for UK small business owners.
A mix of business, finance & tax tips presented by business owner and accountant Dan Heelan.
We chat about the practical things you need to know as a business owner, whether you are a start up or experienced owner looking for more education. After all.... you don't get taught this in school.
We also weave in various interviews with real owners about their challenges and successes on the roller-coaster that is building a business.
Different sectors, multiple problems, varying goals. In this show we get insight into their journey as business owners.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 180
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Don't start these 3 small businesses in 2025
Strongly consider if you really want to start these 3 businesses.
In this episode Dan gives his opinion on some of the businesses we see with high failure rates.
He chats about franchises, buying bus…
Tips for starting a small business in 2025
Starting a small business in 2025?
In this episode Dan shares some tips from his experience working with brand new startups over the years.
He chats about planning, getting customers, marketing, mone…
How to start a limited company in 2025
Thinking of starting a limited company? In this episode Dan chats about how you start one.
He chats about the key decisions you need to make, bank accounts, SIC codes, registered offices…. all this a…
Getting help with your business - interview with Tim from the FSB
Business can be lonely.
But there are organisations out there to help you.
In this episode Dan interviews Tim Brook from the Federation of Small Business (FSB)
He chats about lawyers, business trends…
Should I be a limited company?
Thinking of starting a limited company in 2025?
In this episode Dan runs through his thoughts on whether a limited company is a good idea or not.
He chats about tax, hassle, credibility, investors…. …
Tis the season for (corporate) gifting!
Who doesn’t want a gift from HMRC?
In this episode Dan gives you a quick recap of how corporate gifts, staff/team gifts and xmas ‘dos’ work!
He chats about gifts, meals, turkeys, xmas decorations…. a…
Are you paying too much tax?
So you’ve seen your mate is living the life and paying no tax- how is this possible?
In this episode Dan discusses this issue.
He chats about profits, tax, allowances, accountants, trust schemes, soc…
The 'Horror' Budget 2024 - Small Business Special
In this episode Dan discusses the recent Budget given by Rachel Reeves the UK chancellor.
He chats about that bits that really matter to the small business owner, including tax rises, wages rises, Na…
Scary changes coming for employers - Interview with The Peas
Small employer or want to be? Time to prepare for change.
In this episode Dan is joined by special guests Rebecca and Kay from Peas in a Pod Consulting to discuss the upcoming Employment Rights Bill …
When should you register for a self-employed tax return?
New to self-employment and wondering when you should register?
In this episode Dan discusses when you need to register and how it works.
He chats about employment status, business names, UTRs…. all t…
Tax Rises Coming - Rumours, News and Rants
Worrying about what the new government are doing to do with tax?
In this episode Dan collates all the news and gives his thoughts about what might happen come the October 2024 Budget.
He chats about …
What you need to file for your limited company
Wondering what you need to file for a limited company?
In this episode Dan recaps what you need to file and when for your limited company.
He chats about deadlines, penalties, tools…. all this and mo…
The top 3 mistakes around food, meals, travel and entertainment
Do you remember the difference between travel, subsistence and ‘entertainment’?
In this episode Dan recaps the differences and runs through the key mistakes we see from owners when dealing with these…
The best way to complete your tax return - cash or accrual?
Did you know there are two ways to complete your self-employed tax return?
In this episode Dan runs through the options and gives some thoughts on what is ‘best’.
He chats about cash, accruals, tax, …
Ultimate advice to improve your business finances
Whether you are a start up or a more mature business, there is something in this one for you.
In this episode Dan runs through his thoughts on improving the finances in your small business
He chats a…
3 New small business trends to watch in 2024 (so far)
In this episode Dan runs through 3 trends we are seeing in the small business world right now, and some thoughts on how to keep ahead of them.
He chats about profits, payments, brand, cost pressures……
Self-employment vs Employment - what's better?
So what is better? Self-employed or employed, where tax is concerned.
In this episode Dan runs through the benefits (and some downsides) to self employment.
He chats about tax, expenses, national ins…
How pensions can save tax (basics)
Pensions are oddly useful when it comes to tax savings.
In this episode Dan runs through the basics on how tax savings work with pensions.
He chats about tax relief, pension pots, employers contribut…
How depreciation affects your tax bill
Why should you care about depreciation?
In this episode Dan runs through how depreciation affects you and your business.
He chats about what depreciation is, policies, methods, tax…. all this and mor…
The 5 best business books
Business books are everywhere - so what’s ‘the best’ ones?
In this episode Dan runs through his own opinions on what he considers to be the best 5 books out there.
More, including links to buy on our…