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
Moving from spreadsheet to software
Worried about moving away from your spreadsheet?
In this episode Dan takes a listener question on making the move from spreadsheet to accounting software.
He chats about the different products out th…
5+ Tax returns a year? Making Tax Digital is coming
5+ Tax returns a year for the self-employed is coming!
In this episode Dan gives you an overview of the new 'Making Tax Digital' for income tax/self-assessment system.
Massive changes incoming.
He ch…
Tax deductions for hair, clothes, medical & personal care?
Wondering if you can deduct your hair, clothes, medical bills or other personal care against your tax bill?
In this episode Dan runs you through some examples of where this might, or might not, be po…
The magic of margins - the basics
What are margins? Why are they important? Why are they magic!?
In this episode Dan runs you through the basics of margins and why they are super important for all small business owners to understand.
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How to find the time to work ON your business
You’ve all heard the catchphrase right? ‘Work ON not In’ - but how!?
In this episode Dan shares tips from strategies gleaned from working with business owners for years, on how to actually find time …
Getting your prices right in tough times
Not sure if you have your prices 'right'?
In this episode Dan talks through the issue of pricing, particularly right now in tighter economic times.
He chats about increases, decreases, margins, value…
How to find motivation as a business owner
Struggling for motivation?
In this episode Dan talks through some strategies we've seen work well with business owners, to re discover that love and motivation for your business.
He chats about minds…
Tax-free allowances for limited companies?
So, do limited companies have a tax free allowance?
In this episode Dan answers the question on whether there is actually a tax free threshold/allowance for a limited company.
He chats about VAT regi…
Happy new tax year! How to make the best of 22-23
Happy new (tax) year! In this one Dan chats about opportunties this tax year, and some key pitfalls to avoid.
He chats about early tax returns, VAT, salaries, Super Deductions... all this and more on…
Business trends to watch for in 2022
In this episode Dan gives a run down of the major points from the keynote speeches delivered at Accountex 2022, the larget accounting conference in the UK.
He chats about having to do 5 tax returns a…
How to sell in tough times feat. Will Palmer
Want to get better at selling?
In this one Dan chats to sales and business development expert Will Palmer on selling during tough business conditions... all this and more on today's HeelanHub!
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3 Easy ways to check your book-keeping
Want to get better at book-keeping?
In this one Dan chats how to spot errors in your book-keeping, common mistakes, how to be more pro... all this and more on today's HeelanHub!
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Expenses before you start your business (Self-Employed)
In this episode Dan chats about what happens when you spend money to before you start your self-employed buinsess.
He chats about pre trade expenses, websites, MacBooks... all this and more on today'…
Dealing with tough times in business - practical advice
In this episode Dan chats about what *not to do* in tough trading times, based on experience with working with business owners every day.
He chats about being a hedgehog, pricing, tax, planning, pani…
VAT Worries! Accounting for VAT before registration
In this episode Dan answers a question from a listener on VAT registration.
He chats about VAT registration, when you have to pay VAT, when you can recover it, worries, penalties... all this and more…
Self Employed Motor Expense Basics
In this episode Dan gives you a run through of the rules around travel and motor expenses for the self employed.
He chats about mileage, car costs, repairs, servicing.... all this an more on today's …
Last minute stuff to do before 5th April (to save tax)
In this episode Dan gives you some last minute tax saving tips, as we approach the tax year end.
He chats about dividends, salary, marriage, gains.... all this an more on today's HeelanHub!
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The stuff from the Spring Statement you need to know
In this episode Dan gives you a summary of all the important announcements from the Spring Statement.
He chats about National Insurance, Employers Allowance, tax cuts, fuel prices.... all this an mor…
Should I register for VAT?
In this episode Dan gives you the answer to this common question.
He chats about scenarios where you might want to register, where you won't, reclaiming VAT, pricing....... all this and more on today…
Tiptoe with Crypto - Crypto Tax Basics
In this episode Dan gives you the basic need-to-know things to watch out for taxwise, when dealing with Crypto.
He chats about trading coins, swapping assets, buying stuff, record keeping....... all…