28th May 2008, 04:07 PM
I've claimed on all previously, but thank goodness I don't have to do one any more. Plus I used to do PAYE and VAT as well.
I have to admit that the best info I got originally was from the local business link people. However, the course I did (and it was so long ago I can't remember when it was!) did include bits about setting up expenses/cash flow etc stuff, advertising, identifying your product etc. And the business plan stuff is important if you're applying for loans or grants, whether from govt bodies or banks.
As I said before, I think the course is designed as an introduction to many of the business things that we often don't learn as archaeologists, but it's not going to cover everything.
Anyway, I reckon everyones heard my opinion on this now and are probably heartily sick of it!
I have to admit that the best info I got originally was from the local business link people. However, the course I did (and it was so long ago I can't remember when it was!) did include bits about setting up expenses/cash flow etc stuff, advertising, identifying your product etc. And the business plan stuff is important if you're applying for loans or grants, whether from govt bodies or banks.
As I said before, I think the course is designed as an introduction to many of the business things that we often don't learn as archaeologists, but it's not going to cover everything.
Anyway, I reckon everyones heard my opinion on this now and are probably heartily sick of it!