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1st Formations

Name: 1st Formations
Address: 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2H9JQ, GB
Telephone: +442038972233
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26/08/2026

Happy International Dog Day! 🐶

If you’ve ever thought you could happily spend your working day surrounded by dogs, today might be the perfect excuse to explore the idea.

Dog walking can be a rewarding way to turn a love of animals into a business, with relatively low startup costs and plenty of flexibility.

Thinking about giving it a go?

🐾 Decide what services you’ll offer, from solo walks to group walks or pet sitting

📍 Research your local market and work out what other dog walkers are charging

🛡️ Look into the insurance, licences, and other requirements that may apply to your business

📣 Build your reputation through great customer service and word-of-mouth recommendations

For more tips and tricks, take a look at our guide on how to start your own dog walking business:
https://www.1stformations.co.uk/resources/how-to-start-dog-walking-business/

And now for the important bit... Drop a picture of your dog in the comments! We'd love to see them. 👇

Find out how to start a dog walking business in the UK – from startup costs and insurance to pricing, licensing, and registering with HMRC.

17/08/2026

Miss your Companies House accounts deadline and a £150 fine is just the beginning. 💸

For a private limited company, filing more than six months late can mean a £1,500 penalty. File late for a second consecutive year and that fine doubles to £3,000.

And the consequences go beyond the fine. Companies House can start the process of forcibly closing a company that hasn’t filed its accounts, while late filing can also damage your reputation with lenders, suppliers and business partners.

There’s also one deadline many directors may not know about: if you need more time, you can apply for an extension of up to three months, but you must do it before your original deadline.

Want to know what else can happen if you miss your deadline, including the rules around dormant companies and appealing a penalty? Check out our new video guide. 👇

Missing your Companies House accounts deadline can have serious con...

13/08/2026

It's A-Level Results Day again. But when you're hiring, are grades really the best way to spot talent? 🤔

For small startup teams, skills like adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn can be just as valuable as formal qualifications.

Many successful founders didn’t follow a traditional path into entrepreneurship. They built businesses by learning, adapting, and solving problems along the way. The same qualities can make someone a great addition to a growing team.

The latest ONS figures show 34.5 million people were in employment in March to May 2026, highlighting the scale of the talent pool available to businesses.

If you're a founder making your first hire, the question shouldn't always be: “Does this person tick every box?” Instead, you should ask yourself: “Do they have the mindset to grow with us?”

With the right training, mentoring, and support, someone with potential can become the person your business needs.

If you’re preparing to make your first hire, our guide covers everything you need to know, from choosing the right employee to understanding your responsibilities as an employer:
https://www.1stformations.co.uk/resources/hire-your-first-employee/

💬 Business owners: what matters more when hiring for a growing company – qualifications or the ability to learn and adapt?

Learn how to hire your first employee in the UK. Follow this practical guide to confidently handle payroll, contracts, and compliance.

11/08/2026

There are new rules for how businesses must handle data protection complaints. Is your business ready? ✅

Since 19 June 2026, organisations that control personal data have been required to have a process for handling data protection complaints. That includes startups and small businesses.

The rules mean you need to make it easy for people to complain, acknowledge complaints within 30 days, investigate them without undue delay, keep people updated, and provide an outcome.

Getting your process right can help you meet your legal obligations, resolve issues before they escalate, and build trust with the people whose data you handle.

Check out our new guide to find out what the new rules mean for your business and what your complaints process needs to include. 👇

New UK data protection complaints rules apply from 19 June 2026, including small businesses. Here's what your business must do to stay compliant.

06/08/2026

Working from home? You could be missing out on tax-deductible business expenses.

If you run a limited company from home, claiming the right expenses can help reduce your tax bill. Yet many directors overlook costs they're entitled to reclaim.

Here are three worth checking:

💡 A proportion of your utility bills, such as electricity and heating

🌐 Broadband and phone costs used for business purposes

🖨️ Office equipment and supplies, from printers to stationery

These are just a few of the expenses you may be able to claim.

Want to know the other five? We've rounded them up in our latest guide, along with what you can claim and the rules to be aware of. 👇

Discover 8 key working-from-home expenses UK taxpayers can claim to reduce their tax bills. Master the process with our expert guide.

04/08/2026

More couples are turning to wedding planners to help bring their dream day to life – creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs with a passion for events.

Starting a wedding planning business can be an exciting way to turn your creativity and organisational skills into a career. But building a successful business takes more than great ideas.

Thinking about making the leap? Here are some important steps:

📋 Research the market and define your services
🤝 Build a reliable network of venues and suppliers
💻 Create a strong online presence to attract clients
🏢 Choose the right business structure for your plans

Whether you’re planning your first event or building a long-term career, getting the foundations right can help turn your idea into a real business.

Check out our latest guide for more tips to help you launch with confidence. 👇

Learn how to become a wedding planner in the UK, including skills, qualifications, no-experience routes, salaries, pricing, business setup and how to find your first clients.

29/07/2026

The summer holidays are here, and for many business owners that means spinning even more plates than usual.

Whether you're juggling client work with childcare, covering for team members on annual leave, or simply trying to take a proper break yourself, time suddenly becomes your most valuable resource.

Time freedom is about building a business that can keep moving when you're not at your desk.

Our latest guide shares practical ways to create better systems, delegate effectively, and take back control of your schedule.

👉 Read the full guide to achieving time freedom as an entrepreneur:
https://www.1stformations.co.uk/blog/how-to-achieve-time-freedom/

Discover what time freedom really means for founders, and the practical steps to build more control over your time as your business grows.

22/07/2026

Successful aren't born with something special. They build the right mindset over time.

According to our latest guide, three traits consistently help founders navigate uncertainty and keep moving forward:

💡 – backing your idea, even before others do
🎯 Self-efficacy – trusting yourself to learn, adapt, and solve problems
💪 – staying the course when things don't go to plan

The reality is that every faces setbacks. The difference is how they respond to them. 👇

Discover the 3 traits that define successful entrepreneurs, and learn how to develop them using proven, psychology-backed strategies.

20/07/2026

The biggest legal mistakes aren't usually complicated. They're the simple ones founders didn't know they were making.

Getting the legal basics right from day one can save you time, money, and stress later.

Here are a few common pitfalls to avoid:

📄 Choosing the wrong business structure
🤝 Skipping written agreements with co-founders or clients
®️ Forgetting to protect your brand and intellectual property
⚖️ Overlooking your legal responsibilities as a company director

A little planning now can prevent much bigger problems as your business grows.

Looking for more tips? Read our guide to the legal mistakes every startup should avoid. 👇

Discover some of the most common legal mistakes that catch new founders off guard and how to avoid them from day one.

17/07/2026

Strong communities create stronger businesses. That's why we're proud to support the Young Camden Foundation.

Every young person deserves the chance to develop their skills, build confidence, and access new . Through our partnership with the Young Camden Foundation, we're helping support the organisations making that happen across .

Supporting also means supporting the communities they come from. It's something we're passionate about, and we're proud to play a small part.

Read more about our partnership and why it matters. 👇

1st Formations attended the Young Camden Foundation Summer Party. Discover how we're supporting the charity ahead of its 10th anniversary.

Address

71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden
London
WC2H9JQ

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+442038972233

Website

https://www.1stformations.co.uk/

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