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HR & Finance Survival Guide - Start Up September® 2026

By Let’s Do Business Group

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No Jargon. No Confusion. Just the Basics to Keep Your Business Safe and Profitable

Running out of cash and mismanaging your first hires are the two biggest reasons early businesses fail. This workshop bridges the gap between your bank account and your people, giving you a simple, step-by-step roadmap to survive your first years.

Split into two mini workshops, this HR & Finance Survival Guide event covers all the basics to ensure your business is off to a flying start - from understanding key elements of finance and accounting, to how to build a team that will grow with your business. Stay for both sessions, or attend just one - your free booking covers both!

Running from 11am - 1.30pm, this workshop will cover:

Part 1: Basic Money & Tax (11am - 12pm) - Delivered by Ashdown Hurrey

Cash vs. Profit: Why businesses with great sales still go bankrupt, and how to track your physical cash.

The Burn Rate: Learn exactly how to calculate how much money you spend each month.

Receipts & Invoices: How to write invoices that get paid faster and track expenses digitally (software).

Tax Efficiency: A beginner's checklist of standard business expenses you can claim back.

(30 minute comfort break)

Part 2: Basic People & Hiring (12:30pm - 1:30pm) - Delivered by PeopleHR

Your First Hire: The exact legal checklist you need before bringing anyone on board.

Contractor vs. Employee: Avoid massive legal fines by classifying your helpers correctly (status check).

The True Cost: Calculate hidden employer costs like national insurance and pensions.

Easy Management: Simple scripts to give constructive feedback and run quick team meetings.

Event details:

Date: Thursday 24th September 2026

Time: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Location: Freedom Works - The Palace Workspace, 1-3 Robertson Street, Hastings TN34 1HT

About the Hosts:

Ashdown Hurrey

Ashdown Hurrey is a trusted accountancy firm based in East Sussex, supporting individuals and businesses with practical, professional advice across accounting, tax and business matters. With a focus on building strong, long-term relationships with their clients, the team combines expert knowledge with a friendly, approachable service.

PeopleHR

PeopleHR is an HR consultancy based in Hastings, helping businesses navigate the people side of their organisation with practical, professional and approachable HR support. Run by Nicky Histed, PeopleHR works with businesses to provide guidance across a range of HR matters, helping employers build positive workplaces and manage their people with confidence.

Start Up September® 2026

Start Up September is Let's Do Business Group's annual campaign supporting aspiring entrepreneurs, start-ups and early-stage businesses. Throughout September, we're teaming up with local partners to deliver free events, workshops and expert-led sessions, plus 30-minute one-to-one drop-in clinics with experienced business professionals.

Alongside the live programme, you'll get access to free downloadable templates and guides covering business plans, cash flow, budgeting and more.

Whether you're exploring an idea, preparing to launch or growing an existing business, Start Up September gives you the practical support, expert guidance and community to help you move forward.

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