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Question about benefits.?

OK. I am thinking about going self employed, but before I do so I need to know if I can get any benefits if things arnt working out at first. I dont want to be in the situation where I am spending all my money on getting the business up and running, but not getting anything to live on.

Can I get job seekers allowence? How about housing and council tax benefits. What would I be entitled to and how would it work out?

Thanks in advance.

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if ur self employed u can still claim working/child tax credits and housing/council tax benefit. u r asked to give an estimate of yr income for the first 13 weeks and the figures are based on that then they review it up or down depending on yr income. i went self employed after being on income support for a couple of years (due to having to be full time carer for my mum) i got all of those benefits plus £40 in work credit for a year and £200 back to work grant but u have to have been on income support for a year i think to qualify for these. good luck.

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• You will be able to claim Working Tax Credits. If you say that you are working over 36 hours a week, and earning small amounts initially, then you will get WTC. If you are claiming WTC, you are entitled to Housing Benefits. Good luck with you new business.
• Yes you can apply for a certificate of small earnings off HM Revenue and Customs. This may entitle you to some sort of small benefit. You can check out their website for further information on self employment and help and advice that they offer.
• You are best checking on DirectGov.I know you can't claim tax credits

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How to become a fitness/gym instructor?

so basically i am 16 currently at sixth form and decided a few years ago i wanted to go into the fitness industry such as in a gym helping people use the equipment etc.

i was just wondering where would i start to become one? i was trying to get on a government funded course with lifestyle but as im in education they would not fund it as they put money into colleges to do the course.

do you think i should ring back and mention if i get onto the course i will drop out of college (to be honest i hate going there) or should i try somewhere else.

i have no current qualifications towards this at the moment, but will be doing a first aid course very soon.

sorry if its a bit much to read

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There are plenty of potential hurdles for children in work, many of them legal, moms and dads need to be watchful about that. There is plenty of assistance from the site in the box below on this subject, they also have assistance for all peeps who are looking for work, or who need to change careers.

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I haven't been paid what can I do?

I work for a local authority in the UK on a relief part time youth worker contract. Anyway I did a few hours for them and now for the second month I haven't been paid! the first month I phoned up and asked what was going on and they said they hadn't processed the paper work in time and it would now be paid next month, next month's here and guess what, no money! I'm going to phone them again but was wondering if there is anything more I can do as I'm expecting to be asked to wait again until next month. This is for work done back in July and I think their taking the mickey. It only equates to £100 but it's money I desperately need and I thought I'd be safe working for a local authority.

Any Advice?

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Hi i was in the same situation my boss hardly paid me. I called up my local citizens advice bureau and they gave me very good advice. I suggest you call your local one and see what your options are hun. They said to me though because there was no contract i couldnt do much so my first thin is make sure you have a contract and if not request one but no matter whether or not call the cab and they will help you solve this.

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Interview at 12pm any last minute advice?

I have an interview today at 12pm, with pets at home do you have any last minute advice for me?

i have applied for a job months ago had an interview with them, but they turned me down.

when i got home from town, i had a phone from them, i asking me if i am still looking for a job, i said yes and they offered me an interview.

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Be prepared for the interview as you were previously. Listen closely about the position to determine if it is the same one or a different one. after you have answered all their questions and if they ask you if you have any questions you might ask them the following type of question, How long has the position been empty? This will provide you an idea if it was filled by someone else and they are gone or if they had to wait because of the economy. It will also tell you whether or not you are going to be compared to the previous person who may have left or if you are going to be received with open arms because you are going to be relieving work from others. Good luck I hope it goes well and you get the position

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• Do you know why they turned you down the first time? It's always a good idea to know so you know what you can improve on for today. Being that you applied before, you will know what to expect from them and what they are looking for. Knowing why you want a job is always important, and expressing yourself too. You should know and be able to be truthful about your positive and negative qualities. Also explain what you think you can bring to their store, what is special about you.
  
  Take it you love animals? Good for you and good luck for today, sell yourself! x
• be yourself...
  tell them the truth not just what you think they want to hear an emplyer wants to hire a person not just someone that can read a do's and don'ts list from the internet!
  
  sell yourself, be confident at the end of the day there is nothing to lose
  good luck with it let us know how it goes!!!
  
  ps: DRESS SMARTLY!!!!

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• Think of it as if you were making new friends, not a 'job interview'. Stay calm. Whatever happens be yourself, and you will shine through.
  Best of luck!

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• Be confident and smile. You can never leave the house without a smile! Also think positive.
• Be yourself, don't don't be boastful. Smile be enthusiastic, ask questions and answer all their questions honestly.
  
  Good luck
• Lots of good advice already!
  Be yourself, smartly dressed, be sincere and smile!
  You know a lot about dogs, so tell them about your experiences. I'll think of you @ 12.
  Last but not least: Good luck!
• be yourself.... good luck
• So how did it go? Tell us!

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Apart from doctor and lawyer, how many other careers are acknowledged as being one of the "proffessions"?

i'd like a comprehensive list of jobs that count as one of the professions.

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What constitutes as a profession has changed somewhat through the centuries - and is still open to debate to this day. Here's a good article which may help

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Profession

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• You won't find a comprehensive list, but include teachers, nurses, accountants, computer professionals..... and tons of others.
• dentist, certified public accountant, architect

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Did anyone come across with this?

i had interview on tuesday,
it's all end well, but i am thinking to turn it down
because of the atmosphere at workplace, is quite bad,
so the interviewer told me he will call me on friday
to see if I am successful

Today, is Friday, I didn't get any call from them
so does it mean I didn't get a job?

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Looks that way.

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Do you enjoy your job?

Why or why not ? What is it.

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I adore my job. It was a hobby for over 30 years and now I get paid for what I enjoy. Gardening.

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• I think that in the real world not many people enjoy their job, i've never had a job that i loved and i actually left my job this year to find one that i do. The ones i might love dont pay enough to support my family.
  
  Jobs in 99% of the time are just a means to an end. Try get one you like, good luck
• Hey kid, what is it with you and these questions about jobs? Are you looking to marry a merchant banker or something? I'm curious.
  I quite like my job, I'm still a dental hygienist.
• i own the company so i really enjoy it