Insights
Insights for independent recruiters.
Practical thinking on independence, the market, and the tools shaping how recruitment works, from the team at Unknown Potential.
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Coming soon
What we’ll be writing about.
Going Independent
Decision-making, pros and cons, who it works for, and everything involved in making the move.
Earnings & Commission
How commission splits work, what's typical, and what keeping 85% of your billing actually looks like.
Finance & Tax
Self-Assessment, allowable expenses, payments on account, and what to expect in your first year as self-employed.
Compliance & Legal
IR35, restrictive covenants, GDPR, and the legal landscape for independent consultants.