The UK’s latest budget from Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has raised household bills, business costs, and everyday expenses. But despite these challenges, now is the perfect time to start your own business in the UK and take control of your financial future.
Across the country, anxiety and uncertainty are growing — and the media thrives on spreading fear.
But here’s the truth: you have the power to choose a different path.
Change Your Mindset, Change Your Future
Money is energy, and right now, most people are channelling that energy into fear and worry.
But history proves that the greatest opportunities are born during tough times.
I started my first business during the early 1990s recession, and again in the 2000s downturn.
Fear was everywhere — but I made a decision: I refused to participate in the recession.
That decision led to a business that thrived for over 30 years.
Why Starting Your Own Business Now Makes Sense
If you’re employed, launching a side business is one of the smartest and most tax-efficient moves you can make.
Here’s why:
✅ Business expenses are tax-deductible — laptops, travel, stationery, part of your household bills (if you work from home), marketing, insurance, training, and even some financial costs.
✅ Losses can work in your favour — if you make a loss in your first year, you may qualify for a tax refund or carry the loss forward to offset future profits.
✅ The government supports your training — any courses or training you take to launch your business can be written off as tax-deductible expenses. In effect, the government helps pay to get you ready.
👉 For official details, visit the UK Government website.
What Business Should You Start?
The best business is one that allows you to start earning as soon as you finish training.
For example, I launched my self-defence training business years ago — and that led to multiple successful ventures.
Today, the BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Trainer Course offers a ready-to-go business opportunity, providing:
✅ A Nationally Recognised BTEC Level 3 Qualification
✅ The ability to award BTEC Level 2 certifications to your students
✅ Lesson plans, presentations, and over £1800 in free bonuses
✅ Ongoing expert support and advice
Even better? You can start earning right after completing the course.
Build Your Own Economy and Thrive
Starting your own business isn’t just about survival — it’s about taking control of your financial future.
While others stay frozen by fear, you can build something that lasts.
As someone who built a business from scratch and ran it for nearly three decades, I’m passionate about helping others do the same.
👉 If you’d like a free 30-minute strategy call with Trevel Henry or Robert Landells to explore the BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Trainer Course, click here to book it now.
Crisis or Opportunity? You Decide.
Success starts with mindset. Choose to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s opportunities.
If you’d like to chat with me personally, send me a message or opt in for a free 30-minute strategy call with one of us — We’re always happy to offer guidance from experience, without any commercial interest.
(Post published with the permission of Mark Dawes, the former Director of NFPS Ltd).