Prowess Journal

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SINCE 2002 · WOMEN IN BUSINESS

5 Ways to Grow Your Business Using Social Media in 2026

Social media is no longer optional for UK small businesses. According to Ofcom’s Online Nation 2024 report, 96% of UK adults now use the internet, and YouTube and WhatsApp are the most widely used online platforms. For around 1.6 million self-employed women in the UK, reported in ONS labour market data from 2024, social media […]

Making Tax Digital Self-Assessment: 2026 Guide for UK Women

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) is now live for higher-earning sole traders and landlords. Since 6 April 2026, HMRC has required anyone with qualifying income above £50,000 to keep digital records and send quarterly updates through MTD-compatible software. If your qualifying income is between £30,000 and £50,000, you must […]