Wise.

05/06/2026

In a genuine self-employment model, the driver is responsible for finding a qualified substitute if they can't work.

If you, as the engager, are the one sourcing the replacement, you’ve likely crossed the line into an employer-employee relationship.

Ultimatley your business is at risk and its important you have steps in place to ensure:

✅ The substitute is fully qualified
✅ Documents and evidences are valid
✅ Your compliance standards are met

You provide the standards. Anything less puts your business at risk ⚠️.

Don't let the right of substitution become a blind spot for your business liability!

04/06/2026

Great to see Joseph Simpson and the team from Red Arrow Distribution enjoying the perks of Club Wembley membership recently.

It is always a genuine pleasure hosting our clients for these matchday experiences. There is nothing quite like the atmosphere under the arch to build great relationships! ⚽

03/06/2026

Talking Wise or Talking Stickee? 🤔

We’re celebrating a massive milestone this week - the 6-year Wise work anniversary of Dan & James 🎉.

Skip to 59:19 to watch a a chaotic game of Mr & Mrs...From exposing each other’s red flags to deciding who’s the most vain, messiest, and high maintenance (yikes! 😅) - it turns out 11 years together still isn’t enough time to agree on everything.

While they’ve been shaping the Wise culture for 6 years, this dynamic duo has actually been working together for 11 years total. Their evident love for their previous company (shout out Stickee! ❤️) and the fundamentals they brought with them are a huge part of the DNA of our team today.

We sat down with them to chat about:

💜 Why creating a (more than) good culture at Wise is so important to them both
💜 The next three years for Wise
💜 Six years, six insights

🎧 Links to watch/listen:

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vSL6D0
https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vSJWl0
https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vSKXJ0

02/06/2026

Financial risk is the bedrock of self-employment.

If you’re managing a fleet of drivers, you need to ask yourself three critical questions:

1️⃣ Do your drivers generate and submit their own invoices?
2️⃣ Are they VAT registered (or responsible for their own tax affairs)?
3️⃣ Do they actually carry financial risk? (e.g., fuel costs, vehicle maintenance, or the risk of loss on a job?)

If you're nodding no or not entirely sure, it's likely the lines between self-employed and employed have got blurred.

Make sure your contracts are watertight before you end up in choppy waters! ⚖️

29/05/2026

One of our latest reviews made our hearts burst a little… 💜

We appreciate every review, but when clients take the time to leave detailed feedback, it really means a lot - we know how busy they are.

A huge thank you to Matthew Heslop for taking the time to write such a fabulous review…and a shout-out to Dan Pegg! 🙌

27/05/2026

🚨The UK employment landscape just saw its biggest shake-up in a generation with the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Our Head of People and Culture, Hannah Jarrad, and People & Culture Executive, Grace Walsingham, recently sat down to to talk us through the must-know changes.

There is a lot going on in this episode, but just to be absolutely clear on the acronyms: they are discussing BPPL (Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave)...not a BBL. Both involve significant changes, but only one is getting signed off by finance this quarter 🤣🙈.

Whether you are an HR professional, a business owner, or managing a supply chain, this breakdown will help you stay ahead of the legislation.

🎧 Links to watch or listen below:

YouTube: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vGHvj0
Spotify: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vGG4j0
Apple: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vGKC00

26/05/2026

🚨 The new ""taxi tax"" hits London drivers 🚨

From January 2026, new rules around the Tour Operators’ Margin Scheme (TOMS) mean London taxi and private hire drivers may face higher VAT obligations.

To help drivers navigate this shift, Beamin has partnered with EaziTax to provide industry-leading technology and tailored tax advice.

Read the full press release here 👇

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vCVlt0

And if you want to understand what this really means in practice, Gary Jacobs, owner of EaziTax, recently featured on our podcast - breaking down what self-employment really looks like across industries, and why the same challenges keep showing up.

Missed it? Links below:

YouTube: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vCQVn0
Spotify: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vCVnj0
Apple: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vCRkf0

Recent changes to the Tour Operators' Margin Scheme have caused concerns for VAT-registered drivers in London's transport sector.

22/05/2026

Documentation is your best friend.

If you're deducting drivers for things like vehicle damage, parcel loss, or fines - having a clear audit trail isn’t just helpful, it’s essential.

As our Compliance Executive (and Doctor of Law) [Kryssy Studley] puts it: “If it’s not in writing, it didn’t happen.”

And that’s exactly what is asked for in tribunals - evidence. When everything is documented, you remove the “he said, she said” and replace it with clear, factual evidence that protects your business.

The Wise platform does the heavy lifting for you.

With built-in digital audit trails for driver deductions, you get full transparency - giving both your business and your drivers complete visibility every step of the way.

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0tF-F90

21/05/2026

The proof is in the pudding with Wise Advantage 😋

Last month one client saved £13,000, all from a simple fuel card review with CareFuel.

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Wise clients are eligible for a free fuel card review with CareFuel through Wise Advantage - don’t let overspending on fuel eat into your profits!

𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 - 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗲, 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹. 🚀

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0tFX060

20/05/2026

What actually happens in a sales team? 👀

Our sales team are on the mic sharing what sales really looks like behind the scenes. You’re probably picturing suits, aggressive handshakes, and someone chasing you for a follow-up email…

But at Wise, it’s a whole different game.

We’ve got honesty from Lily Weals (who hated it for the first 3 months 😅), an acapella attempt from Tom Kirk, Amelia Stafford’s movie character moment, and a 30-second “elevator pitch” from Simon Keeves. It’s jam packed.

Hear from the people who actually grow the platform - from the buzz of that first closed deal to the “silver bullet” features that make prospects realise what they’re missing out on 👏.

No corporate jargon. No scripted answers. Just honest conversations about how the team gets things done 💜.

🎧 Links to watch and or listen below:

YouTube: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vtHkp0
Spotify: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vtJhS0
Apple: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vtJf30