Self Employment Checklist

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Self employment requires time, energy and commitment, especially in the startup stage. Most self-employed people will tell you that a 9-5 workday is pretty much out the window.

Successful self-employed people will also tell you that the extra time and effort are worth it. Here is a summary of the major advantages and challenges of being self-employed. Which one appeals to you? Causes you to worry?

Complete the two questions below by checking the box next to each advantage or challenge that is meaningful to you. Then, add up the number of advantages and the number of challenges you checked. This will give you a good idea of whether self-employment is still something you want to pursue.

Advantages *

You are your own boss

You can define what you choose to do and

You can shape your business with your ideas

You enjoy the financial advantages of your hard work

You take pride and satisfaction in what you do

You learn and develop a variety of skills

You name your own hours

You hire the people you choose

You grow or don’t grow your idea as suits you

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Challenges *

You may risk failure

You may make wrong decisions — it’s all on you

You don’t get benefits like health care, paid vacations or paid holidays automatically

Your income can fluctuate dramatically

You have to keep strict records

You may have to do tasks you don’t like

You may have added expenses

You may have an unstructured work environment

You may work long hours — including nights and weekends

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Add up your Total Challenges and enter them below *

How do the good and the bad stack up for you? Use this as a reality check for assessing the feasibility of self-employment.

IF YOU FEEL THAT SELF EMPLOYMENT IS FOR YOU, TAKE A MOMENT TO ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS or SCROLL DOWN TO SUBMIT THE FORM

What self-employment model(s) best suit your personality and financial requirements?

Running a Part-Time Business on the side

Freelancing or Contracted Services

Owning your own Micro-Business or Small Business

Starting a Social Enterprise or Non-Profit

Not Sure

Is your family or personal circle supportive of your self-employment choice?

Yes

Not Sure

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From where would you work?

From Home

Outside the Home

Not Sure

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Do you need employees to get started?

Yes

Not Sure

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How soon would you like to get started?

Immediately

1-2 Years

3-5 Years

Not Sure

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