Becoming Self Employed or an Independent Contractor

Self-employment requires constant hard work and dedication, even for those who use it to earn money part-time. It's common to emphasize job hunting during tough economic times, but even in prosperity self-employed professionals have to constantly search for new opportunities to make money and market skills. Self-employment requires good organization, marketing and Internet savvy, discipline...and that's just for starters.

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Taking the First Steps to Self-Employment

by KC Morgan
Start A Business Plan Today

by Bonny Albo
A Complete Guide to Self-Employment Taxes

by KC Morgan

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Self-Employed By Choice, or By Force?

For some, being self-employed is a dream come true, an important choice. But for others, it's pretty much a last option. Who will be more successful?

Feb 7, 2012 – KC Morgan

The Self-Employed Are Going Out of Business

As the Great Recession goes on, the self-employed are becoming part of a smaller and smaller group of professionals.

Feb 1, 2012 – KC Morgan

Does the State of the Union Include Plans for the Self-Employed?

The state of the union is getting stronger, according to President Obama. But how about the state of self-employment for the 22 million who are in it?

Jan 25, 2012 – KC Morgan

Get a Webcam, Create a Home-Based Business

Thanks to the Internet, people don't have to leave home to shop. But what else might people want to do online? Get a webcam to start a home-based business.

Jan 20, 2012 – KC Morgan

Some Industries Favor Small Business

In some industries, there's a big difference between being self-employed and being a self-employed CEO. Data shows which industries favor small business.

Jan 9, 2012 – KC Morgan

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