Self-Employed

Self-Employed articles, tips, & templates you need to run and grow your business.

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Self-employed

The ultimate guide to starting a sole proprietorship in Canada

October 16, 2023

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Self-employed

Self-Employed: How to Successfully Build Your Business

February 24, 2022

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How to become a freelancer: Tips for success

September 25, 2024

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Freelance taxes Canada: How to pay quarterly payments

August 29, 2024

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A guide to registering your self-employed business in Canada

August 20, 2024

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Benefits of self-employment  

August 20, 2024

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Proof of income for self-employed Canadians: A complete guide

August 20, 2024

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How Canadians are making side hustles work for them

July 11, 2024

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Choosing between an owner's draw and salary: What Canadian entrepreneurs need to know

June 5, 2024

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Self-employed

The ultimate guide to starting a sole proprietorship in Canada

October 16, 2023

Self-employed

Am I an Independent Contractor, Freelancer or Employee?

September 23, 2021

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How to Start a Cleaning Business

September 21, 2021

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How to Start a Painting Business

September 20, 2021

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How to Become a Freelance Web Designer

September 20, 2021

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How to Become a Freelance Photographer in 8 Steps

September 19, 2021

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How to Start a Freelance Carpentry Business

September 13, 2021

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Canada Pension Plan Contributions for Self-Employed Entrepreneurs

December 17, 2020

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Understanding Canadian Self-Employment Tax Forms

December 15, 2020

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Self-Employed Guide to CERB

April 29, 2020

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7 Ways to Keep the Kids Busy While You’re Working from Home

March 26, 2020

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How to register as self-employed business owner

February 19, 2020

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The ins and outs of small business bank accounts: what you need to know before making a choice

February 12, 2020

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7 Reasons Why Amazon Sellers Need Quickbooks

February 11, 2020

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How to Become a Project Management Professional

December 28, 2019

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Does Work Life Balance Exist for the Self Employed?

June 5, 2019

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Self-employed

Self-Employed: How to Successfully Build Your Business

April 20, 2019

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5 Ways To Minimize Self Employment Tax

January 15, 2019

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Making Your Business Decisions With Finance Methods and Models

December 15, 2018

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What To Expect When Starting a Consulting Business

November 13, 2018

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How to Find the Perfect Business Coach for Your Needs

May 11, 2018

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15 Must-Have Apps for Freelance Tutors in Canada

May 11, 2018

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Why You Should Become an Independent Paralegal

March 7, 2018

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Running your business

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A Guide to Canadian Labour and Employment Laws

February 22, 2021

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When and How to File a Record of Employment

November 30, 2022

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How to Pay Yourself as a Business Owner

July 4, 2022

Growing your business

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Marketing

How to Create a Marketing Plan

September 2, 2021

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Marketing

Types of Marketing for Small Businesses

September 3, 2021

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Growing a business

How to grow your business in 6 steps

July 8, 2024

Expenses

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Expenses

How to Write Off Vehicle Expenses

May 2, 2019

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Expenses

How to Expense Mileage, Entertainment & Meals

November 20, 2020

Expenses

How To Import & Track Expenses Automatically for Maximum Productivity

November 13, 2019

Invoicing

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Invoicing

What are Invoice Payment Terms?

October 26, 2020

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Invoicing

How to Create an Invoice Template in Word

April 1, 2022

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Invoicing

How to Send an Invoice

October 26, 2020

Payroll

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Payroll

Understanding Small Business Payroll Accounting & Journal Entries

October 20, 2020

Payroll

Payroll Deductions and Remittances: What You Need to Know

February 24, 2023

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Payroll

How to set up payroll: a step-by-step guide

December 19, 2024

Taxes

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The small business owner's guide to provincial sales tax

January 9, 2024

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Common self-employed tax deductions in Canada

January 15, 2024

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What Is a Deferred Tax?

December 30, 2016

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