Canadians start side hustles for a number of reasons, and one of the most common is to dig themselves out of debt. When many people are struggling to get by, they may go deeper into debt and then have a more difficult time finding the money to pay it off. Add interest on top of […]
One of the benefits of working online for 25 years is the opportunity to see digital businesses grow and expand, while noting how they do so. Any business has empire potential, but some online business models are consistent winners. When you combine proven business models with today’s demand, you have an unbeatable growth strategy to […]
Whether you’re a freelancer, virtual assistant, or remote worker (or if you teach people in those groups), it pays to keep an eye on the highest-paying, in-demand skills. The data is invaluable as you determine the most lucrative way to grow your skillset in today’s market. In the press release below, Freelancer shares this data […]
An increasing number of Canadians are turning to online business as an income option while they’re unemployed, or to supplement a lower-paying job until they find a better one. Many do well enough to never go back to a conventional workplace.
One of the hottest “work at home” businesses is becoming a VA (Virtual Assistant). Virtual assistants are, technically, freelancers who may do anything from social media management to secretarial tasks. Whatever skill you have that can be done remotely, is marketable under the ‘Virtual Assistant’ label.
The demand for used products has never been higher, and entrepreneurial Canadians have been happy to provide them. From stay-at-home moms trying to supplement the household income, to side hustlers, and retailers, second-hand items are bringing in a tidy sum. In fact, half of Canadians say they’ve found reselling their unwanted items (recommerce) is a […]
Many Canadians are interested in selling products online, either with their own website or through an online marketplace. Drop shipping provides a low-risk option for starting an ecommerce business in Canada, because it doesn’t require you to stock inventory or deal with shipping.
I’ve been working online in Canada for over 20 years, and I started earning money from blogging long before it was cool. For all but a few years it has been a full-time endeavor, but it makes a nice side gig as well.
Canada is second only to the United States when it comes to entrepreneurial activity, beating much of the developed world. Micro-businesses and the self-employed are thriving in Canada’s gig economy. StatsCan latest data reported there were 2,770,234 active businesses without employees and with annual revenues greater than $30,000.
Canadian teenagers often struggle to find part-time jobs, especially in a field related to their career aspirations. Starting an online side hustle isn’t only an income opportunity, it’s also a chance to broaden, improve & demonstrate your proficiency in high-demand skills. It’s time well spent, whether you’re pursuing a career or entrepreneurship.
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