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Five Bulk Food Businesses to Start Online in Canada

By Melody McKinnon on June 11, 2019 8 Comments Canadian business opportunities, Canadian e-commerce, Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian web-based business, work at home Canada

There are countless online opportunities for Canadian entrepreneurs. Our country is large and its population is scattered, which creates a unique demand. While many products are available in the US there is a strong preference to buy Canadian whenever it is feasible to do so if for no other reason than the low Canadian dollar, […]

How to Start Affiliate Marketing in Canada ©

By Melody McKinnon on May 2, 2019 2 Comments Affiliate income, Canadian affiliate marketing, Canadian affiliate programs, Canadian web-based business, work at home Canada

I’m a Canadian affiliate marketing veteran, having started in the late 90’s. That means I was there when huge affiliate networks like Commission Junction and Clickbank were born in 1998, and I’ve witnessed the rise and fall of many other well-known networks. I was one of the first members of many of those networks and […]

How to Become an Online Influencer in Canada and Beyond

By Melody McKinnon on March 28, 2019 3 Comments Canadian Blogging, Canadian Influencers, Canadian self employment, Canadian small business, home-based business Canada, work at home Canada

Online influencers and ambassadors have become the jewels of online marketing, and with good reason. Influencer marketing has proven to be one of the most effective and economical strategies, with no sign of slowing down. There have been growing pains for both sponsors and influencers, but maturity has brought profit for all parties involved. Now […]

How to Become a Virtual Assistant (VA) in Canada

By Melody McKinnon on February 16, 2019 No Comment Canadian self employment, Canadian web-based business, home-based business Canada, work at home Canada

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.

5 Quick and Easy Online Businesses to Start in Canada ©

By Melody McKinnon on December 31, 2018 12 Comments Canadian entrepreneur, Canadian self employment, Canadian small business, work at home Canada

While every successful internet business takes work, some are easier to start than others. That’s especially true if you’re new to making money online in Canada. After receiving countless inquiries about the fastest and easiest online businesses to start online in Canada, we decided to share five of the most successful we’ve seen.

Make Money Online with the Best Paid Survey Sites in Canada

By Melody McKinnon on December 1, 2018 13 Comments Canadian business opportunities, Canadian self employment, home-based business Canada, work at home Canada

The online income opportunity to get paid for taking surveys in Canada has greatly improved since I first started working online in the 90’s. Back then, only a handful of companies paid people to take surveys and few accepted applicants from this country. As Canadian businesses embrace the power of the Internet, and international businesses […]

5 Client Communication Tips For Freelancers

By Melody McKinnon on September 29, 2018 No Comment Canadian self employment, work at home Canada

By Michelle Brooks Whether you are a Canadian freelancer for the benefits of working from home or just for the chance to do something you’re passionate about, some things are good to keep in mind before choosing to do so. For instance, you need to know how to communicate with clients effectively while managing tight deadlines.

By Melody McKinnon on August 8, 2018 5 Comments Blogging, Canadian self employment, home-based business Canada, work at home Canada

11 Unexpected Ways You Can Make Money From Blogging ©

When people first start blogging, they usually plan to earn money using standard blog monetization methods. That may include sponsored posts, reviews, advertising and affiliate marketing. Learn more from our free ultimate guide: How to Make Money Blogging in Canada. Those are all excellent ways to monetize, but there are plenty more opportunities that come […]

Top 5 Drop Shipping Product Suppliers for Canadians

By Melody McKinnon on July 14, 2018 69 Comments Canadian business opportunities, Canadian self employment, Canadian web-based business, drop shipping Canada, work at home Canada

Many Canadians are interested in selling products online, either with their own website or through eBay and Amazon. Drop shipping provides a low-risk option for starting an online business in Canada. Today’s supplier portals (gateways) make it really easy to find and sell millions of products globally. The most difficult part is choosing the best […]

By Melody McKinnon on April 12, 2017 6 Comments Canadian business, Canadian statistics, Telecommuting Canada, work at home Canada

Remote Hiring, Virtual Employment and Telecommuting in Canada ©

From ‘The Cloud’ to business phone collaboration systems, it has never been more practical and profitable to facilitate telecommuting (AKA virtual commuting, mobile commuting, teleworking, remote working). Part-time or full-time virtual teams have many proven benefits for employers, staff, and the environment. A Reuters Ipsos worldwide poll indicated one in every five employees work from […]