Self-employment is rising

I can't agree with you more, we are seeing more and more people buying businesses from Corporate America than ever before! The trends are there more baby boomers are buying businesses and more are selling them and retiring. You can see the trends of business sales in California at: http://www.bizben.com/stats.php ...

Great Stats! It further validates my thought processes. DOug ...

As someone who is active in financing smaller businesses, the one thing many "corporate castaways and castoffs" have trouble wrapping their heads around is financing. This is not just a matter of having a lot of money in your savings account or going to the bank and getting a loan. When someone is looking at starting a business, they should investigate the ease with which they can finance its growth, as some businesses are much easier than others ...

We offer self employed lowest rates on printing.. anyway. Best to be self employed as countless numbers of people will testify, you work longer hours, but the rewards are high and tremendous job satisfaction ...

Yes, there is a "silver ceiling" as employers try to hire younger people they can pay less. But those same companies still value the experience and skills older employees have -- and often prefer to hire them "a la carte" on contract for specific projects. Which is a big opportunity for older workers if you have set yourself up as an independent consultant or freelancer. Barnaby Kalan (www.outsourcing-yourself.com) ...

In my business (a small, community publication) we sell advertising to local businesses. I have seen an incredible number of new businesses start in the past several years. So, I agree with your conclusion. On a side note, I've often thought the unemployment rates our government uses are terribly inaccurate because they do not account for these new businesses. These numbers often get used to show how poorly our economy is doing yet they ignore this structural change. Maybe it's time these statistics are revised so they are a more realistic reflection of our true economy.

Hihihi, isn't that topic funny? Since my early days in 1980 I am dreaming of some big business. Until now I fail. The only reason why I am still trying to success is my regular income as civil servant. Now I am 52 and still standing. There is nearly no illusion of becoming rich that I haven't lost. Guys, go ahead! The next small business is calling! The cost is implemented! Hihihi ....

Peter Siegel is right on target with that post. In addition, I would like to add the fact that the 'Baby Boomers' are also a targeted customer. Not only are they in the age group to sell their business but they also make great customers since they are steady and reliable. Entire business ventures have been created to cater to the 'Baby Boomers'.

Sometimes you get ideas and, after talking with your friends and family, feel that you are the only one thinking them. It is good to see that this is not the case here. It drives me to be even more focused.

I agree with Mr. Kersten's post completely. I own and operate a business dedicated to the centrality of self-employment. We have two MLM offerings, Amsoil and Xango. I also consult, speak, and facilitate business meetings to promote self-employment. The growth of self-employment is simply a return to historical normalcy of 80%+ self-employment. Only during the Industrial Revolution did a majority of people work for others. But know that is over in North America. I call myself "The Great Emancipator Of the 21st Century," setting people free from the last legalized form of slavery, which is employment ...

I can't agree more. Like it or not, if you are over age 40 and you are not in a stable job, self-employment or some type of alternate arrangement such as consulting, freelancing, etc. are necessary options to consider. Unfortunately our social structure has yet to catch up. Unemployed people are still counseled to "look for jobs." Our tax structure penalizes self-employed people with the double-FICA tax. Health insurance options, lousy at best, are worse for self-employed people who are generally pushed into the less favorable individual market.

This blog posting was of great use in learning new information and also in exchanging our views. Thank you. Mary Anne Martin http://www.selfemployedclub.com ...

I agree with you. Check out this introduction article on Self employment: http://www.articleworld.org/Self-employment Content: 1.Meaning 2.Disadvantages 3.Advantages 4.Tax implications ...