Remote Technology Consultant for Small Businesses

Small and mid-sized businesses, professional practices and start-ups that need expert advice without hiring full time.

Hourly rate, fixed project fees for audits or migrations, and monthly advisory retainers.

• Deep knowledge in one area, such as Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, cloud or cybersecurity basics
• Clear written and spoken communication
• Scoping projects and managing client expectations

• Professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance, which many clients ask for
• Check your municipality's rules for a home-based business licence
• Privacy and data protection rules when you access client systems; check federal and provincial requirements
• Any non-compete or conflict-of-interest terms if you are leaving an employer
• Registering for GST/HST once revenue passes the small supplier threshold, and checking if clients in other provinces affect your tax

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $300 to $2,500, depending on your equipment, software subscriptions and insurance choices. The work is home-based and done by video call and remote access.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $1,000 to $8,000, depending on your hourly or project rates and how many clients you take on. The starting estimate is about 8 hours a week, so your own results will vary.

Check your municipality's rules for a home-based business licence, and professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance, which many clients ask for. Also check federal and provincial privacy rules when accessing client systems, and GST/HST registration once revenue passes the small supplier threshold.