On-site IT workshops for local employers

Small and mid-sized employers, nonprofits, professional associations and community organizations that want to train their staff or members.

A fixed fee per workshop or a per-person price, plus extra for customized material or follow-up support sessions.

• Deep knowledge of workplace software
• Presenting to groups
• Tailoring content to a client's needs
• Selling to and dealing with businesses

• Commercial general liability insurance: check what clients and venues require
• Check whether your province regulates private career colleges if you offer job-focused programs with certificates, and confirm with your provincial regulator
• Winter weather and travel time can affect scheduling, so allow flexibility in your bookings
• Client contracts: agree on scope, cancellation terms and who owns your training materials

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $800 to $5,000, depending on your equipment, training materials, insurance and how you find clients. Delivering at clients' offices can keep costs down compared with renting rooms for every session.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $1,000 to $6,000, depending on how many workshops you deliver, your day rates and how often clients rebook. Estimates are a guide only and will vary with the work you win.

Check what commercial general liability insurance clients and venues require. If you offer job-focused programs with certificates, check whether your province regulates private career colleges. Agree contract scope, cancellation terms and who owns your materials.