On-site software training for local employers

Small and mid-sized businesses, nonprofits, medical offices and local government teams that budget for staff training.

Flat fee per half-day or full-day session, or a per-person rate, with repeat bookings and follow-up support packages.

• Strong command of business software
• Confident presenting to groups
• Selling to office managers and HR

• General liability insurance, which many clients ask to see before booking
• Check your city or county for a business license and register your business with your state
• Long payment terms from larger employers, so agree deposits or clear invoice terms
• Software vendors' rules on using their branding and materials in your slides

Startup costs are typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on your laptop and presentation gear, training materials, insurance and marketing. These are estimates, and costs vary with how you pitch to local employers.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $800 to $6,000, depending on how many workshops you deliver and what you charge. Larger employers can have long payment terms, so agree deposits or clear invoice terms. A typical starting point is around 8 hours a week.

Check general liability insurance, which many clients ask to see before booking. Also check your city or county for a business license, register your business with your state, and review software vendors' rules on using their branding and materials in your slides.