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  1. Devampre

    Took a sales job, quit after 12 hours

    FTE 
    I worked for a company called Modern Water Solutions that was terrible. I stuck it out for a while, but left when I realized I was losing money going to work. They are evil crooks IMHO and I wouldn't trust what is said about them anywhere online. They make fake reviews and the whole 9 yards...
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    How to legally pay no taxes... possible?

    HOT! TAXES | REGS 
    No taxation without representation! :) I'd probably seek advice from a tax attorney or some qualified expert that could help you come up with an optimal strategy that's specialized to your location, your customers' locations and the services/products you sell. Like other's have mentioned...
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    Is Cold Calling/Emailing Illegal in Canada?

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    I'm just going to talk with a lawyer. I have other questions beyond CASL, but will include it in our discussions as I need specifics. Only a fool would take legal advice from something that specifically disclaims it is NOT legal advice. So even if you memorize the FAQ in it's entirety, it is a...
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    Conflicting Advice For Newbies Getting Clients

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    I tried meetup in the cities. Most groups seemed to be more about MLM that I wasn't exactly interested in. I could potentially start one and coordinate locations for meetups. Forming my own little business alliance would be nice. Leads that have consented/opted in to their preferred...
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    Is Cold Calling/Emailing Illegal in Canada?

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    1) The FAQ's disclaimer states that, "This material is not to be considered legal advice nor is it binding on the Commission itself." So while it may be, "plain English," it is not thorough and even mentions that a lot of it is case by case. Also, the examples in the Compliance and Enforcement...
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    Is Cold Calling/Emailing Illegal in Canada?

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    I have read these before, but where I need more information is when there are statements open to interpretation such as "implied consent." I've read that "implied consent" is having your business email listed publicly online. And I've also read that it is closer to "expressed" in which they...
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    Conflicting Advice For Newbies Getting Clients

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    I'm in rural Saskatchewan. Face to face networking is a little difficult considering the nearest cities are about a four hour drive away. I can try walkins and face to face networking when I am in a city. But, I think an online approach will be more wise to reduce travelling costs and time.
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    Is Cold Calling/Emailing Illegal in Canada?

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    I think the legislation makes it tricky to understand what constitutes as implied consent. Making cold prospecting via email a bit of a grey area. But, I may try use social networks to mitigate the risk of an expensive fine. Even if there is little risk. I wasn't worried until someone that I...
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    Conflicting Advice For Newbies Getting Clients

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    I wouldn't mind hearing about your way. :) a) is what I too believe to be more ethical. I agree that people are more alert to B.S. It was apparent when I was doing door to door for some awful businesses. I appreciate all of your wisdom. I would associate c) with what I meant for a). It's...
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    Is Cold Calling/Emailing Illegal in Canada?

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    So, I've been researching about Canada's anti-spam legislation. I haven't yet contacted any attorney's or anything. But, from the information I've read I am a little perplexed whether or not I am able to email or call other businesses to discuss or sell my services. Any legal experts, Canadian...
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    Conflicting Advice For Newbies Getting Clients

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    Email, Social Networks, and I'm considering cold calling. However, I have temporarily halted as I wasn't aware of the laws regarding cold emailing/calling in Canada. I will make a separate thread about it soon. I don't believe I will fake testimonials. That was hyperbole and probably not the...
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    Conflicting Advice For Newbies Getting Clients

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    I would say that I am. Thanks for your input.
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    Conflicting Advice For Newbies Getting Clients

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    I seem to get conflicting advice on this matter, If one is new to a business and they are after their first clients. Does it make more sense to: a) Work for little/free to build testimonials. b) Position oneself as much more established/qualified, even if it means faking testimonials in order...
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    A Wild Canadian Has Appeared

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    I will be selling leads to a variety of businesses (I'll possibly niche down after testing). I am also considering setting up website/lead generating landing pages for smaller businesses and charging them a monthly fee. And I'm currently in Saskatchewan.
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    A Wild Canadian Has Appeared

    INTRO 
    Thanks, I'll look into it.
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    A Wild Canadian Has Appeared

    INTRO 
    Lead Generation. So I guess it is or at least pertains to digital marketing.
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    A Wild Canadian Has Appeared

    INTRO 
    My current struggle is that I lack experience/testimonials and then there's the uncertainty of whether or not I can deliver the service and a positive experience for my client. And I guess it would be nice to find a mentor with experience doing what I'm trying to do.
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    A Wild Canadian Has Appeared

    INTRO 
    I made this account a while back, but haven't been overly active posting on these forums. But, now I have a little more free time. I'm newly 24, Canadian, and I work at a studio as a producer. Right now, I'm in the early stages of a side hustle (working on getting my first client.) I also...
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    Mastering the Upwork game with Copywriting

    SIDE HUSTLE 
    Nice thread and tips. I actually recently got approved by Upwork. However, I'm a little lost in terms of landing my first client. I understand that I need to improve on a few things: 1. I need to better showcase my abilities on my profile. (I'm thinking about adding a Youtube video.) 2. I need...
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    Logical Execution For A Non-Developer

    WEB/DIGITAL 
    I hope that I didn't complicate the question or post in the wrong section...

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