For some people receiving Social Security disability benefits, traditional employment might not be the best fit…
Section 1: What Is Self-Employment?
Explanation and examples of self-run businesses.
Section 2: Is Self-Employment Right for You?
Self-assessment questions.
Section 3: Advantages and Challenges
Flexibility vs. lack of income stability.
Section 4: How the Ticket to Work Program Supports Self-Employment
PASS, IRWE, TWP, and EPE explained.
Section 5: Building a Business with Your EN
How ENs help write business plans, income reporting.
Section 6: Success Stories from Self-Employed TTW Participants
Example story of successful home-based business.
Section 7: Common Mistakes to Avoid
No plan, overspending, ignoring tracking.
Section 8: Self-Employment Tools and Resources
SCORE, SBA, IRS, SSA tools.
Final Thoughts
Self-employment can be a meaningful path with support.
