Sideettevõtjad

Sideettevõtjad are individuals who engage in business activities alongside their primary employment. This term, originating from Estonian, describes a person who is a side hustler or a part-time entrepreneur. The motivation behind becoming a sideettevõtja can vary, ranging from seeking additional income and financial security to pursuing a passion or developing a new skill.

These individuals often leverage their existing knowledge, hobbies, or professional expertise to create a supplementary income stream. Common examples include freelance work, selling handmade crafts online, offering consulting services, or developing small-scale e-commerce ventures. The key characteristic is that the side business does not replace their main job but rather complements it.

Sideettevõtlus offers flexibility, allowing individuals to manage their ventures during evenings, weekends, or other free time. It provides an opportunity to test business ideas with lower risk compared to launching a full-time enterprise. Furthermore, it can be a stepping stone towards eventually transitioning to full-time entrepreneurship if the side business proves successful and sustainable. The regulatory and tax implications of sideettevõtlus depend on the specific country and the nature of the business activities undertaken.