Secondary PSHE - Self-Employment

The video discusses self-employment, using examples from the speaker's family. It highlights the advantages, such as control over work and income, and the challenges, including payment issues and lack of guidance. The video also touches on work-life balance, financial stability, and the risks associated with self-employment, like job security and business closure.

What is one of the main benefits of being self-employed?

• Working fewer hours

• Being your own boss

• Receiving health benefits

• Having a fixed salary

What is a potential downside of self-employment mentioned in the video?

• Limited vacation time

• Difficulty in finding clients

• Lack of job security

• Having too many bosses

What is a challenge self-employed people face when customers do not pay?

• They can easily fire the customer

• They have to work extra hours

• They might face financial difficulties

• They can rely on a fixed salary

Why might self-employed individuals need to constantly find new jobs?

• To avoid boredom

• To maintain a steady income

• To learn new skills

• To expand their business

What is a reason why some self-employed businesses might close down first?

• They are too large to manage

• They receive less notice

• They have too many employees

• They have too much competition