10,000
Independents Project
Join our cooperative, sustainable, & equitable small business community as we build a more resilient economy for and by Philadelphians.
Inspire diverse paths to a good career
What if entrepreneurship was about creating a sustainable, independent job that works for YOU?
Inspire
Move from surviving to thriving
Become one of our 10,000 independents to move from surviving to thriving
Thrive
Grow your team & create opportunities
Level-up your independent businesses to create & share economic opportunities
Grow
Are you one of the 10k Independents?
If you've created an Independent job for yourself, or are actively working to, join the community and make sure you get counted.
Here are some featured resources helping independents like you in the Philadelphia region:
Career Control Zine
Diverse stories about real people in Philadelphia who built careers for themselves outside of the “normal” career template.
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Get Legit Philly
Lost in a sea of confusing forms & legal jargon needed to to establish your solo business in Philly? This guide is for you.
State of the Race
Real change requires unity and coordination. Let's work together to make sure Philly's next mayor that works with us, not just for us.
Common Paper Agreements
Free and creative commons licensed business agreements created by expert business attorneys.
Freelancer Rate Calculator
New to Freelancing? Not sure how much to charge for your services? Wondering if you can raise your rates?
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