Hiring for your small business can feel overwhelming—especially when you're trying to grow without making expensive missteps. Should you hire an employee or bring on a contractor? What’s the right mix for your business—and how do you do it legally and effectively?
In this practical, interactive online workshop, HR expert Emma Marriott and marketing strategist Sandra Reimer will help you cut through the confusion and confidently build a team that supports your business growth.
Whether you're hiring for the first time or re-evaluating your current setup, you'll walk away with clarity, confidence, and tools you can apply right away.
What you’ll learn:
✅ A clear comparison of employees vs. contractors
✅ How to choose the right type of worker for each role
✅ Tips for blending staff and freelancers into a productive team
✅ Real-world examples that bring the concepts to life
✅ Common hiring pitfalls and how to avoid them
✅ Confidence to grow your team—without wasting time or money
Who this is for:
Early-stage entrepreneurs ready to delegate
Small business owners growing their teams
Consultants and solopreneurs building a support team
Nonprofit leaders adding capacity
Anyone who's felt overwhelmed (or burned!) by hiring in the past
What workshop host and attendees say:
“The real-world examples brought the concepts to life. Our network really appreciated the clear breakdown of when to hire employees vs. contractors. The section on finding the right talent stood out—especially for entrepreneurs doing it for the first time.” Elizabeth Dobkin, York Entrepreneurship Development Institute
“The presenters were knowledgeable and engaging.” Attendee at the Waterloo Region Small Business Centre
About the Presenters:
Emma Marriott is a Small Business HR Expert & Founder of Iris HR and a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) with over a decade of experience helping small businesses build smart, legally sound teams. With a Bachelor of Management from Western University and a practical, people-first approach, Emma makes complex HR decisions simple and stress-free.
Sandra Reimer is the Founder of CoLabourNation, helping small business owners scale their income and impact by connecting them with vetted Canadian marketing and admin freelancers. A seasoned communication strategist, Sandra has more than 20 years experience helping world-changers tell their stories to sell products and services, and to raise funds.
Register now — space is limited! You'll leave with clarity, actionable tools, and peace of mind as you grow your dream team.