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Self-employment vs. self-employment - What is the correct spelling?

08/31/2023 | By: FDS
The correct spelling is "self-reliance." The word "self-reliance" refers to the quality or state of a person or thing that acts or exists independently, autonomously, or self-reliantly. It is used in this context to express independence or autonomy, especially in a professional or business context. The variant "Selbständigkeit" was valid in German spelling until the reform in 1996, but was replaced by "Selbstständigkeit" by the new spelling. In current German spelling, therefore, "Selbstständigkeit" is the correct spelling.
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What is self-employment?

08/31/2023 | By: FDS

Self-employment refers to the condition or occupation of a person running their own business, firm, or business activity rather than working as an employee for someone else. Self-employed people are often referred to as entrepreneurs, self-employed or freelancers, depending on the type and scope of their work.

Self-employment offers some benefits, such as the ability to control one's working hours and patterns, greater control over business decisions, and potentially greater financial rewards. However, there are also risks associated with self-employment, such as income uncertainty, responsibility for business decisions, possible longer working hours and managing various aspects of the business.

The forms of self-employment can be varied, from sole proprietorships to freelancers to small business owners and owners of larger companies. Self-employment often requires entrepreneurial skills such as planning, organization, financial management, marketing and customer care.

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What is a self-employed person?

08/31/2023 | By: FDS
A self-employed person, also called self-employed or self-employed, is a person who carries out his or her professional activity independently, without being in a permanent employment relationship with an employer. Self-employed people can work in a variety of industries and professions, such as freelancers, entrepreneurs, artists, craftsmen, or consultants. Unlike employees, self-employed individuals often have more control over their work, hours, and how they deliver their services. They are usually responsible for their own taxes and social security contributions, have to take care of their own business expenses, and can deduct their income directly from their earnings. Self-employed individuals have to comply with different legal and tax frameworks in many countries. Depending on the country and industry, there may be certain registration requirements, licensing fees, tax returns and other obligations that come with self-employment.
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Self-employed in german - Two variants

08/31/2023 | By: FDS

The two variants "selbstständige" and "selbständige" are different spellings of the same German term for a person who works independently or runs his own business. Both spellings are correct, and this is simply a spelling issue.

"Selbstständige" is the spelling according to the old German spelling system, while "selbständige" was proposed after the 1996 reform of German spelling. The reform has meant that some words that were previously written separately can now be written together. This also affects the word "selbstständig" or "independent."

Both spellings are valid, but the overwhelming preference and usage tends to be for the new spelling "self-reliant." It is important to note, however, that consistent usage within a text is recommended.

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