Self-Employment Is Rising. But So Is the Need for Smarter Support.

Why This Matters for Our Business Community

Self-employment is rising.

A recent Forbes article highlights how more professionals are turning to entrepreneurship, not simply for flexibility, but as a response to economic uncertainty and changing job security.

From where we sit at PBC, this shift feels very real.

We are seeing more individuals testing ideas alongside employment. More people seeking structured guidance before they commit fully. More founders asking smarter questions about cash flow, systems and sustainability.

What’s changing is not just the number of businesses starting. It’s the mindset.

Entrepreneurship today is less about taking a leap and more about managing risk intelligently.

That means:

• Validating before scaling

• Building infrastructure early

• Strengthening financial literacy

• Accessing mentoring rather than navigating alone

This is particularly important in communities where access to networks and capital is not always equal. When self-employment rises, the quality of support around it becomes critical.

Starting a business should not feel like gambling. It should feel informed.

At PBC, our role is simple: reduce unnecessary risk so founders can focus on building something sustainable.

The conversation around entrepreneurship is shifting nationally. The question locally is whether people have the right support when they take that step.

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