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SINGLE PROPRIETOR

A Single Proprietor is the sole owner and operator of a business. They are responsible for managing all aspects of the business, from planning and operations to finance and customer relations. This role requires a high level of dedication, multitasking, and decision-making ability.

  • Owned by One Person

  • Easy to Register and Operate

  • Low Capital Requirement

  • No Legal Distinction between the owner and the business

  • All Profits and Losses go directly to the owner

CORPORATION

A Business Corporation is a legal entity that is separate and distinct from its owners, known as shareholders. It is created under the law and has its own legal rights, obligations, and liabilities. A corporation can enter into contracts, own assets, incur debts, sue, and be sued in its own name. Stock Corporation for-profit entities with shareholders

  • Stock Corporation  for profit entities with shareholders

  • Non-Stock Corporation usually for non-profit purposes (e.g., NGOs, foundations)

  • One Person Corporation (OPC) a corporation with a single stockholder

PROFESSIONALS

A Professional is an individual who possesses specialized knowledge, skills, and training in a specific field, often acquired through formal education and experience. Professionals are recognized for their expertise, ethical standards, and commitment to delivering quality service or work. Medical Professionals (Doctors, Nurses)

  • Legal Professionals (Lawyers, Paralegals)

  • Financial Professionals (Accountants, Auditors)

  • Technical Professionals (Engineers, Architects, IT Experts)

  • Creative Professionals (Designers, Writers, Photographers)

ONLINE SELLERS

Online Sellers are individuals or businesses who market and sell products or services through digital platforms such as websites, e-commerce marketplaces (like Shopee, Lazada, or Facebook Marketplace), and social media. They operate primarily through the internet and handle transactions, promotions, and customer service online.

  • TikTok Shop

  • Lazada

  • Shopee, Lazada

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