What Immigrant Entrepreneurs Must Know Before Hiring

Building a business as an immigrant takes courage, resilience, and vision — but when it comes to hiring, courage alone isn’t enough.

One of the most common (and costly) mistakes immigrant entrepreneurs make in the U.S. is misclassifying workers. The difference between a W-2 employee and a 1099 contractor isn’t about convenience or what feels easier — it’s about how the law actually views the working relationship.

In this video, I break down what immigrant founders need to understand before hiring, including why so many well-meaning entrepreneurs get this wrong, how misclassification happens without bad intentions, and how learning the system can completely change the way you grow your business.

This conversation isn’t just about compliance — it’s about stepping into a CEO mindset, protecting your legacy, and building something that honors the journey it took to get here.

If you’re an immigrant entrepreneur who wants to grow with clarity, confidence, and strong legal foundations, this video is for you.

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— MJ
Corporate Attorney | Entrepreneur | Immigrant Founder