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How To Make Money in The Marijuana Business

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Contents

INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................ 3

CHAPTER 1-MEDICAL MARIJUANA VS. RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA ..................................................... 5

CHAPTER 2-MEDICAL MARIJUANA STATES & CANNABIS POSSESSION LIMITS ................................... 7

WHICH STATES ALLOW HOME CULTIVATION OF MARIJUANA FOR PATIENTS OR CAREGIVERS? 11

CANNABIDIOL LAWS (CBD) ................................................................................................................................................... 12

MARIJUANA LAWS AROUND THE WORLD: ................................................................................................................... 14

CHAPTER 3-CHALLENGES FOR THE CANNABIS ENTREPRENEUR ............................................................ 18

BANKING ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

SECURITY ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 19

BLACK MARKET PRICES ......................................................................................................................................................... 20

LAWS AND REGULATIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 20

MORATORIUMS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 20

CHAPTER 4- CANNABIS INDUSTRY BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES .............................................................. 21

SO WHERE ARE THE MARIJUANA JOBS YOU MIGHT BE ASKING? ................................................................... 21

CHAPTER 5- A CLOSER LOOK AT CANNABIS CAREERS AND JOBS ........................................................ 24

CANNABIS TESTING LABS ..................................................................................................................................................... 24

OPENING A MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARY OR RECREATIONAL RETAIL STORE ......................... 26

SELLING EDIBLE CANNABIS PRODUCTS ....................................................................................................................... 28

GROWING CANNABIS (SMALL OR LARGE SCALE) .................................................................................................... 30

BUD TENDER IN A MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARY OR A RECREATIONAL RETAIL POT SHOP 33

CANNABIS TRIMMER ................................................................................................................................................................ 34

CHILDPROOF PACKAGING MANUFACTURING AND SALES ................................................................................. 36

PARAPHERNALIA SALES AND MANUFACTURING .................................................................................................... 37

GLASS BLOWER .......................................................................................................................................................................... 38

CANNABIS INDUSTRY JOURNALIST ................................................................................................................................ 39

CANNABIS DELIVERY DRIVERS ........................................................................................................................................... 40

CANNABIS TOURS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 41

CANNABIS INSURANCE SALESPERSON .......................................................................................................................... 43

GROW ROOM DESIGN AND SET UP: ................................................................................................................................ 44

PAYMENT PROCESSING ......................................................................................................................................................... 46

CANNABIS DOCTOR ................................................................................................................................................................. 47

CONCLUSION .......................................................................................................................................................... 48

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INTRODUCTION

Recent legalization in the states of Washington, Colorado, District of Columbia, Alaska, and Oregon have caused an excitement and buzz around medical marijuana in the United States unlike any other place in the world.

A multi-billion dollar industry has emerged as one of great areas of interest to investors at this time.

In August 2013, the industry saw a massive growth spurt as a result of an open memo to all U.S attorney generals from the U.S Department of Justice that stated, in so many words, that the United States Government would not disrupt legal cannabis businesses as long as the operators of them obeyed their state laws.

The memo stated that they would only enforce marijuana laws when one of the following things occurred:

◉ When profits are funneled to criminal enterprises

◉ When the cannabis is being sold to people under the age of 18 years

◉ When cannabis is being moved across state lines

◉ When violence is involved

◉ When someone is driving under the influence of drugs

◉ When cannabis is being cultivated in public lands

◉ When cannabis is being used as a cover for distributing other, harder drugs

◉ When cannabis is being processed or used on federal property or land




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Since the time of these statements, new investors are coming into the booming and exciting industry at a furious pace.

People from all over the world have enrolled to become educated online at medical marijuana industry marijuana schools like Cannabis Training University (CTU).

The cannabis industry is predicted by many to grow at a rate of nearly 75% in the next 3 years.

More and more states are jumping on the bandwagon after seeing the tax revenue that has been generated in Colorado.

Many people believe the entire United States will legalize marijuana just as it did with alcohol sometime in the next 5 to 10 years.

So where do you fit in all this? How can you profit off the “Green Rush”?

In this program we will discuss the many career and business opportunities available in the cannabis industry and what you can do to prepare yourself to get in them.




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CHAPTER 1-MEDICAL MARIJUANA VS. RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA

Medical Marijuana and Recreational Marijuana are two very different things.

The legal use of medical marijuana began in California in the year 1996, and since that time has expanded to now 25 states in America, as well as the District of Columbia.

Although the medical marijuana laws differ greatly from state to state, for the most part, they allow for cultivation and the sale of cannabis to state approved patients.

Recreational cannabis on the other hand, does not require a doctor’s recommendation to obtain.

In Colorado anyone over the age of 21 can legally obtain and use cannabis, even out-of-state visitors.

Washington is also a recreational state although it is lagging behind in the development of its program.

Alaska, Oregon, and District of Columbia are also recreational cannabis states.

(Many More Recreational States Are Expected To Jump On Board Soon As Well)

The laws in Colorado and Washington in regards to recreational cannabis do vary in ways such as:

Colorado allows residents of the state that are 21 years or older to purchase up to 1 ounce of cannabis per transaction, and out of state visitors over the age of 21 to purchase up to 1/4 ounce of cannabis per transaction.




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Washington on the other hand allows adults 21 years of age and older to possess 1 ounce of cannabis regardless of residency.

In Colorado, those who are interested in opening a licensed recreational retail store can be awarded an unlimited amount of licenses to do so. In other words, a Starbucks of recreational marijuana can be accomplished in Colorado.

Although recent laws have slowed this down in Colorado as licenses are not being handed out as freely.

Washington, in regards to recreational licenses limits it at 3 licenses maximum per company

There are 344 licenses for recreational pot shops in Washington.

In Colorado the growing of marijuana at a persons residence is allowed as long as the limit is 6 plants per person.

In Washington home growing is allowed for medical purposes but the plant limits have not been established. Some areas do not allow home growing.

Some people in states like Washington are concerned that the laws will require them to purchase their cannabis at a recreational store, rather than growing it at home.

Many patients prefer to grow their own and find it much more affordable to do so than buying it at recreational shops where the government puts a heavy tax on each sale.

At Cannabis Training University, students learn how to grow weed at home on any budget, even with only $100 to spend.

In reality, people can grow about at least an ounce of cannabis every 80 days or so, on less than $100 out of pocket.

That same ounce would cost around $350 to $400 in a recreational shop!




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CHAPTER 2-MEDICAL MARIJUANA STATES & CANNABIS POSSESSION LIMITS

The following states have enacted laws to legalize medical marijuana in America (as of 2017) and the possession limits for each are listed as well:

◉ Alaska (Use, possession and cultivation of medical cannabis is legal for patients with written documentation of their medical need from their physician. The law establishes a state registry for identification cards. Patients can possess no more than one ounce of useable cannabis and cultivate no more than six cannabis plants – with no more than three of those plants fully matured) *(Newly Recreational State as well)

◉ Arizona (2.5 ounces of usable cannabis, 0 to 12 plants). Patients with written physician identification can use and possess no more than two and half ounces of useable cannabis. Patients can obtain a state-issued identification card. Patients who live more than 25 miles from a state-licensed cannabis dispensary may cultivate no more than 12 cannabis plants in an “enclosed and locked” facility.




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◉ California (8 ounces of usable cannabis, 6 mature or 12 immature plants) (although this is the minimum, some cities allow greater amounts) Use, possession and cultivation of medical cannabis are legal for patients with “written or oral recommendation” by their physicians. In 2004, amendments were made to limit the amount of possession to no more than eight ounces and/or six mature (or 12 immature) cannabis plants. However, if patients demonstrate an extra need by their doctors, higher quantities may be allowed, depending on the county and municipality.

◉ Colorado (2 ounces of usable cannabis, 6 plants, 3 mature, 3 immature) Use, possession and cultivation are legal for patients with written physician-approved documentation. Patients may possess no more than two ounces and may cultivate no more than six plants. Patients can obtain a state-issued identification card. State dispensaries must be licensed and in compliance with zoning laws. *(And recreational cannabis is legal for those 21 years and older)

◉ Connecticut (One Month Supply allowed, amount to be determined) (Home cultivation not allowed yet)

◉ Washington DC (2 ounces of dried cannabis, limits not yet determined on other forms of cannabis such as edibles or wax) (home cultivation illegal still) Medical marijuana dispensaries in DC can be non-profit or for-profit and can only grow up to 95 plants on site. *Recreational Cannabis Laws as well

◉ Delaware (6 ounces of usable cannabis) (home cultivation is illegal even for medical marijuana patients in need in Delaware)

◉ Hawaii (3 ounces of usable cannabis, 7 plants of which 3 can be mature and 4 can be immature) Residents may use, possess and cultivate medical cannabis if they have a signed statement from their physician. Patients may possess up to three ounces at a time and can grow no more than seven plants with only three of those plants mature. Patients must obtain a state-issued identification card.




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◉ Illinois (2.5 ounces of usable cannabis during a period of 14 days) (home cultivation still illegal at this time)

◉ Maine (2.5 ounces of usable cannabis, and 6 plants) Use, possession and cultivation are legal. Patients must obtain written recommendation from their physician. Patients cannot possess more than two and a half ounces, and may cultivate no more than six cannabis plants with only three mature plants. The law establishes a state registry and identification card system, and allows the sale of medical cannabis in state-licensed, non-profit dispensaries. The state recently eliminated local penalties for possession of up to two and half ounces for all residents, not only patients.

◉ Maryland (30 day supply, amount to be determined)

◉ Massachusetts (60 day supply for personal medical use) (Decriminalized) (Patients in Mass will no longer be able to grow cannabis once the dispensaries open their doors for business, unless the patient has what is called a “hardship license”. The hardship license is dependent on being able to demonstrate an inability on the patient’s part to afford, or travel to dispensaries to purchase their cannabis.)

• 1 oz. or less = violation • No jail time / $100 fine • More than 1 oz. = misdemeanor • Up to 6 months in jail / $500 fine • More than 1 oz. (2nd offense) = misdemeanor • Up to 6 months in jail / $500 fine • There are some dispensaries open in Massachusetts now and many

more to come. Many growers are growing in Massachusetts as the laws are slowly being changed.

◉ Michigan (2.5 ounces of usable cannabis, 12 plants) Use, possession and cultivation are legal with written physician authorization. Patients cannot cultivate more than 12 cannabis plants, and they must be kept in an enclosed, locked facility. Patients can only possess 2.5 ounces of usable cannabis. The law establishes a state registry that issues identification cards.




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◉ Missouri (decriminalized) If caught with 10 grams or less of marijuana it will result in no jail time.

◉ Montana (1 ounce of usable cannabis, 4 mature plants and 12 seedlings)

◉ Nevada (1 ounce of usable cannabis, 7 plants, 3 mature, 4 immature) Use, possession and cultivation are legal with written documentation from a physician. Patients cannot possess more than one ounce of usable cannabis, and may cultivate no more than seven plants with only three of those mature. A state registry is established to disburse ID cards.

◉ New Hampshire (2 ounces of usable cannabis during a ten day period, 1 mature plant)

◉ New Jersey (2 ounces of usable cannabis) Legal protection is offered to state-authorized patients. They can only possess up to two ounces of marijuana per month. No cultivation is allowed. Six state-licensed “alternative treatment” centers are to be created. Some are open already.

◉ New Mexico (6 ounces of usable cannabis, 16 plants, 4 mature and 12 immature) Patients must register with the state Department of Health with a state-authorized condition. Patients may legally possess six ounces of medical cannabis (or more if a physician approves) and/or 16 plants (four mature, 12 immature). State-licensed facilities can grow up to 150 plants.

◉ Oregon (24 ounces of usable cannabis, 24 plants, 6 mature, 18 immature) Use, possession and cultivation are legal. Written physician approval is required. Patients can possess no more than 24 ounces of usable cannabis, and may cultivate no more than six mature plants and/or 18 seedlings. The plants must be grown in one location, and patients must have been diagnosed for at least a year before growing (in order to use “affirmative defense”). A state registry is established to disburse identification cards. *Recreational Cannabis Laws as Well!




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◉ Rhode Island (2.5 ounces of usable cannabis, 12 plants) Use, possession and cultivation are legal. Written physician approval is required. Patients can only possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis and cultivate up to 12 plants. Their cannabis must be stored in an indoor facility. Patients must register with the state and obtain an identification card. There are some dispensaries in Rhode Island for patients.

◉ Vermont (2 ounces of usable cannabis, 9 plants, 2 mature, 7 immature)

◉ Washington (24 ounces of usable cannabis, 15 plants) *And recreational cannabis is legal for those 21 years and older

WHICH STATES ALLOW HOME CULTIVATION OF MARIJUANA FOR PATIENTS OR CAREGIVERS? Growing cannabis indoors is allowed for patients or caregivers in the following states in America:

◉ Alaska

◉ Arizona (if the patient lives at least 25 miles from a dispensary)

◉ California

◉ Colorado

◉ Hawaii

◉ Maine

◉ Massachusetts (only if you have a hardship waiver once dispensaries are open in late 2014)

◉ Michigan

◉ Montana

◉ Nevada (only if the patient lives at least 25 miles away from the nearest dispensary)

◉ New Hampshire (only 1 plant)

◉ New Mexico

◉ Oregon

◉ Rhode Island

◉ Vermont




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◉ Washington

(Illinois, Minnesota, New York, Texas, North Carolina, North Dakota, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, are all expected to get on board soon)

Cannabidiol Laws (CBD)

Some states in America are finally realizing that CBD-Rich strains of cannabis can be extremely helpful for treating various medical conditions.

CBD-rich strains contain very low levels of THC and are not psychoactive.

Here are some states in America who have passed CBD Laws.

On Mar. 21, 2014, Utah Governor Gary Herbert signed HB 105 (80 KB), known as "Charlee's Law," which allows the use and possession of marijuana extract, under certain conditions, by people with intractable epilepsy who have a statement signed by a neurologist. The extract must be composed of less than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and at least 15% cannabidiol (CBD) by weight, and may not contain any other psychoactive substance. The law goes into effect on July 1, 2014. The extract must be obtained in a sealed container from a laboratory that is licensed in the state where it was produced, with a label stating the extract's ingredients and origin, and transmitted by the laboratory to the Utah Department of Health.




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The Utah Department of Health is required to determine the details of the registration program.

On Apr. 1, 2014, Alabama Governor Robert Bentley signed SB 174 (33 KB), known as "Carly's Law," which allows an affirmative defense against prosecution for CBD possession by people suffering from a debilitating epileptic condition. The law states "a prescription for the possession or use of cannabidiol (CBD) as authorized by this act shall be provided exclusively by the UAB [University of Alabama at Birmingham] Department for a debilitating epileptic condition." Since marijuana is illegal under federal laws, doctors are not allowed to write "prescriptions" for it. The states that have legal medical marijuana allow doctors to "recommend" it.

On Apr. 10, 2014, Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear signed SB 124 (70 KB). The law excludes from the definition of marijuana the "substance cannabidiol, when transferred, dispensed, or administered pursuant to the written order of a physician practicing at a hospital or associated clinic affiliated with a Kentucky public university having a college or school of medicine."

On Apr. 16, 2014, Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker signed AB 726 (120 KB), which states that "any physician may provide an individual with a hard copy of a letter or other official documentation stating that the individual possesses cannabidiol to treat a seizure disorder if the cannabidiol is in a form without a psychoactive effect." A release from the Governor's office characterizes the law as "clearing the way for a new treatment for children suffering from seizure disorders, pending FDA approval."

On Apr. 17, 2014, Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant signed HB 1231 (180 KB), known as "Harper Grace's Law," which allows for cannabis extract, oil, or resin that contains more than 15% CBD and less than 0.5% THC. "The CBD oil must be obtained from or tested by the National Center for Natural Products Research at the University of Mississippi and dispensed by the Department of Pharmacy Services at the University of Mississippi Medical Center." The law also provides an affirmative defense for defendants suffering from a debilitating epileptic condition who accessed the CBD oil in accordance with the requirements set forth in the bill and is effective July 1, 2014.

Cannabis growers who know how to grow marijuana that has high levels of CBD can carve out a nice niche for themselves.

The popularity of high CBD strains will continue to rise as the medical marijuana industry flourishes.

The many amazing things that CBD-rich strains can treat are still yet to be fully discovered.




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Marijuana Laws Around The World:

Many other areas of the world have favorable cannabis laws or tolerate it to some degree.

In 2013, Uruguay fully legalized the distribution, production, and sale of marijuana across the entire country! Way to go Uruguay!

Here are some parts of the world where marijuana is either in some way legal, or is not completely illegal and being caught with it does not always result in an automatic fine or incarceration.

Argentina-Marijuana is decriminalized in Argentina in that it is legal in small amounts for personal use and consumption in private locations such as in a home.

Australia-Residents of the Australian Capital Territory and South Australia are allowed to grow one or two cannabis plants for personal use. Those who live in the Northern Territory of Australia are allowed to grow up to two cannabis plants for personal grows.

Belgium-Marijuana is decriminalized in Belgium. Adults 18 years of age and older may possess up to 3 grams of cannabis or have one female plant in their residence.




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Belize-Although technically illegal, cannabis use in Belize is very common and is mostly tolerated by the authorities, as long as it is not in excessive quantities.

Brazil-Similarly to Belize, cannabis use in Brazil is illegal, but mostly tolerated, as long as it is in small amounts and in private areas.

Cambodia-Many residents and foreign visitors enjoy the use of cannabis in Cambodia. Although technically illegal, marijuana can be purchased and smoked even in public in many parts of Cambodia without threat of arrest.

Canada-In Canada, the use of, and cultivation of cannabis are very common. Although in some ways still illegal, it is legal for medical purposed and can be grown legally with a license to grow from the government. There are currently licensed growers who operate large-scale cannabis gardens and legally ship by mail cannabis to registered patients throughout the country.

Columbia-The cannabis laws in Columbia are a bit odd. The use of cannabis is decriminalized for possession of up to 22 grams for personal use. But the sale of cannabis and growing of cannabis remains illegal.

Costa Rica-The use of marijuana is prevalent in Costa Rica. It is illegal by law, yet extremely popular amongst residents. Rightfully and logically so, those carrying only a small amount of cannabis will not be detained by police officers in Costa Rica.

Croatia-Although somewhat decriminalized, Croatia still has some tough laws in regards to marijuana. Being caught with a small amount of marijuana is a misdemeanor resulting in a fine of $800 to $3500. And worst of all, the authorities will take your weed! (And probably smoke it)

Czech Republic-The possession of up to 15 grams of marijuana for personal use, and the growing of up to 5 marijuana plants is a misdemeanor crime.

Ecuador-Having less than 10 grams of cannabis in ones possession is legal in Ecuador.




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Estonia- Having 10 grams of marijuana in Estonia is punishable by a small monetary fine.

Iran-In Iran, it is legal to cultivate cannabis as long as it is being grown for the purpose of food. The people in Iran often use the oil in cannabis seeds as food.

Israel-Personal use of cannabis in Israel is decriminalized. First time offenders receive little or even no fine at all.

Italy-Although cannabis is somewhat decriminalized in Italy; it still remains a strict country to be caught with it. Possession of even just small amounts of cannabis is considered a misdemeanor crime and will result in a suspension of ones drivers license or passport.

Jamaica-Many people use cannabis in Jamaica on a daily basis. Cannabis is sold all over the country and is generally tolerated by authorities as long as it is on a small scale. But, the growing of, consumption of, and sale of cannabis are still illegal by Jamaican law.

Mexico-Those caught with up to 5 grams of cannabis will receive no penalty at all, since Mexico decriminalized personal use in the year 2009. But the sale of and cultivation of cannabis in Mexico is still illegal.

Netherlands-The Netherlands has always been known as a cannabis-friendly country. Coffee shops sell cannabis legally to residents and visitors in amounts up to 5 grams.

Pakistan-Cannabis often grows wild in Pakistan without any enforcement from the authorities.

Hash and cannabis are commonly used for spiritual and medicinal reasons and are generally tolerated by the government.

Peru-The possession of up to 8 grams of cannabis is legal in Peru.




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Portugal-The use of all drugs in Portugal is legal and a choice. People can still be arrested if they are caught many times using drugs. The system looks at drug users as being sick, as opposed to being criminals.

Russia-People in Russia can grow up to 20 cannabis plants and receive only a small monetary fine if caught by authorities and no jail time. They can also possess up to 6 grams of cannabis or hash and it can result in a fine, with no time spent in jail.

Spain-Growing marijuana on private property for personal use, and its consumption by adults in a private space is 100% legal throughout Spain! Although selling marijuana and using it in a public place can result in a fine, misdemeanor arrest, and the cops will steal your weed!

Switzerland- Growing of up to 4 cannabis plants at home is legal in Switzerland.

Uruguay-The production and sale of marijuana in Uruguay is 100% legal, although amounts and limits have not been determined yet.




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CHAPTER 3-CHALLENGES FOR THE CANNABIS ENTREPRENEUR

Before we get into the many awesome opportunities in the booming cannabis industry, it is only right to mention some of the potential hurdles that may arise for investors looking to jump into the “Green Rush”.

Here are some pitfalls that may present a few challenges for cannabis investors:

Banking Unfortunately, due to the federal governments classification of cannabis as a Schedule 1 Narcotic, with no medicinal value, banks typically do not want to touch anything to do with the industry.

The ability to set up a business bank account and to accept credit cards can be of great difficulty for any cannabis business operator.

Although cannabis is becoming more and more accepted in the United States, it is still considered illegal under federal law.

The Internal Revenue Service has a civil tax code section 280E that states, “No deductions or credit are allowed for any amount incurred in a business that consists of trafficking controlled substances prohibited by federal law.




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Because of the 280E code, many cannabis cultivators and businesses are unable to pay taxes on their net income like most businesses do, and instead have to pay taxes on their gross income.

Cannabis laws vary from state to state and a professional accountant can help with the 280E Tax code.

If you plan on operating a cannabis business, it is important to deal with these problems up front, and figure out legal ways to decrease your out-of-pocket taxes.

Some things that are advisable for anyone interested to do are:

◉ Hire a Professional Accountant & Attorney

◉ If operating a dispensary, try to decrease the square footage that is used for cannabis sales and add in some non-cannabis activities such as “massage services, spa treatments, yoga studio, grow classes”.

◉ Do not classify all employees as sales people. Give them alternative positions not involved with the sale of cannabis items.

In addition to the banking difficulties in the cannabis business, there are many more areas that can cause some problems for cannabis investors.

Some other areas of potential pitfalls for cannabis businesses:

Security Anyone who sells cannabis, edible cannabis or infused cannabis products in a retail environment is in danger of being robbed, not just by people from the outside, even by their own staff.

Having large amounts of cash on hand is also a risky thing to do and requires a security service to transfer cash to safe places.

The area of armed-security services is a great one to go into if you want to find a niche in the cannabis sector.




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Black Market Prices Even though the legal cannabis market is making a dent in the black market, it is still only a small dent in the huge scope of things.

The black market, or illegal drug trade still has ownership of around 85% of the cannabis sold in the United States.

The state of Colorado is leading the way in virtually every phase of the cannabis industry as far as tracking products from seed to sale, and decreasing the need to rely on black market sources.

Laws and Regulations Because the laws and regulations are always changing, and not always for the better, many people find the cannabis industry too volatile to enter even though it generated so many useful taxes and jobs.

Moratoriums Some cities in various medical marijuana states in America have voted to ban all dispensaries from being able to operate in their area.

Sometimes, these moratoriums take place after established dispensaries have already set up shop and sunk their finances into their canna-business.

Imagine having to all the sudden get up and go after spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on your location!

This reality scares some investors away from operating a medical marijuana dispensary in their town.




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CHAPTER 4- CANNABIS INDUSTRY BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Both the recreational cannabis market and the medical market are booming at this time.

Recent estimates put the cannabis industry’s annual revenue in the many billions of dollars.

Many believe that once made legal across the entire United States, the annual sales could reach upwards of $80 to $100 Billion.

So Where Are the Marijuana Jobs You Might Be Asking? Cannabis, like any industry, has many different types of opportunities to explore for business start-ups or for jobs within an existing cannabis business.

Many people assume that in order to work in the cannabis industry, you need to be directly involved with the plants themselves.




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This is very untrue. The cannabis industry, like any other, needs all facets of business areas fulfilled in order to operate correctly.

There are cannabis jobs to be had in basic areas such as:

◉ Sales

◉ Marketing

◉ Accounting

◉ Public relations

◉ Insurance

◉ Software

◉ Security

◉ Advertising

◉ Financial services

◉ Realtors

◉ Lawyers

◉ Doctors

◉ Managers

Then of course, there are more industry specific areas such as:

◉ Cultivation

◉ Bud Tender

◉ Trimmer

◉ Paraphernalia

◉ Payment processing

◉ Real estate agents

◉ Security systems

◉ Software companies

◉ Lab testing equipment and services

◉ Edible cannabis chef or business owner

◉ Smoking paraphernalia sales and design

◉ Cannabis tour groups

◉ Cannabis consultants

◉ Cannabis insurance representatives




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Anyone who wants to get in the medical marijuana industry can do so with a little planning and sometimes some keen entrepreneurial thinking.

Another common thought that is not true is that in order to work in the cannabis industry it requires living in one of the states where the canna-businesses are located.

This also, is not true. Many marijuana companies are located in states without favorable marijuana laws.

Examples of these types of businesses are in areas such as;

◉ Medical Marijuana Industry Web Designers

◉ Cannabis Marketing Companies

◉ Cannabis Writers for Blogs or Magazines

◉ Online Marijuana Businesses

These types of businesses or careers are not reliant on being in areas with medical marijuana dispensaries or that allow for the cultivation and sale of cannabis.

Let’s take a closer look at some of the many cannabis career opportunities:




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CHAPTER 5- A CLOSER LOOK AT CANNABIS CAREERS AND JOBS

Here are some of the many areas that have opportunities for business start ups, or to gain employment in the marijuana industry and a deeper look at what they offer:

Cannabis Testing Labs Cannabis testing laboratories are used to determine safety of cannabis products as far as things like checking for fungus and molds or pesticides.

They also can help determine the levels of THC or CBD in cannabis and these are becoming more and more important in the cannabis industry as things evolve.

What is the Career Outlook for Cannabis Testing Labs?

The career outlook for cannabis testing labs is very strong since as the industry evolves testing will become more and more mandatory.




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College students who are interested in science would be wise to pursue a career in cannabis labs.

Scientists that work at cannabis testing labs earn on average $85,000 to $120,000 per year.

What Are the Costs Associated with starting a Cannabis Lab?

One of the drawbacks of starting your own cannabis testing lab business is the high cost.

There are large expenses involved such as:

◉ Lab Equipment (from $60,000 to $300,000 depending on size of lab)

◉ Hiring a Scientist ($85,000 to $120,000 per year)

◉ Licensing Fees and Certifications

◉ Chemicals used for performing the tests

How Much Money Do Cannabis Testing Labs Bring In?

Cannabis testing labs make between $60 and $90 per product they test on average.

In the state of Colorado, all producers of cannabis, whether dried or made into an edible, is required by state law to have it tested at an approved lab.

Long-term likelihood is that such laws will spread across the country into every marijuana state.

If you have the capital to start a cannabis lab, and don’t mind it taking a few years to make back your investment, it could be a very fruitful venture.

Popular testing labs, such as Steep Hill Lab, with locations in California, Colorado, and Washington, have seen explosive growth since their inception in 2008.

This next opportunity in the cannabis industry is one of the most expensive to start, but can also be the most financially rewarding.




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Opening a Medical Marijuana Dispensary or Recreational Retail Store

Opening a medical marijuana dispensary or retail recreational pot shop is the dream of many people wanting to get in the cannabis business.

As you will learn in the How to Open and Manage a Medical Marijuana Dispensary course at Cannabis Training University, there are may facets to know before doing so.

What is the Career Outlook for Opening a Medical Marijuana Dispensary or Recreational Retail Store?

The career outlook for opening a retail medical marijuana business is strong, mainly due to the increased acceptance of cannabis across the United States, and the tax benefits that states like Colorado are experiencing.

The top grossing dispensaries in the United States have sales in the $40 million a year range.

Harborside Medical in Oakland and San Jose California is most often considered the industry leading medical marijuana dispensary operation.




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It should be noted though, that these financial numbers are not realistic for most medical marijuana dispensary businesses.

In fact, the average medical marijuana dispensary does around $100,000 a year in sales.

What are the costs associated with Opening a Medical Marijuana Dispensary or a Recreational Retail Store?

There are many costs associated with opening a medical marijuana dispensary or recreational pot shop, such as:

Real Estate, hiring staff, licensing fees, commuter software, inventory, store equipment, marketing on websites like www.theCTU.com, legal and accounting help, packaging, etc.

Some investors spend as much as $500,000 before opening the door to their new retail store.

Dispensaries that have their own cultivation room on premises are the most expensive to start, but also make the most profit.

If you are interested in starting a medical marijuana dispensary or recreational shop, it is highly advisable to also set up your own grow area to produce much of your inventory, if the state laws permit it.

In Colorado, medical marijuana dispensaries are required by law to produce at least 70% off all the cannabis they sell.

In California, there are no such laws, so some dispensaries purchase most or sometimes all of their cannabis from local growers.

Dispensaries in California have been opened for as little as $25,000, whereas the national average investment to open a medical marijuana dispensary after all incurred expenses is around $250,000.

The next job we will be discussing involves tasty treats in the kitchen!




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Selling Edible Cannabis Products

The production and sale of cannabis edibles products has grown by over 1000% in the past couple of years in the United States.

Everyone with a stove and an apron all of the sudden wants to make cannabis brownies, cookies and cupcakes and sell them to their neighbors.

There are edible cannabis products that are produced with THC in them so they are psychoactive and get the user “High”.

And there are also edibles made without the psychoactive component or also known as “CBD-rich” products that are produced strictly for health-related reasons.

Laws very greatly from state to state on how and where the edibles are created.

Some states require the use of a commercial kitchen, and for the cannabis butters and oils to be produced on site.

Other states have looser laws, and do not oversee the production of edibles to such an extent.

Regardless of which state the edibles are made in, they cannot be transported across state lines.

This makes it very difficult for operators of edible cannabis products to have a national brand.




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To get around this, some brands open production facilities in multiple medical marijuana states, or at times, sell a license to local producers to use their brand name and recipes for a fee of each product sold.

At Cannabis Training University, students learn amongst many other things, how to cook with cannabis, how to make hash, and how to use a machine called the Magical Butter Botanical Extractor for making delicious treats.

What is the Career Outlook for Cannabis Edibles Cooks and Business Owners?

The potential for edible cannabis products is very strong, partly because of the lack of competition from the illegal black market.

Chefs that know how and what to make will be in great demand across the market.

Entrepreneurs with the right combination of product, marketing, and ability to sell it can quickly be making money hand over fist.

What Are the Costs Associated with Starting a Cannabis Edibles Business?

Although less expensive than opening a retail cannabis store, the edibles business has its share of expenses as well.

Some of the expenses involved with starting an edibles cannabis business are:

◉ Hiring Staff

◉ Sales & Marketing

◉ Website Development

◉ Childproof packaging

◉ Kitchen Equipment (Commercial Kitchen in some states)

◉ Rent (if renting space for cooking)

◉ Purchasing of Cannabis

◉ Product Testing

In California, the average baker of edible cannabis products struggles to make a ton of money on it since most dispensaries in California take edibles on consignment.

If they do not sell, the baker gets nothing.

California is also the most flooded with cannabis businesses and entrepreneurs.




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Then on the extreme opposite end are big companies like Dixie Elixers, a Colorado based company that reports sales in the $40 million per year range.

To succeed as a cannabis edibles producer it takes some experimenting with different and unique recipes.

As you can see, the disparity between unsuccessful, and highly successful cannabis edibles businesses is quite pronounced.

The next job is probably the most sought after job in the cannabis industry.

Growing Cannabis (Small or Large Scale)

There are numerous opportunities for people who want to make money off of growing cannabis.

In California there are literally hundreds of thousands of people whose main source of income comes from the sale of cannabis that they are grown.

The economy in areas like Humboldt County California, are reliant first and foremost on the cannabis industry.

California is unique in the way that its dispensary system is set up, which allows for lines of cannabis growers to wait outside each day to have their cannabis observed by the dispensary cannabis buyer.




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The growers go around from pot shop to pot shop seeing how much they can get for each pound of cannabis they have grown.

In other states the system is not always as easy for the home cannabis grower to find a legal buyer.

In most medical marijuana states, if you want to make a lot of money as a grower, it is best to find a way in as a grower in a large-scale grow house.

How much do dispensaries pay for each pound of cannabis?

In California, the amount of money that cannabis is purchased for has gone down year after year since the explosion of home growers.

Cannabis that used to get $5000 a pound, may now only get $2500.

Cannabis that is grown outdoor which used to get as much as $3000 a pound in places like Humboldt County California now may only be worth $700 to $1000 today.

Many growers in Humboldt County need to grow between 200-500 pounds of cannabis per year in order to make a good living.

Many new medical marijuana states in America are now unfortunately leaning away from allowing home cultivation and instead opting for “Large Scale Commercial Cultivation”.

Commercial cultivation is like growing in a basement, on steroids!

Some commercial gardens cost millions of dollars to put together.

What is the Career Outlook for Commercial Cannabis Cultivators?

Because of the recent growth in medical marijuana dispensaries and the recreational legal market, cannabis growing has a very strong career outlook.

Head growers for dispensaries or at large scale grows can expect to earn between $60,000 and $80,000 per year.

What is the Costs Associated with Growing Cannabis?

Small scale, home cannabis growers can get away with growing cannabis for as little as $100 as can be learned at CTU in the how to grow marijuana courses.




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But for people who want to make a living as a cannabis grower, especially as a large-scale cultivator there are many costs associated with it such as:

◉ Rent (most landlords will raise the normal rent prices for cannabis gardens)

◉ Security (cameras, alarms, guards)

◉ Legal Guidance

◉ Accountants

◉ Insurance

◉ Permits (many thousands of dollars)

◉ Utilities

◉ HVAC Cooling Systems

◉ Grow Equipment

◉ Ventilation and Odor Control

Another popular job in the marijuana industry is that of a Bud Tender.




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Bud Tender in a medical marijuana dispensary or a recreational retail pot shop

Budtenders or Bud Tenders are similar to a bartender in a bar. They help their customers find the product they are looking for.

In this case, the product is cannabis or an edible or infused cannabis product.

Budtenders needs to be aware of the types of strains in stock, and the medicinal effect from each.

They need to know how to weigh and trim cannabis as well, and are often tasked with getting the cannabis ready for sale.

Budtenders must know the differences between indica and saliva strains, and also the ingredients inside the edibles and hash products.

Patients or customers come in and count on bud tenders to help them get the exact product for the condition or effect that they are seeking to either treat or to obtain.

Bud Tenders earn on average between $12 and $18 an hour, before tips.




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What is the Career Outlook for Bud Tenders?

The market for bud tenders is expected to substantially grow over the next five years.

Many times, bud tenders in retail pot shops are promoted to manager positions after a year or two of service.

Another very common marijuana job is that of a “Cannabis Trimmer”.

Cannabis Trimmer A cannabis trimmer is just as it sounds, someone who trims cannabis.

In many states where they grow a lot of cannabis outdoors, people travel from all over the world to land a job as a cannabis trimmer.

The environment in which trimming is done can vary greatly from outside in the woods with no electricity, to in elaborate greenhouses with electricity and plumbing.

Typically cannabis growers pay for trimmers food and give them stimulating drinks like coffee or soda so they stay awake and productive.

When the marijuana is ready to be harvested, the trimmers either cut down the branches and trim them right away, or hang the entire plant upside down in a cool, dark area for a week or so until they dry.

Cannabis trimmers are expected to trim as much cannabis as possible, while maintaining as much of the flower and useful parts of the plant.

There are two times to trim bud, when the weed is wet, or when the weed is dry.

If a trimmer is told to trim the cannabis once it is dry, then the trimmer is paid based on the weight of the piles of weed that they trim.




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How much money do Cannabis Trimmers Make?

In America, cannabis trimmers in states where cannabis is legal to grow like Colorado, Washington, Oregon, and California, earn about $200 per pound of dried cannabis that they trim.

Some areas such as Humboldt California where cannabis is their main source of income, report that cannabis trimmers earn as much as $25 million a year amongst themselves.

The trimmers then spend that money on the local economy and the cities in Humboldt County happily take their hard earned money.

Although cannabis trimmers in America are often paid under the table, they stimulate the economy and are great for cities.

If the trimmer trims while the bud is still wet, the trimmers are usually paid by the hour, between $12 and $20 per hour.

The trimmers who trim the best will get paid more, so knowing how to trim and trim fast is imperative.

What is the Career Outlook for Cannabis Trimmers?

Cannabis Trimmers are needed in great demand. Cannabis trimmers are often college kids, out of work mothers, immigrants, or people who just love cannabis.

To get a job as a cannabis trimmer it helps to first learn more about trimming cannabis at a marijuana school.

After that, all it takes is some networking and before you know it you will get paid to trim weed, while being given free buds, food, and drink!

Another popular area that is part of the cannabis industry involves keeping the medicine safe from little kids.




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Childproof packaging manufacturing and sales As the marijuana industry continues to expand around the world, the need for packaging that is not tamper proof is growing along with it.

It is important to keep cannabis away from children and childproof packaging can do just that.

Both dried cannabis and edible cannabis needs childproof packaging.

Companies such as Collective Supply, a California based company are cashing in on the niche.

Numerous retail shops in the state of Colorado have reported that there is a great need for child resistant packaging in their shops.

Colorado requires all marijuana products to be sold in opaque packaging that is “significantly difficult for children less than 5 years of age to open and not difficult for normal adults to use properly.”

What is The Career Outlook For Cannabis Product Childproof Packaging?

Very strong career outlook in this category.

The supply of proper packaging for the cannabis industry is having a hard time reaching the demand.

Those looking for a nice niche in this market might consider this avenue.

Another popular area in the cannabis industry is making and selling products like bongs, pipes & vaporizers.




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Paraphernalia sales and manufacturing

The sales of and manufacturing of paraphernalia is a very big part of the marijuana industry, although it is sold as being for “tobacco use only”.

For many years, bongs, pipes, hookahs, and vaporizers have been sold online and in various head shops around the world.

In recent years, with the emergence of other ways to use cannabis, such as in form of wax or oil, new devices have been introduced.

Vaporizer pens are the most recent booming trend in cannabis paraphernalia sales.

The devices allow users to consume cannabis in an odorless fashion.

The “Vape pens” burn cartridges packed with oil that is derived from cannabis through extraction methods.

Because of their low cost of manufacturing and high profit margins, vaporizer pen sales are seeing tremendous growth.

The average vaporizer pens sell for $85 to $225 retail and might cost anywhere from $20-$50 to have made overseas.

Most vaporizers and cape pens are made overseas and shipped to other areas for sale.

Although some states have incredibly strict laws about the possession of paraphernalia, the sale of paraphernalia is protected as long as the fine print says that all items are intended for tobacco or herbal use.




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What is the Career Outlook for Paraphernalia Sales and Marketing?

Head Shops as they are commonly referred to as have seen tremendous growth both online and in recreational cannabis retail shops.

In the United States alone, the head shop industry as a whole is reporting retail sales around $13 billion a year.

Imagine how high these figures might go once cannabis is legal across the entire USA?

Online head shops can make millions of dollars per year and often ship worldwide.

With the recent legalization of retail cannabis shops in Colorado and Washington, the sale of pipes, bongs, and vaporizers within the retail recreational shops has seen incredible growth.

The next cannabis career is right in line with head shops.

Glass Blower A lot of consumers never really seem to appreciate the amount of work and expertise that goes into making a nice looking, quality piece of glass to smoke weed with.

Glass blowers are some of the biggest supporters of the legalization of cannabis since the need for their products increases as more and more parts of the USA and around the world adapt favorable weed laws.

How Much Money Do Glass Blowers Make?

Glass blowers make on average around $40,000 a year.

Some make much more than that if they have their own line of popular cannabis industry pipes and bongs.




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What is the Career Outlook For Glass Blowers?

The medical marijuana industry always needs quality glass pipes and bongs.

It is a multi-million a year part of the industry and the need for skilled artists will never fade.

The cost of putting together a glass shop can be as little as a $1500 investment up front, including all necessary equipment.

The return on investment can be quick and hefty.

To become a glass blower, it is highly recommended to first attend a glass blowing school or online classes.

The next popular career in cannabis involves a pen and paper, or a smart phone of course! :)

Cannabis Industry Journalist News stations, radio stations, newspapers, websites, blogs, social media pages, and cannabis schools all need people who can effectively write about the budding industry.

Students majoring in journalism or communications might want to consider a cannabis career.

Many cannabis journalists get paid to cover interesting topics such as:

◉ Cannabis Laws and Regulations

◉ Medical Marijuana Dispensary News

◉ MMJ Politics and Pot Culture

◉ Hollywood Stoners

◉ Hydroponic Grow Equipment & Nutrients

◉ How to Grow Weed

◉ How to Cook with Cannabis




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◉ Marijuana Strains and Strain Reviews

◉ Cannabis Seeds and Seed banks

◉ Vaporizers and Vape Pens

◉ How To Make Hash and Other Cannabis Concentrates

◉ Cannabis Events around the World

◉ Cannabis Magazines and Websites

◉ Cannabis Movies

◉ Cannabis Careers and the latest Cannabis Jobs

◉ Dabs, how to do them, what are they, and are they safe?

◉ Medical Marijuana Doctors

◉ How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card

◉ Hoe to Become a Legal Cannabis Caregiver

How Much Do Cannabis Journalists Earn?

A cannabis journalist can expect to earn on average a salary between $40,000 and $50,000.

Cannabis Delivery Drivers Ask anyone that owns a dispensary in California and they will all agree that a good and reliable delivery driver is not always easy to find.

If you like being in your car and are not shy about handling patient relations then a cannabis job as a delivery driver might be a good way for you to go.

There are literally thousands of medical marijuana dispensaries in California that are always looking for another marijuana delivery driver.

Most medical marijuana states in America do not allow cannabis to be delivered, and instead require patients to go into the store.

Both Washington and Colorado have recently banned marijuana delivery services.

How Much Money Do Cannabis Delivery Drivers Earn?

Marijuana delivery drivers usually earn on average between $18 and $30 an hour including tips.




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What about the inherent danger associated with transporting cannabis?

This is a valid concern since there are dangers that come with delivering medical marijuana to patients.

Some useful tips for cannabis delivery drivers in California are:

◉ Be 100% sure that your car is registered and has no obvious defects. This can help avoid unwanted police stops.

◉ Don’t smoke weed while driving.

◉ Don’t go over the speed limit.

◉ Only have the amount of cannabis that is needed for each delivery when approaching the patient’s home.

◉ Leave all the cannabis products sealed tightly in an airtight container in the trunk of the car.

◉ Do a preverification phone call on the way to make sure they are going to be there when you arrive.

◉ Don’t carry large amounts of cash on you at any time.

This leads us to another very new, but booming marijuana career opportunity.

Cannabis Tours Ever since the recent legalization of recreational cannabis in both Colorado and Washington, many entrepreneurs are cashing in on offering cannabis tours for a fee.

Just like drivers offer tours of wineries in Napa Valley, California for instance, now, customers can get chauffeured around and observe recreational pot shops, marijuana gardens, and other interesting stops in the cannabis business.

People from all over the world have been flocking to get an up-close and personal view of the “green rush” while being able to fully enjoy it, without the need to operate a vehicle.




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Customers over the age of 21 in Colorado can even smoke or ingest cannabis treats along the way, just as they can drink wine on wine tours.

And these tours often go into many other areas besides visiting cannabis gardens or pot shops.

Companies such as Colorado Highlife in Denver also take guests to see some Glass Blowing Stores where they make bongs and pipes.

Other companies, such as Spiro Cannabis Tours offer complete packages that include 4-star lodging, learning and Q&A sessions with Cannabis Grow Experts, scenic Mountain trips, and daily massages, while at the same time giving the guests the opportunity to sample the Cannabis Treats available at one of the many local-area recreational pot shops.

What is the Career Outlook for Cannabis Tour Businesses?

Excellent! As more and more states legalize marijuana recreationally, the opportunities for marijuana tours will continue to grow.

How much does it cost to start a Cannabis Tour Business?

The expenses involved with starting a cannabis tour business are things such as:

◉ Tour Bus or Large Vehicle (Can look for a used one at sites such as http://www.daveycoach.com)

◉ Marketing and Branding (Sites such as http://www.cannabrand.co can help)

◉ Web Design and Social Media Development (we recommend checking out http://thcwebdesign.com)

◉ Paying local business and licensing fees

◉ Marijuana Business Insurance

The total cost of getting a Cannabis Tour Service Business off The Ground is around a $50,000 initial investment.

How Much Money Do Cannabis Tours Businesses Make?

Many of the marijuana tour service companies are doing as much as between $2000 and $5000 a day!

Get in while you can!

The next cannabis career opportunity is not for everyone.




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Cannabis Insurance Salesperson

Insurance salespeople often are scrutinized for sometimes, shady practices.

And in some cases, rightfully so!

But in the business of cannabis, having insurance to assist with liability protection is a “must have”.

Cannabis business owners need insurance in areas such as:

◉ Liability

◉ Workers Compensation

◉ Theft

◉ Fire

◉ Vandalism

Cannabis Insurance Salespeople are needed to help sell insurance to businesses such as:

◉ Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

◉ Marijuana Cultivation Facilities

◉ Marijuana Infused Product Businesses (carbonated beverages, oils, tinctures, cannabis capsules, edible bakeries)

◉ Cannabis Tour Businesses

◉ Cannabis Security Companies

◉ Marijuana Schools

◉ Cannabis Doctors




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◉ Building Landlords who rent to Cannabis Businesses

◉ Hydroponic Stores

◉ Head Shops

◉ Cannabis Lawyers

What is the Career Outlook for Marijuana Insurance Salespeople?

There are numerous sales opportunities with leading cannabis insurance providers.

These companies always need help achieving their sales goals.

How Much Money do Marijuana Insurance Salespeople make?

The average salary for marijuana industry insurance salespeople is between $50,000 and $80,000 a year.

The job is often straight commission, although some companies offer a base salary plus commission pay structure.

The next marijuana industry job is great for anyone out there who knows how to build things.

Grow Room Design and Set Up: As the cannabis industry continues to grow all over the planet, more and more people are getting interested in how to grow their own weed.

Many beginners head out to the local hydroponic store and buy expensive lights, tents, nutrients, and soil only to find that when they get it all home, they have absolutely no idea how to set it up or what to do with any of it!

That is where a Grow Room Design and Set Up professional can come in handy.

For those with a knack for assembling things, hanging lights, figuring out ways to properly ventilate or set up an exhaust system, this is a great career path to go down.




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What is the Career Outlook for Grow Room Designers?

Very promising. The number of people growing their own cannabis continues to sharply rise each year, and the sale of hydroponic equipment continues to climb right along with it.

How Much Money Do Grow Room Designers Make?

Grow room designers typically charge an hourly rate between $40 and $80 an hour.

A standard set up, with one room for cloning, and a second room for veg and flowering can earn a grow room designer $300 to $400.

Setting up the exhaust system sometimes involves some tearing down of walls and extensive planning.

The set up and design of commercial cultivation grow rooms can be quite rewarding for the designer.

How Do I Become a Grow Room Designer?

In order to become a grow room designer it is important to familiarize yourself with all methods of growing, from hydroponics, soil, ebb & flow, nutrient film technique, in tents, and more.

Helpful things to do are to visit local grow stores, ask questions, or watch videos about set-up at cannabis career training schools.

This leads us to another promising career area in cannabis.




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Payment processing The cannabis industry in America has had a serious problem with banking since the start of this exciting industry.

Most banks will not allow cannabis business owners (especially those selling cannabis) to open a bank account.

The banks are afraid of law enforcement hitting them with fines and restrictions.

Although it is quite absurd, since the cannabis industry is legal by state laws in almost half of the nation, and brings in millions in taxes.

Unfortunately, these banking limitations have caused medical marijuana dispensary or recreational pot shop owners to have to resort to paying their employees with cash, or buying money orders to help pay for bills.

It also increases the likelihood of theft, robbery, assaults, etc.

The good news is that there are some credit-card processing companies out there who work with cannabis businesses.

They assist them canna-businesses by allowing them to have their customers pay by credit card, instead of the usual cash.

What is the Career Outlook for Payment Processing?

The need for payment processing companies and salespeople is expected to rise dramatically as more cannabis businesses look for alternatives to cash.

This next area in the cannabiz involves a hefty amount of education to get into.




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Cannabis Doctor Being a so-called “Pot Doc” is a very hot sector in the marijuana business.

Many doctors are leaving their practice and changing industries and direction completely.

Pot docs can earn up to $200 per patient consultation in some marijuana states.

Some pot docs so upwards of 50 patients a day! You do the math!

The up-front investment for a physician to become a pot doc is very low, requiring only some money for marketing, licensing, and leasing a space.

In California, some doctors charge as little as $39 for a recommendation, but see dozens or even hundreds of patients a day!

What is the Career Outlook for Cannabis Doctors?

Cannabis Doctors are in need in most medical marijuana states.

New states that have recently passed, or are about to pass favorable cannabis laws provide the most opportunities for physicians to set up practice and start generating a strong income.

Some states allow Naturopathic Doctors to recommend cannabis to their patients.

Any doctors who are looking to change their area of medicine and get into the cannabis market would benefit greatly from enrolling in a course on marijuana as medicine.




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CONCLUSION

As you can see, the cannabis industry is creating a tremendous amount of career paths and cannabis jobs.

Anyone looking for a cannabis career has a wide range of areas available to pursue.

Being properly educated before investing in the cannabiz is a must for anyone interested in the marijuana industry.

Fortunately Cannabis Training University has the educational aspect covered for the mmj industry.

As more and more states and countries around the world legalize cannabis, the more business and job opportunities there will be.

It is amazing to see how the cannabis industry is evolving around the globe.

Cannabis is an exciting and lucrative field to be in, and one that is here to stay.


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