{"product_id":"freelancing-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9780764553691","title":"Freelancing For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9780764553691","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eFreelancing For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eSusan M. Drake (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780764553691, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 1 June 2001\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e368 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.4 x 19.2 x 2.2 cm, 0.61 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eAre you ready to fly the corporate coop and become the boss of you? Do you dream of busting out of the cubicle wasteland and finding greener pastures as a freelancer? If so, you’re in good company. The U S Department of Labor estimates that nearly one-fourth of the American workforce is self-employed and that number is sure to increase over the next decade. But do you have what it takes to succeed as a freelancer, consultant, or contract employee? Do you even know what it takes to make it on your own? Here’s your chance to find out.  \u003cp\u003eA total guide to starting and running a freelance business, \u003ci\u003eFreelancing For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is for anyone thinking about striking out on their own, or who’s already decided to make the move into self-employment. It’s also an excellent resource for established freelancers looking for ways to jumpstart their businesses. Written by a top corporate communication consultant, it features hard-won tips from a slew of successful freelancers, including an accountant, a wr iter, a computer trainer, a graphic designer, a market researcher, an event planner, a medical trainer and others who share what they know about how to:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrganize your home office and budget your time\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreate the ideal working environment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEvaluate jobs and projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLand new business and manage client relationships\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage your money and pay your taxes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStay positive and manage the emotional uncertainties of self-employment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eHere’s your chance to take the leap from employee to boss with minimal stress and minimal sweat. A survival guide to building a successful freelance career, \u003ci\u003eFreelancing For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSelf-assessments to gauge your skills and personality\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCritical “Get in, get out” information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA gold mine of checklists, tear-out sheets, and sample forms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWar stories from freelancers who’ve made it\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo you long for the freedom of being your own boss? Relax and let expert Susan Drake help you make the transition to becoming a fulltime freelancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eIntroduction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART I: Getting Ready to Go It Alone.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 1: Are You a Born Freelancer?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 2: Understanding the Realities of Working for Yourself.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 3: Making the Decision to Freelance.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 4: Laying the Groundwork for Your New Life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART II: Opening Your Doors for Business.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 5: Forming Your Company.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 6: Organizing Your Office.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 7: Budgeting Your Time.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 8: Building an Extended Staff.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART III: Bringing Your Work to Life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 9: Creating a Professional Image.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 10: Finding Clients.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 11: Landing Business with Advertising and PR.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 12: Evaluating Jobs and Projects.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 13: Managing Client Relationships.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 14: Staying Current.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART IV: Managing Your Money.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 15: Budgeting and Accounting.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 16: Setting Rates and Collecting Fees.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 17: Paying Taxes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 18: Securing Insurance.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 19: Investing for the Future.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART V: The Part of Tens.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Handle Stress and Prevent Burnout.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 21: Ten Tips for Balancing Your Work and Personal Life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 22: Ten Things Clients Want Most from You.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Book Registration Information.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Business \u0026amp; management [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Business \u0026amp; management\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Business%20\u0026amp;%20management%20%5BKJ%5D%22\"\u003eKJ\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52470042493208,"sku":"9780764553691","price":11.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9780764553691.jpg?v=1785629572","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/freelancing-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9780764553691","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}