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''No freelance stone is left unturned with this book. I wish this book had existed when I started freelancing 20 years ago'' - Paul Jarvis, author of Company of One

Award-winning entrepreneur and freelancer, Alison Grade, guides you through absolutely everything that you need to know to start your successful self-employed life.

Starting from day one, she will help you develop your personal brand, pick up the financial essentials, grow your client base, manage your work-life balance, negotiate deals and value your time as you become more established. This is your complete guide to turning your talent into a fulfilling and sustainable career.

''If you have talent and passion this is a very practical guide to turning that into a career, from someone who''s not just done it but taught many others how to do it too'' - Mike Southon, co-author of The Beermat Entrepreneur and Entrepreneur in Residence, Cass Business School



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No freelance stone is left unturned with this book. I wish this book had existed when I started freelancing 20 years ago * Paul Jarvis, author of Company of One *
If you have talent and passion this is a very practical guide to turning that into a career, from someone who's not just done it but taught many others how to do it too * Mike Southon, co-author of The Beermat Entrepreneur and Entrepreneur in Residence, Cass Business School *
Finally! The book that millions of people have been crying out for. An empowering guide of how to use your work to achieve independence, inspiration and - crucially - balance. A compelling guide whether you're freelance, or just dreaming of it * Bruce Daisley, author of The Joy of Work and VP, Twitter *

Alison strikes an excellent and inspirational balance; sharing tips and advice that help you work out how to be secure in insecurity and ace the journey to becoming a freelancer

* Alex Mahon CEO, Channel 4 *
I would have found The Freelance Bible incredibly valuable when starting my freelance career. It's equally helpful for successful freelancers looking to drive their careers to the next level of success * Marc Silk, voice Actor *

Invaluable advice for navigating the complex freelance world

* Caroline Norbury, CEO, Creative England *
Alison's experiences as both a freelancer and an advisor shine throughout this book - an indispensable, easy to read guide to freelancing * Carl Reader, small business expert and author of The Startup Coach *
Alison Grade demystifies what it means to be a freelancer and helps the reader decide if a freelance career is for them. A very useful guide for anyone contemplating a career in the creative industries * Barbara Broccoli *

The Freelance Bible

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      Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
      Publication Date: 05/03/2020
      ISBN13: 9780241399484, 978-0241399484
      ISBN10: 0241399483

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      ''No freelance stone is left unturned with this book. I wish this book had existed when I started freelancing 20 years ago'' - Paul Jarvis, author of Company of One

      Award-winning entrepreneur and freelancer, Alison Grade, guides you through absolutely everything that you need to know to start your successful self-employed life.

      Starting from day one, she will help you develop your personal brand, pick up the financial essentials, grow your client base, manage your work-life balance, negotiate deals and value your time as you become more established. This is your complete guide to turning your talent into a fulfilling and sustainable career.

      ''If you have talent and passion this is a very practical guide to turning that into a career, from someone who''s not just done it but taught many others how to do it too'' - Mike Southon, co-author of The Beermat Entrepreneur and Entrepreneur in Residence, Cass Business School



      Trade Review
      No freelance stone is left unturned with this book. I wish this book had existed when I started freelancing 20 years ago * Paul Jarvis, author of Company of One *
      If you have talent and passion this is a very practical guide to turning that into a career, from someone who's not just done it but taught many others how to do it too * Mike Southon, co-author of The Beermat Entrepreneur and Entrepreneur in Residence, Cass Business School *
      Finally! The book that millions of people have been crying out for. An empowering guide of how to use your work to achieve independence, inspiration and - crucially - balance. A compelling guide whether you're freelance, or just dreaming of it * Bruce Daisley, author of The Joy of Work and VP, Twitter *

      Alison strikes an excellent and inspirational balance; sharing tips and advice that help you work out how to be secure in insecurity and ace the journey to becoming a freelancer

      * Alex Mahon CEO, Channel 4 *
      I would have found The Freelance Bible incredibly valuable when starting my freelance career. It's equally helpful for successful freelancers looking to drive their careers to the next level of success * Marc Silk, voice Actor *

      Invaluable advice for navigating the complex freelance world

      * Caroline Norbury, CEO, Creative England *
      Alison's experiences as both a freelancer and an advisor shine throughout this book - an indispensable, easy to read guide to freelancing * Carl Reader, small business expert and author of The Startup Coach *
      Alison Grade demystifies what it means to be a freelancer and helps the reader decide if a freelance career is for them. A very useful guide for anyone contemplating a career in the creative industries * Barbara Broccoli *

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