Survival Skills for Freelancers: Tried and tested tips to help you ace self-employment without burnout

General Information: Edition Language: English Published: June 9th 2020 Book links: (https://r.mrd.ninja/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSurvival-Skills-Freelancers-self-employment-without-ebook%2Fdp%2FB089YYJC6P) Amazon , (https://r.mrd.ninja/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.goodreads.com%2Fbook%2Fshow%2F54010066-survival-skills-for-freelancers) Goodreads Publisher's Summary: Being your own boss can be great – but it can be tough, too! What do you charge? When do you say no? What about boundaries? And how do you tackle the ups and downs of working alone, such as isolation and self-doubt? We all know the benefits of self-employment – work where you like, when you like, how you like... but how do you handle the messiness and the challenges of freelance life?! This book is your secret weapon to help you ace self-employment. Survival Skills for Freelancers shares an honest, warm and realistic view of self-employment, to help you rock the socks off freelance life. With its personal anecdotes, practical advice and tales from the freelance community, it busts the myths about being your own boss, to help you succeed as a solo worker. Discover how to survive and thrive as a freelancer – without neglecting your mental health and well-being. WHAT’S INCLUDED... Survival Skills for Freelancers covers issues such as: the fundamentals of freelancing three strategies to deal with isolation adopting the right mindset for success knowing your worth – and what to charge trusting your instinct, and learning to say no achieving balance and avoiding burnout the importance of investing in your business the qualities that help you survive and thrive as a freelancer "absolute gold" "a must-have book" "a pocket business mentor" "an instant gem" "shines with empathy and warmth" outstanding Whether youre new to freelance life, thinking of taking the leap or more experienced, the messiness and challenges of self-employment can trip you up if youre not prepared. Survival Skills for Freelancers is your secret weapon to help you do what you love and love what you do . Youll learn Trust your instinct, and discover the empowering magic of saying no Build a community, find new clients and make the most of your network Set better boundaries and create a worklife balance that works for you Take control and remember youre the boss not your clients! Deal with the isolation that comes with self-employment Value your worth and know how and what to charge Deal with comparisonitis and put a stop to negative self-talk Prioritise your own mental health and wellbeing youre nothing without them! Tackle the fear of failure and grasp opportunities thatll build your confidence Ditch self-doubt and imposter syndrome for good! Crammed with personal anecdotes , practical advice and tales from the freelance community , Survival Skills for Freelancers busts the myths about being your own boss, to help you ace self-employment without burnout. Get more than 20 years of freelance experience plus quotes and case studies from over 100 freelancers in 200 unputdownable pages . ABOUT THE AUTHOR I've spent 20+ years as a freelance copywriter. I built a successful freelance career with very little guidance but you dont have to. In Survival Skills for Freelancers I share the secrets I've learnt from both the things that worked AND the things that didnt. In my straight-talking, conversational tone, I guide you through the highs and lows all freelancers face from isolation , uncertainty and self-doubt to knowing what to charge , when to ask for help , and when to say no . These tried and tested strategies are based on real life experience, backed up by research, resources and quotes from the freelance community. READER REVIEWS Before you set up your website, think about your product and audience and offering, spend your first few pounds on this book. It'll make every subsequent pound and hour better spent. Matthew Knight, founder, Leapers Ive been freelancing for 15+ years and I wish Id read this book on day one. Every page is packed with practical advice and hard-won wisdom. Get it! Tom Albrighton, author, The Freelance Introvert A warm, practical and empathetic guide to the challenges of being your own boss. I could have done with this before embarking on a decade as a self-employed reporter and presenter! Ed Draper, Sky Sports broadcaster Its so nice to read a book written by a proper copywriter who knows how to get words from the page to the mind with the least resistance. It's just so goddamn intuitive to read. Matt Phil Carver, copywriter A brilliantly relatable and comprehensive guide that holds your hand with compassion and humour through the rocky yet undeniably exciting world of self-employment. Louise Goss, founder, The Homeworker