Successful Free-Lancing: The Complete Guide to Establishing and Running Any Kind of Freelance Business [Paperback]

Marian Faux (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 15, 1997

Freelancing is one of the fastest-growing job trends of the nineties, but starting up a freelance business involves more than just hanging out a shingle. In this user-friendly, up-to-the-minute guide, veteran freelancer Marian Faux explains everything you need to know. Topics include:

-Establishing a business plan
-Setting up an office
-Negotiating fees
-Handling contracts and agreement letters
-Tax, insurance, and benefits planning
-Expanding your business
-Advertising, publicity, and marketing
-Measuring your success

Both new and experience freelancers-in every field-will find the information they need in order to run a successful, profitable business.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This book is a welcome addition to the library of anyone who is-or is thinking of becoming-a freelancer." --From the foreward by Stephanie Winston, author of Getting Organized: The Easy Way to Put Your Life in Order

"This unique book addresses many important questions that most books on the subject overlook. It's jam-packed with solid tips on managing your money, your clients, and yourself." --Jann Jasper, organizing consultant and publisher of the Organize for Success newsletter

"A must-have for freelancers. This book answers all your questions." --Elaine Stone, director of the Small Business Center, Fashion Institute of Technology

About the Author

Marian Faux has been happily self-employed for twenty-two years. The author of ten books she has written for Working Woman, Glamour, Self, and other magazines. She teaches small-business operations at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Product Details

• Paperback: 276 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin; Rev Sub edition (March 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312152159
• ISBN-13: 978-0312152154
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,578,296 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A must-read for every potential freelancer!, March 28, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Successful Free-Lancing: The Complete Guide to Establishing and Running Any Kind of Freelance Business (Paperback)

I bought this book hoping it would answer a lot of my questions about freelancing. I am pleased to report that it did. This book is well thought out and organized. I only wish it would discuss a little more about the financial aspects of freelancing (i.e., where to put the money for maximum benefit after you make it!)

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Pay a little more for a book with higher reviews, July 4, 2008

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This review is from: Successful Free-Lancing: The Complete Guide to Establishing and Running Any Kind of Freelance Business (Paperback)

I bought this book in an attempt to inspire a friend of mine to get more involved in the idea of freelancing, and actively pursuing a career in his trade. However, it went no were, so it didn't really serve it's purpose. The reader found it had some good ideas, but nothing special. But I do know there are some good books on freelancing out there, I have seen them, i know they exist! Apparently this is not one of them.