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About this book
Use the skills and experience you have gained in the workplace to move on to the next stage of your working life-as a consultant, contractor or freelancer. Self-employment as a service provider can give you the opportunity to work on your own terms, in your preferred location and to enjoy a lifestyle that is healthier, more relaxed and satisfying. This practical book takes you through the steps to:
* Realise your vision of successful self-employment in a viable consultancy, freelancing or contracting business.
* Position yourself in the market place so that you will be recognised as a consultant, contractor or freelancer.
* Discover the various marketing approaches you can use and which best suit your own style.
* Develop a business plan which is realistic and effective, based on successful real examples.
* Learn how to price your work, know what others are charging and how to negotiate with clients so that the focus is more on your work than on your fee.
* Decide which of the various business structures-sole trader, partnership or incorporation-is best for you.
* Be aware of the pitfalls of solo practice so you can avoid them.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- CONTENTS
- PREFACE
- 1: WHY BECOME A CONSULTANT?
- 2: ARE YOU READY FOR THIS?
- 3: BUSINESS PLAN
- 4: ESTABLISHING YOUR OFFICE
- 5: ESTABLISHING YOUR BUSINESS
- 6: FINANCIAL ASPECTS
- 7: MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS
- 8: SECURING THE ENGAGEMENT
- 9: WRITING PROPOSALS
- 10: SERVICE DELIVERY
- 11: GROWING YOUR BUSINESS
- 12: IT’S THERE FOR THE ASKING. DO YOU WANT IT?
- ENDNOTES
- RESOURCES
- INDEX