The Freelancer's Bible: Everything You Need to Know to Have the Career of Your Dreams--On Your Terms

Good for beginners

Now that I am once again venturing into the world of freelancing, I am finding this book to be an invaluable reference. I admit I am only halfway through but love it. The book is not aimed specifically at artists, designers, and illustrators but offers a broader scope. I am trying to get use my artistic talents and skills to make a final career for myself (I am 58) but with concerns about income, I have been cautious. Sara opened my mind to thinking more broadly about what I have to offer in addition to art work. I know I can teach but I hadn't considered some of the other options. I am know putting together a "portfolio" of salable services and moving forward. In addition, she covers other areas such as insurance, taxes, pros and cons of working as a consultant through an agency vs. going it solo. I recommend this reference to anyone thinking about self-employment. She covers it all.

Fantastic book. Everything I wanted to learn about making my freelance business successful and a whole lot more I didn't know I needed a learn. I purchased my copy two months ago. I started with a borrowed copy from my library, but half a chapter in knew I needed to own this book: as a reference and a guide to everything freelance. It's the most thorough and accessible guide I've read so far. I knew I'd want to go back to reread--and I have, again and again. Basically, Horowitz has written a mentor you can take home and keep on your desk. I already have a place cleared for my copy.

As someone driven to the freelance life before I was "ready" due to a layoff, I've often struggled to find my way. I discovered the Freelancer's Union several months ago, and learned of The Freelancer's Bible through that site.The Freelancer's Bible is loaded with good advice, best practices, and resources. As a one-volume overview, it doesn't go deep on some of the more practical aspects of the freelance life (taxes, for example) but one shouldn't expect it to. Rather, Horowitz does an excellent job of getting you pointed in the right direction and provides good references so you can find out more.As a freelancer, you have to do it yourself, but as we're fond of saying at MWS Media, "Doing it yourself means never going it alone." The Freelancer's Bible is written in that spirit, and it's a very good volume to have at hand for that reason. Recommended!

GREAT book! As someone who has just recently decided to take the next step of freelancing for a good chunk of their income, this is a must have. It has so much vital information and is easy to read! You do not get bored or feel as if it is too technical, it is more like you are chatting with a friend and it was exactly what I needed. Overall, I really liked that it speaks to all freelancers. I am a graphic designer and can see how this would help me professionally as well as many other business owners.Great tips. Great resources. Get it!

With some trepidation, I took a job as a contractor this year after an entire career as an employee. The Freelancers' Bible is just what I need to know which takes the fear out of making the leap. It helps me weigh the pros and cons about important decisions such as insurance, taxes, and retirement. The descriptions are easy to understand and allowed me to recognize myself putting me at ease about my decisions. This is the wave of the future so all working people have to know about it AND it's good to know I'm not alone.