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Survival Skills for Freelancers: Tried and Tested Tips to Help You Ace Self-Employment Without Burnout

By: Sarah Townsend
Narrated by: Sarah Townsend
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The number one best-selling guide to self-employment, as seen in Forbes.

"Absolute gold", "a must-have book", "a pocket business mentor", "an instant gem", "shines with empathy and warmth", “outstanding”

Whether you’re new to freelance life, thinking of taking the leap, or more experienced, the messiness and challenges of self-employment can trip you up if you’re not prepared. Survival Skills for Freelancers is your secret weapon to help you do what you love and love what you do.

You’ll learn to:

  • 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 work-life balance that works for you
  • Take control and remember you’re 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
  • Prioritize your own mental health and well-being - you’re nothing without them
  • Tackle the fear of failure and grasp opportunities that’ll 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 this audiobook.

Reviews of Survival Skills for Freelancers:

“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)

“I’ve been freelancing for 15+ years and I wish I’d 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)

”It’s 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 humor through the rocky yet undeniably exciting world of self-employment.” (Louise Goss, founder, The Homeworker)

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A Hitchhiker’s Guide to the wonderful world of freelancing, shared with wit, warmth and wisdom.

Don’t be fooled into thinking you’re too far along your freelancing journey to need this brilliant audiobook. This is an indispensable resource you’ll be dipping in and out of for years.

I’m 7 years in, and I still found it to be packed to its virtual spine with valuable nuggets, practical guidance, unflinching insights and “aha!” moments.

Based on Sarah’s own sometimes-painful experiences (and those of others in the freelance community) the book covers challenges, debunks myths and explores the pitfalls you can fall foul of when you’re working for yourself.

Then, like the very best kind of wingwoman, Sarah takes you by the hand (ear?) and guides you honestly and gently so you don’t make the same mistakes yourself.

A must-listen, must-read, must-keep-close-at-hand-forever for any freelancer.

Witty, warm and wise - a Hitchhiker’s Guide to freelance life

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Where was this book when I was starting out in my freelance life?!

The advice is so beautifully thought out and also seriously practical.

I’ve listened to the boon as a reminder; what to do and of course what to avoid and it really struck a chord with me.

A must have!

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This book is a vital tool for both new and old freelancers alike.
It has some very useful insight for those just starting out on their journey and who do not know exactly what to expect.
Sarah provides her wealth of experience and hindsight to highlight the highs and lows of freelancing and the things we really need to think about before and during our ventures.
I have been freelancing for 15 years and even I have found useful pointers and faced some self reflections during the book, as to where I can improve to avoid burnout and to improve my confidence as a freelancer.
Read this before starting or when you are already in the game, if you are looking to improve your freelance life and work life balance and to address issues of burnout, imposter syndrome and just generally seeing yourself as a real "business".

Useful and insightful for Freelance life

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For you, some of it may be common sense, some new, some old stuff, but it's all in one place. And don't we all need a reminder every now and then? This book is packed with all kind of valuable tips and ideas for making your freelance life better. I had several highlights that really made me think, especially the one about fear of success... Recommend!

don't we all need a reminder every now and then?

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I've been a freelancer for over 16 years now and wish this book had been around when I started. There are so many great little tips and words of wisdom to learn from. I completely agree about the "payment on account" tax bill being a nasty surprise for new freelancers - it caught me out during my first year in business too. It is nice and easy to digest and the narration is excellent. I highly recommend listening if you're looking to start working for yourself or even if you've already started!

A great resource for all freelancers!

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