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Resources

Get started with freelancing resources for finance, sales, marketing and self-discipline

Getting started with freelancing

The $100 Startup Reinvent the Way You Have a Business and Change Your Life by Chris Guillebeau
A practical guide to starting a business with minimal investment.

Freelancing Like a Pro The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Freelance Career by Heather Anne Walters
A comprehensive resource covering the basics of freelancing, including marketing, pricing, and time management.

The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business Make More Per Hour than You Think is Possible by Elaine Pofeldt
Insights into building a successful freelance career, with strategies for high-paying clients and efficient workflow.

Essentialism The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown
A must-read for freelancers, focusing on prioritization, time management, and achieving more with less.

Finance essentials

The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business Make More Per Hour than You Think is Possible by Elaine Pofeldt
A guide to building a successful freelance career and managing income.

Free to Focus 4 Simple Steps to Achieve Your Goals, Eliminate Stress, and Create the Life You Really Want by Michael Hyatt
Strategies for prioritizing tasks, setting boundaries, and focusing on high-leverage activities that impact your finances.

The Financial Diet A Girl's Guide to Hot Money, Sex, Dating, and Being a Human (Or at Least Trying) by Chelsea Fagan
A practical guide to personal finance, covering topics like budgeting, saving, and investing for freelancers.

Will It Fly? How to Know if Your New Business Idea Has Wings by Pat Flynn
A must-read for freelancers looking to start or grow their business, focusing on validating ideas, creating a business plan, and setting financial goals.

Sales & marketing essentials

The Copywriter's Handbook A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Copy That Sells by Robert W. Bly
A comprehensive guide to writing effective copy that resonates with clients and drives sales.

Influence The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini
Understand the psychology behind influence and persuasion, helping you craft a compelling sales pitch and close more deals.

Content Chemistry An Illustrated Guide to Blogging Success by Andy Crestodina
Insights into creating high-quality content that attracts clients and drives sales, as well as effective marketing and promotion strategies.

The Sales Bible The Ultimate Sales Resource for Today's Sellers by Jeffrey Gitomer
A comprehensive resource covering the fundamentals of sales, including prospecting, pitching, and closing deals.

Discipline, health & mental health

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey
A classic self-help book that provides practical advice on personal development, time management, and stress reduction.

The One Thing The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
Strategies for focusing on high-impact activities, eliminating distractions, and achieving your goals while maintaining your physical and mental health.

Daring Greatly How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown
A must-read for freelancers, exploring the importance of vulnerability, self-acceptance, and building resilience in the face of uncertainty.

The Self-Care Revolution Smart Habits and Simple Steps to a Better You by Suzy Reading
Practical advice on prioritizing self-care, managing stress, and cultivating a sense of calm and well-being in your daily life.

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