This handbook is a short practical guide for the growing number of people working as independent contractors selling their own skilled labour services.

Being self-employed means that you are running your own service-based enterprise. Be Your Own Boss is a convenien,t handy guide that explains simply and without jargon how to successfully start and run your own business - whatever the services you offer. It will equip you with the relevant knowledge you will need to work for yourself. This also includes looking after your most valuable business asset - you! A standard `key point' summary phrase concludes each section.

If you decide that self-employment is for you, then you should read this book. When you run a successful business and work smarter within it, the self-employment lifestyle can be a very personally satisfying and rewarding.