Packed with practical advice and clear examples, this course provides all the information and step-by-step instructions one will need to make self-employment a success.

At the conclusion of the course the learner will be able to:

• Choose the right name for the business and legally register it.
• Establish a DUNS number to the business entity.
• Develop a legal business structure according state and federal requirements.
• Choose the appropriate financing based personal and business needs.
• Identify office equipment and technology needed to properly operate the business.
• Identify insurance requirements based on personal and business needs.
• Understand the risks and rewards associated with being self-employed.
• Understand the Common-Law Rules used by the IRS
• Properly establish a legal relationship with clients.
• Properly utilize staffing agencies during down times.
• Work as an independent contractor part time while maintaining full time employment
• Develop hourly service rates based on market analysis and personal/business needs.
• Cover assignment expenses while maintaining profitability.
• Identify proper times to raise rates based on market and demand.
• Locate and contract with facilities within a selected area.
• Implement a marketing strategy based on desired geographical and industry setting.
• Negotiate contract terms with confidence.
• Communicate effectively with clients via email, telephone, direct mail and networking.
• Utilize accounting software to successfully manage the accounts receivables process.
• Negotiate assignment terms and rates with clientele.
• How and when to deliver invoices manually and electronically.
• How and when to collect on receivables.
• Compile client information essential to an effective billing and collections process.