This week on The Content Byte, we’re talking to Sarah Townsend, a UK-based copywriter and the bestselling author of Survival Skills for Freelancers, a book that’s fast becoming THE bible for anyone starting out working for themselves. (There’s lots to learn too even if you’re a veteran freelancer, just quietly). We chat to Sarah about:

• What inspired the book, and how she essentially wrote it for her ‘younger self’
• The strategies she used to get the book out there and create word of mouth
• The pitfalls of freelancing, such as letting clients become your mini bosses, taking on work that’s not a good fit for you, and being too scared to take risks
• Why community’s so important and how to find your people
• Why a trusted freelance tribe can be invaluable, especially with what to charge
• How freelancing just isn’t for everyone and that’s completely okay
• Her top tips for any freelancers who may be struggling with building a business
• And much more!

Want to know more about Sarah and the book?

Head to SurvivalSkillsForFreelancers.com to sign up for Sarah’s monthly newsletter, which is full of great advice for freelancers. You’ll also get your hands on a free downloadable chapter of the book.

You can also buy the book direct from Sarah or from Amazon.