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Go It Alone: The Streetwise Secrets of Self Employment: The Streetwise Secrets of Self-employment [Kindle Edition]

Geoff Burch (Author)

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"…he knows how to start a business and how to sell and fortunately has the knack of explaining both clearly…" (Gulf Business. 19 May 2003)

"…Wise, helpful and witty, this is that rare thing–a life–changing book…" (Accounting Technician, July 2003)

"…is a perfect companion to the legion of ‘how to start business’ books… absolutely essential reading…" (The View, September 2003)

"…eleven chapters cover all the basic principles of self employment…an extremely readable book…" (Managing Information, October 2003)

"…This book is for anyone who has considered setting up a business…there’s also great advice on how to sell yourself and your business…" (Management Today, November 2003)

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"…he knows how to start a business and how to sell and fortunately has the knack of explaining both clearly…" (Gulf Business. 19 May 2003)

"…Wise, helpful and witty, this is that rare thing–a life–changing book…" (Accounting Technician, July 2003)

"…is a perfect companion to the legion of ‘how to start business’ books… absolutely essential reading…" (The View, September 2003)

"…eleven chapters cover all the basic principles of self employment…an extremely readable book…" (Managing Information, October 2003)

"…This book is for anyone who has considered setting up a business…there’s also great advice on how to sell yourself and your business…" (Management Today, November 2003)

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Format: Kindle Edition
File Size: 356 KB
Print Length: 336 pages
Publisher: Capstone; 1 edition (17 Jun 2011)
Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.� r.l.
Language English
ASIN: B005CCUGDM
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Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful

brilliant 16 Jun 2003

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Format:Paperback

So glad to see this book available again.. it's fantastic, and held my hand when I set up in business

Geoff's wisdom, enthusiasm and humour shine through on every page - and what really marks this book out is its down-to-earth quality - all that stuff about really examining your motives for wanting to be self-employed, the emphasis on keeping your costs down so you don't end up with huge loans, the stuff about making your business stand out... -it's all so true, true, true...

He also emphasises that it's not easy, and it's not for everyone.. there's a quote about how..'if you set up your own business, in a few years time you will be a different person' - well, I did and I am (better organised, more self-disciplined, more realistic, more thick-skinned)

But five years on I've also got a really nice life doing something I love and earning a very good living. I could never go back to being an employee.

Thanks Geoff!

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful

The most impactful book I've ever read... 2 Dec 2004

By kabo

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I read a borrowed copy of this book back in 1997 when I was just 19 and it changed my life! Seriously, some of the many insights, such as, "You'll never be unemployed when you're self-employed - you may be broke - but never unemployed!", in this book have made a profound difference on how I've 'made my living' since.

There's no doubt that reading this book gave me the confidence to just go it alone and make my own way in the world! I left my job as an underpaid graphic designer and started my own business thanks to this book. It should be required reading for anyone just about leave school or college!

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

Great incentive to do your own thing! 7 Aug 2006

By Jennie Rainsford

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This is a fabulous book - it was an inspiration and a comfort to setting up on my own. Self employment is a complete minefield and this book was a great reference and bible for all of the mysteries of working for yourself!

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Great book

Like some of the other reviewers I read this book 10 years ago and it shaped what I did from there on. Read more

Published 7 months ago by North99

Just sound practical advice

I really enjoyed this book. It was practical and funny at the same time. Geoff has a dry sense of humour but it helps him to put across his points beautifully. Read more

Published 13 months ago by D. Lamont

Inspiring....

If you weren't thinking of becoming self-employed before, then you probably will be afterwards. This inspiring book is well written, easy to read, and can be put down and picked up... Read more

Published on 8 May 2010 by Dave

Brilliant!!

If you are considering starting out on your own then this is most definately the book you want to study. Read more

Published on 28 Aug 2009 by Mrs. A. D. Brown

The no bull**** guide to working for yourself

My 1st Geoff Burch book.
Great and ***stop press*** realistic and 'woo-woo' free.

Could also be called a survivor's guide to working for yourself. Read more

Published on 30 July 2009 by A. J. Whitton

Even better than when I read it 10 years ago

When I first read this book 10 years ago, I urged everyone I know who was contemplating "going it alone" to read it, and lent it to so many people I lost track of it. Read more

Published on 21 Jun 2009 by Elena Foulkes

Nothing streetwise or bad boy in this book

Despite the other reviews i was actually disappointed with this book. It is titled The Streetwise secrets of the self employed. There is nothing streetwise in it at all. Read more

Published on 7 Feb 2009 by StepbyStep

Funny, no-nonsense advice

I've been self-employed for about 3 years now, but this book has been a revelation. I wish I'd found it earlier. Read more

Published on 22 Oct 2007 by A. Lorenz

This book is the dogs nutz!

I read it once and I'll read it again and take notes!!! It gets you fired up for starting out on your own it will motivate you and change your mindset. Read more

Published on 24 Feb 2007 by Mr. C. J. Smith

Got me off the sofa

Brilliant book! This book spoke to me as if I had Geoff with me as my personal teacher. His wealth of experience coupled with his ability to communicate practical business ideas... Read more

Published on 29 Aug 2006 by Donovan kooc

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