If you are looking to freelance, consult or perform contract work while in between jobs, here is a list of helpful references.
This is not a comprehensive list, but it does include some of the best resources I've used, which will help you get started. If you have a reference you feel should be on this list, send me a note or add a comment to this post.
Good luck!
General References:
Flawless Consulting by Peter Block - great insight into what makes a successful consulting relationship
Freelancing for Dummies by Susan Drake - the nuts and bolts of the freelancing world
Contract Writing Templates:
www.entrepreneur.com/formnet
www.nolo.com
www.docstoc.com
Finding Opportunities:
www.freelancersunion.org
www.guru.com
www.sologig.com
www.hiredguns.com - marketing and creative disciplines
Don't forget your own network, including vendors you've used!
*Note to participants in the 6/19 NYSSA event: The correct name of the consultant's broker I mentioned is M2 consulting. They can be found at www.msquared.com M3 Consulting is also a contractor, but their focus is on technology consulting.
Tax Help:
www.irs.gov/businesses/small - yes, the IRS! There are great insights into what you can deduct and what records to keep
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