The Practical Freelancer
by Paul DochertyThe Practical Freelancer
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Are you a freelancer? Microbiz? Want to make more, work less? Practical, no-fluff insights on being freelance in the UK—without burnout, bad clients, or tax nightmares. Learn what works (and what doesn’t) from a decade+ of real-world experience.
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About Paul Docherty
Real, practical, deployable tips and guides to make your freelance life easier and more productive, helping you earn more money and have more time to just be you.
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