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Too many questions for online. Independent contracting and freelancing either
suit your nature or they don't. That is, it depends on why you're looking at
independent consulting.
Try this book by Peter C. Brown--it's not about technical communication
contracting or freelancing, but it does cover a lot of the responsibilities
and joys of being an independent consultant. "Jumping the Job Track:
Security, Satisfaction, and Success as an Independent Consultant" ppbk Crown
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