If you’re thinking about
starting your own company or want to do some work on the side freelancing,
consider buying this book. Here’s what a
few readers on Amazon had to say about it:
“I haven't been
freelancing for long, but I've been in the game long enough to not be too much
of a newbie. I knew a lot of the nuts and bolts information about freelancing,
but Creative Inc. was such a motivational help to keep me going strong! It's so
nice to read a book on this topic without being discouraged about legal jargon
and business plans galore! Creative Inc. is the perfect mix of detailed
information and friendly advice. The interviews with a diverse selection of
freelancers is also really encouraging. Everyone in the book really understands
what you are going through and has been there themselves. I think this book is
a great buy for any type of designer/creative looking to work for themselves.
Hey, if you're stuck behind a cubicle, read this and it will certainly change
your life.” –
Meg Lewis
“Creative,
Inc. was a very helpful & quick read this past month for me. I have hit a
point in my freelance career where I will need to decide to grow, to start a
studio name, and do a lot of more serious planning as this skill of mine
becomes more of my full-time focus. The girls did a great job in this book
giving you just enough information to get you asking all the right questions,
without overly complicating topics that could probably each have their own sets
of books because they can get involved. It's a perfect insight for a native to
the industry (like me) or a new graduate or younger professional trying to
gather all the information before making an informed decision. There are a lot
of interviews from real professionals from all different creative industries,
such as graphic designers, animation freelancers a CPS's insight on taxes and
illustrators.
If you are thinking about freelancing and want to get an idea of how to start,
what is involved and where to go from here, this book is for you.
If you are working in the business, feel stuck, scared or just need some
inspiration to get things moving, this $11 is well spent for a quick read to
get your mind moving again.
I look forward to more in the future.
(specifically on the topic of when and how to decide to start using a studio
name vs. your own as a freelancer!)
wink wink.” – Nicole LaFave
