{"product_id":"starting-your-career-as-a-wesley-crossly-9798245113371","title":"Starting Your Career as a Contractor: A Beginner's Guide to Securing Projects and Managing Workflows","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat if starting a contracting career didn't have to feel uncertain, disorganized, or risky?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're considering independent work but feel unsure how to secure projects, manage clients, price your services, or stay consistent, this book gives you clear, practical direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStarting Your Career as a Contractor\u003c\/b\u003e is a concise, beginner-focused guide designed to help you transition from employment to independent work with confidence. It focuses on real-world systems, professional standards, and sustainable habits that successful contractors rely on.\u003c\/p\u003eWhat you'll gain from this book\u003cp\u003eBy reading this guide, you'll learn how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTurn your existing skills into a clear, marketable service\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFind and manage projects without underpricing or overcommitting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommunicate professionally and set boundaries with clients\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganize your workload, timelines, and expectations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid common mistakes that lead to burnout or income instability\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild credibility and long-term client trust\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book also \u003cb\u003eincludes a dedicated Frequently Asked Questions section\u003c\/b\u003e, addressing the most common concerns new contractors have about pricing, client management, contracts, and day-to-day operations.\u003c\/p\u003eWho this book is for\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eProfessionals transitioning out of traditional employment\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeginners entering contract or freelance work\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSkilled workers seeking structure and consistency\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnyone who wants clarity instead of guesswork\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf you want a realistic roadmap that explains not just what to do, but why it works, this guide gives you the answers-including the questions most beginners don't know to ask.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet your copy today and start building your contracting career with confidence, control, and stability.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Wesley Crossly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798245113371\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/22\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 150\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.40lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.32d","brand":"Wesley Crossly","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48176099492095,"sku":"9798245113371","price":15.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_8c2fb6b9-7211-4b2b-8f89-0286d82cd28f.jpg?v=1771336567","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/starting-your-career-as-a-wesley-crossly-9798245113371","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}