Confident Contractor : Thriving in IT Contracting and beyond - Neil Millard

Confident Contractor

Thriving in IT Contracting and beyond

By: Neil Millard

Paperback | 1 November 2024

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Fed up with jumping through someone else's IT hoops at work? Ready to take the leap and be your own boss?


Confident Contractor is the one-stop guide for setting out on your own. Backed up by two decades of IT contracting experience, this book provides practical guidance and actionable strategies for managing the day-to-day reality of running your own business and working for yourself in IT contracting, as well as tips and tricks that will help you succeed long-term.


Understand how to:

∙ Build robust business systems from the outset

∙ Manage cash flow efficiently and safeguard your financial stability

∙ Satisfy compliance requirements and minimise risk and legal liabilities

∙ Negotiate contracts to maximise your earning potential

∙ Build strong client relationships that generate repeat business and client recommendations

Industry Reviews
'This book is the ideal companion for anyone pondering a move into contracting, providing thorough coverage of essential knowledge. I wish I had a time machine to bring it back to the beginning of my contracting journey.' - Marti Floyd, DevOps Engineer, MGBOps Ltd 'Confident Contractor is a game-changer for anyone stepping into the world of contracting. It's like having a mentor by your side, offering clear guidance and practical tips to navigate the complexities of the industry. With its straightforward approach and real-life examples, this book has given me the confidence to step out of my comfort zone to become self-employed. A must-read for aspiring contractors!' - Elizabeth State, Social Media Marketer 'This book completely demystifies the world of contracting, arming you with everything needed to take that daunting leap and be successful thereafter. An indispensable toolkit which I will be turning to repeatedly for years to come on my contracting journey.' - Kieran Stockdale, DevOps Engineer, Equal Experts

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