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If we were to take a poll of people who like to read, most of us would probably say that reading is a wonderful leisure-time activity-a real luxury-something we never seem to have enough time to do. Of course, almost everybody reads something every day-the newspaper, maybe a magazine article or two, perhaps snatches of a novel-but actual sit-back, put-your-feet-up, spend-hours-at-it reading: we're too busy. For many people, the anticipation of a vacation is fueled by blissful thoughts of long, lazy afternoons at the beach with a corking good mystery yarn or cozy evenings by the fire weeping and sighing over the tribulations of the beautiful-but-doomed heroine of a torrid gothic novel.

If you're saying, "yes, yes, just what I like to do. That's my idea of a perfect vacation," this article is for you. On the other hand, if you read that last paragraph and thought to yourself, "naa, I like to read, but I'm not into fiction. I like to read about practical things, real events, real people, what's going on in the world, history, economics, how to build your own boat, stuff like that," this article is for you too.

You are reading this article because you were intrigued with the idea of being a reader for pay. You probably thought it sounded wonderful to be paid for something you like to do anyway. And it is. But you may also have had rosy visions of working when you wanted to, setting your own hours, choosing an income level for yourself, and so forth. In short, you dreamed of becoming a freelancer.



Many people are excited by the freedom that working for yourself offers: unlimited potential (no more waiting for the yearly raise); the chance to take a vacation when you want to go, not when the boss says it's time to go; the luxury of getting up when you want to and not having to commute to a daily job; and-this is very appealing-the opportunity to plan a schedule that fits into your life and takes into account your priorities and the needs of your family.

For freelancers who love the life-and most do-these are the keys to satisfaction. Whether you're currently employed or unemployed, freelancing offers the opportunity to integrate your work experience with your life. People often make a distinction between their "jobs" and their "lives." They frequently find their jobs are tedious and uninspiring, but there's seldom enough time left over to do the things they want to do with their lives. Freelance reading for pay gives you the opportunity to do something that's fun, provides a service, and adds a dimension to your life. All this and you get paid besides!

Starting a career as a paid freelance reader can provide you with a virtually risk-free exit from a dull dead-end job if you're willing to work extra hours for a short time. You can learn how to do whichever of the reading-for-pay jobs that appeal to you and start doing freelance work while you're still employed. When you've acquired the expertise and the client list to afford to leave the job, you can do so without a tremendous jolt to your income.

Freelancing is also the ideal solution for the person whose home pressures and responsibilities-small children or the care of elderly parents, for example-prevent outside employment. If you have young children who need lots of attention, you can begin as a freelance reader working a few hours a week. As the children grow, they'll require less of your time, and you can expand your work schedule accordingly.

Whether you work a lot or a little, if you're a freelancer, you're in business for yourself. As with any other business, there are details to be attended to that go beyond simply getting the work, doing it, and getting paid. Some people relish the prospect of dealing with the "business" end of freelancing; others view it with the same enthusiasm they would have for an all-day dentist's appointment.

This gloomy view is not only unnecessary, many times it is also the path to reduced efficiency and missed opportunity to maximize your profits. The truth is, freelancing offers many tax advantages, even under the new rules. If you're on top of the business end of your work, you'll be in a position to take full advantage of the breaks you're entitled to when tax time rolls around. If you know how to plan, keeping track of the things you should takes very little time. We'll tell you what you need to do to make business record-keeping virtually painless. You may even learn to love the IRS!

Finally, Reading for Pay will give you lots of tips on juggling day-to-day activities and a job when both are going on under the same roof. We'll tell you how to get some RESPECT for your work from those nearest and dearest to you; how to set up the best working conditions for your situation; how to organize a realistic timetable for your work and the rest of your life; what to do when the "blahs" hit you the same day a project is due; how to make contact with others who do the same kind of work so you can "network" for job opportunities and exchange of professional ideas; and how to do a whole lot more that will add to the pleasure and financial rewards of reading for pay. All these gems of wisdom have been learned the hard way by other freelancers. By simply reading this article and applying what you learn, you can skip the trial-and-error part and do it right... from the beginning.

You've chosen to explore an exciting, challenging, and worthwhile career path by reading this article. Read it carefully; it's your ticket to wonderful new job opportunities that can provide real growth, both professional and financially. By the time you finish the book, we're betting that "reading" will have taken on a whole new meaning for you. Now, let's go to work!
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