Honorary president: Judith Butcher Honorary vice-president: David Crystal OBE

Starting Out
Setting up a small business

Valerie Rice

This booklet – written by the SfEP's finance director – is intended as a brief guide for new, and not-so-new, members of the Society on how to begin as a freelance editor or proofreader in the UK.

Contents

1. Making the decision
2. What do I need?
3. What next?
4. How do I manage my finances?
5. How do I get work?
6. How much do I charge
7. What else can I do?
8. Useful resources

All new associates receive a free copy of the booklet when they join. Others can purchase a copy for £3.50 (inc. p&p): send a cheque (made out to 'SfEP') to the SfEP Office.

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