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The Thrills and Chills of Self-Employment

The thrills (and chills) of self-employment

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The thrills (and chills) of self-employment

Many people dream of one day being their own boss, and with self-employment in the U.S. growing each year, the opportunities have never been greater. But what do you need to know before you make the leap to self-employment? Jeanne Yocum will break down common myths about what it’s like to be your own boss, describe the mindset you need to succeed, and point out benefits of self-employment you may not have considered.

Presented by Jeanne Yocum (COM ’78), author of The Self-Employment Survival Guide.

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Learn key entrepreneurial skills like leveraging your natural strengths, exploring options for funding and developing a solid business plan.

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