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Table of Contents

New Economy, New You. Is a Self-Directed Career for You? Choosing a Path. Starting a Business. Buying a Business. Operating a Franchise. Consulting. More Ways to Work. Getting Started. Appendix. Index.

Author Biography

DAVID LORD is an independent marketing consultant and former editor of the Executive Recruiter News.