Bookkeeping-how to start as self-employee

smetol

Hi all.
I have some (3 years experience in accounts).My goal is to start working as self -employee bookkeeper.I don't feel confident enough to jump straight in to the it.Wondering if anybody could give me some advice what do to,how to start,where to gain work experience..etc.I have general good finance knowledge(holding Certificate in Accounting),I was doing Computerized Payroll&Bookkeeping course with Fas and looking for the advice how to start as a bookkeeper.
Many thanks for all your advices.

dbran

Hi

Basically get yourself out there, advertise your services, network, meet people who may be looking for what you are providing. get recommendations and referrals, form associations with other people who might use your services etc.

Its going to be very hard if you are starting from zero but not impossible if you are up for the challenge it is ultimately worth it if you stick it out.

Hope this helps

dbran

mari2222

in the main you need to be clear what you can offer and then aggressively market that.

of course you need to comply with law - register as sole trader and keep your own accounts - make it easy for "buyers" to see what you are selling

good Luck