The book outlines all the steps to successful self-employment, including developing business ideas, tax and legal issues, financing and business planning, working with banks and insurance companies, contracts, branding and patents, marketing, fees and pricing, as well as support programs and networking. You will gain legally sound and fact-oriented knowledge that is also accessible to newcomers without prior business experience. The book includes many checklists, tests, tips, sample documents, and examples of successful founders, making it a comprehensive practical guide for starting a new professional journey.