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Although I am not a freelancer right now, I have experience freelancing in the past, and one key lesson I’ve learned is that to succeed as a freelancer, you must stay motivated and focused on growth. But let’s be real, even for the most determined freelancers, motivation can sometimes wane. 

A great way to combat that, though, is by cultivating a habit of always learning, seeking inspiration, and immersing yourself in new ideas. Reading books is a wonderful way to do that! Here are a few highly recommended reads that touch on the core areas every freelancer faces:

The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber

(For the foundations and business strategy)

This is a classic for a reason. It does a great job at walking you through the difference between working in your business versus working on your business. It teaches you all about building systems and thinking beyond just “getting gigs” so you can grow a sustainable freelance career.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by juggling multiple clients, deadlines, and personal tasks, this book is a game-changer. It’s full of practical methods for organizing your workflow so that nothing slips through the cracks.

As you probably know by now, freelancing is more than just the work you do. It also comes with navigating the ups and downs of working for yourself. This book dives into the human side of freelancing and offers encouragement to help you stay grounded and resilient.

Stop Thinking Like a Freelancer by Liam Veitch

This one’s all about shifting from a “gig worker” mindset to a business-owner mindset. It shares actionable strategies on how to market yourself, win clients, and grow beyond chasing one-off projects.

Have you read any of these books? Which one stuck with you the most?

What’s your go-to book recommendation for freelancers?

Or are you more of a podcast/Youtube person when it comes to learning?

Books every freelancer should read

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