Ever thought of becoming your own boss? Want to earn extra income but not sure how to start? Join us to cover the basics of getting started in this informative presentation by Samaschool, a nonprofit equipping people to benefit from independent work, and leave with the confidence to take the first step.

Please note that although lessons may be applicable in other countries, this conversation focuses on freelancing in the United States.

Key Takeaways

• The essentials for getting started - including what you need, how to approach it, and where to focus
• Steps you can take today to build your personal brand as a freelancer
• Proven tactics you can use to land your first gig

Agenda

• 30 min - Presentation by Samaschool
• 15 min - Moderated discussion with Udacity
• 15 min - Live Q&A

About the Speaker

Jesse Bisignano is the Curriculum Manager at Samaschool, a San Francisco-based nonprofit that equips people with the skills they need to succeed as freelancers and leverage independent work to achieve their career goals. As Curriculum Manager, he designs and implements in-person, virtual, and self-paced versions of Samaschool's core freelance training, creates digital tools for freelancers, and manages alumni engagement. Jesse holds a BA in Political Science from Vassar College, and an MA in Development Studies from the Graduate Institute of Geneva, Switzerland.