In addition to running a web design company that consistently puts out great work, Mike is also known for his hilarious “Fuck You, Pay Me” talk.
If you haven’t seen it yet, it’s worth your time. Like many titles in the A Book Apart series, this one seems like a conglomeration of blog posts fit into a nice, read-in-a-day format. Which if you’re anything like me (a designer short on time) — it’s a fantastic selling point.
This book takes you through the ins and outs of getting clients, presenting your work, and of course getting paid. I recommend this to anyone that’s either freelancing or running their own business in the service industry — even if their business happens to be outside the field of design. It’s funny and I think there are things to learn here if you’re just starting out or 10 years in.