Self Employed???

I have been a 1 person business since 2004 ( boat repair shop ) and it is hard work trying to get billable time and time to do all the other functions of business . I love being my own boss and you will too but it is not easy . You will work more hours and make less but you will also be proud of yourself everyday you go to work . I think every one should give it a shot at least once . My advise would be to know your field inside out before starting , i spent 20 years as boat mechanic at time i started my business . Have an accountant to do your tax stuff and focus on making your business go . By the way when i started my business i had about 500.00 in bank and two 0 balance credit cards that i used to keep me afloat for 1st year .