Take a shower, groom yourself, take out your nose ring. TIPS Design and print some business cards. Do be frugal and shop around. You do not need an extravagant card, especially when starting to contract. Search for discounts.
Many businesses catering to contractors offer discount programs or credit terms.
Prepare your home office if you will be working out of your home. This means organizing an efficient work area and filing system to keep track of your important paperwork. This does not mean going out and purchasing a new computer, printer, desk, and fancy office chair. Install a telephone line dedicated to your business and purchase an answering machine or voice mail. Do not let your spouse, child, roommate or any other person answer this line.