Being a successful business owner requires a substantial investment of your time, effort and money. But even if you make that investment, there is no guarantee of success. The purpose of this book is to increase your chance of success ... to turn you dream into reality.
The book examines the steps that you need to take to become an entrepreneur.
It is intended as a practical "how-to" guide for the man or woman (women now own nearly 40% of U.S. businesses) bringing a new firm into existence. The book addresses, in a practical manner, issues relevant to your new business, including: the legal forms a business can take; choosing and protecting your business name; incorporation, business taxes; location & zoning; legally separating your business from yourself; insurance; choosing an accountant and attorney; getting free professional advice; raising capital; marketing on a shoestring budget; pricing your product or service; sales forecasting; understanding financial statements; paying yourself and your employees; your home office; intellectual property; and, developing a successful marketing and business plan.
No matter where you are in your career, or what your reasons for starting a new business might be, this book will help you get going.