Warts and all guide about taking the leap from being an employee into owning a business. Provides a framework to determine if this is the right thing for you to do. It details how to make the transition, obtain funding for your business and practical tips to make sure that you start off on the right path. A must for any aspiring entrepreneur! It makes for an entertaining read as well as a practical guide. It will be inspiration for some, sound warning bells for others. Either way it could save you thousands of dollars by learning from the experience of others. Did you know that more than 2 in 3 people have dreamed of running their own business? Have you ever wanted to own your own business? Not sure if it is right for you or maybe you just need that extra level of motivation to make it happen? Learn practical tips and techniques to help smooth the way. Avoid costly mistakes and learn from years of experience and facts. This book provides an easy to follow process to manage everything from selecting what you want to do, how to structure your business and how to finance it. A must read for any aspiring business owner. The book contains information on:
* Small Business success statistics from both Australia and Internationally
* Explores the different types of businesses that you can own – Start-Ups, Franchises, Not for Profit and Self Employed
* Provides detailed information about either starting your own or buying an existing business
* A Business Owner boot camp – to see if you are fit and ready to run a small business
* Determining what path is right for you and helps you articulate your motivations in owning a business
* Developing a plan to transition from being an employee to be a business owner
