Small Business For Dummies
The leading resource for starting and running any small businessWant to start a small business — or energize the one you already have? This practical, no-nonsense guide gives you expert advice on everything from generating ideas and locating start-up money to hiring the right people, balancing the books, and planning for growth.Start from scratch — overturn all the stones of a typical small business start-up, from choosing the right niche for you to writing a business plan to creating the right legal frameworkIf you buy it, will they come? — evaluate an existing business, determine a price, and know what to do after the sale is completeGet your motor runnin' — discover how to solve the most compellingproblems facing small businesses, from sales creation and marketing to operational issues (and everything in between)Stay in business — delve into the day-to-day issues you'll face as your business grows, like hiring and maintaining employees, tax laws, and government regulations"No one should try to start a business without this book."—Hattie Bryant, creator of the PBS seriesSmall Business 2000"Eric Tyson continues his never-ending quest to help people gain economic self-sufficiency and freedom."—Jim Collins, coauthor ofBuilt to Lastand author ofGood to GreatLearn to:Keep your business "in business" for the long haulImplement the latest in financing, hiring, health plans, and moreUtilize the latest technology and social media sites in your small businessOpen the book and find:Advice on gauging whetherentrepreneurship is for youTips on personal money managementWays to successfully start or rejuvenate your small businessHow to write a strategic business planGuidance on locating financingThe advantages of buying an existing businessPlain-English explanations of legal and tax issuesTime-tested problem-solving tips