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A practical guide to innovation and entrepreneurship, presenting them as a systematic discipline for understanding and analyzing America's new entrepreneurial economy.

A practical guide that teaches entrepreneurs how to craft a clear, concise business plan, covering competitor analysis, market forecasting, financial presentation, and internal planning.

A new 25th anniversary update of the entrepreneur's bible For twenty-five years, entrepreneurs have relied on this friendly, comprehensive guide to the basics of successfully operating a small business. Now, this new Fourth Edition of How to Start, Run & Stay in Business completely updates the bestselling classic for today's entrepreneur. It features all the reliable, straightforward advice readers expect and also includes entirely new information on online business and marketing as well as new Internet resources. Material on legal and financial issues, international business, customer service, and state and federal tax regulations has been fully revised. Plus, new charts, illustrations, questionnaires, and checklists make the book more practical and useful than ever. Inside, you'll find world-class guidance on every vital aspect of small business success, including: Preparing a business plan Finding the right location Deciding on an ownership structure Record keeping and taxes Financing and capital Inventory and distribution Hiring and staffing Managing and motivating people Marketing and promotions Risk management And much more In addition, a wealth of helpful resources covers all your outside needs, from attorneys and accountants to trade associations and Web site designers. Whether your business is brick-and-mortar, mom-and-pop, home-based, or online, How to Start, Run & Stay in Business, Fourth Edition provides all the information you need to make your entrepreneurial dream a reality.

Can I be a stay-at-home mom and still earn extra income? Which home business is best for me? Where can I find expert advice on launching my own business? How much will it cost to get started?For nearly two decades, bestselling author and home-based business guru Priscilla Y. Huff has run a successful writing business out of her home while balancing her family life. In fact, this book, now in its third edition, is proof of her success. Her valuable advice on what works--and what doesn't--is available to you. From start-up costs to potential income, this book shows you how to:Choose the perfect home-based business from 101 of the best: customer service, arts and crafts, entertainment, computer and high tech, mail order, home-based distributorships and franchises, and many others Take the first steps to starting any business Find and use valuable resources, including local, state, and federal government sources; business and professional associations; books, Web sites, and other publications And much, much more!You'll also find inspiring stories from businesswomen who have achieved success and financial reward. If you've ever dreamed of owning your own business, this book should be your first investment.From the Trade Paperback edition.

Own Your Own Corporation explains how entrepreneurs can structure, raise capital for, and run a corporation to maximize tax savings, protect assets, and comply with the latest legal rules.