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This concise, 64-page text offers everything required to teach the basics of touch typing. It teaches proper key reaches for the letter keys, top-row keys and symbols. A variety of drills that increase speed and accuracy and improve keying techniques provide reinforcement and build keyboarding skills. Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, A Brief Course textbook can be used alone in a short keyboarding class, or in conjunction with any version of Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing software for a complete keyboarding solution.
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The bestselling first edition of The McGraw-Hill Guide to Starting Your Own Business sold more than 75,000 copies, and took the reader step-by-step through the entire process of starting a new venture. This completely revised second edition once again shows entrepreneurs the keys to determining the best business opportunities, creating a business plan, and formulating a winning marketing strategy. In addition, it now profiles alternative sources of funding from SBA loans to angel investors and provides valuable do's and don'ts from over one hundred entrepreneurs.
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Excellent guide to start your own business.......2007-01-11
It is a complete guide to start your own business, specially when you are first time. It covers all the steps in the process from finding out what kind of business to complete a real business plan. It also analyse buying an existing business or a franchise. Excellent book.
A Must-Read for the New Entrepreneur.......2006-11-20
This book is a great starting point for the first-time entrepreneur; it is informative and motivating for one who has toyed with the idea of starting a business, but lacks the experience to know where to begin in his journey. Dr. Harper helps the reader to re-evaluate his or her plans to avoid failure in the future.
Pretty good intro to starting a business.......2005-12-27
This book is a good summary of the more technical aspects of starting a business. It doesn't dig into economics or financial issues too deeply so just reading this book isn't going to make you an expert. But, I think the general steps to starting a business are laid-out pretty well and that this book has a lot of value for someone looking for direction. One thing I would have liked to see in this book was a concise summary of all the steps involved so that when it is time to refer back to this book after reading it, you're not digging through the details and examples.
So far it has been very informational........2005-09-11
I have not read the whole book yet but from what I have read it has been very informational. There are a lot of good tips and things that I had not even thought about. I think I got what I paid for.
Eye Opening!.......2002-11-21
I would highly recommend picking up this book to anyone contemplating opening a small business or maybe struggling with an existing one. It is an easy read and reminds you of the common pitfalls, at the same time motivating for success...
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PR pundits and business owners Friedman and Yorio tackle the fear factor of women who want to quit their day job and build a business. They ask, "Are you the girl to run the show?" They answer with a sassy list of pros and cons ("You will be able to get to your child's school play, but you will think about money all the time.") and with tough questions ("Could you negotiate a reasonable rent with an unreasonable landlord?)
Every chapter is packed with interviews, charts, quizzes and witty directives about self-employment. Among their greatest hits: what's in a name, choosing logos, ten inspiring business chick flicks, legal eagles, business speak and visibility in professional associations. Friedman and Yorio sweat the small stuff. They explain, for example, why you shouldn't eat spaghetti at a business lunch and how to ask revealing questions of a potential employee or computer consultant. The authors' premise, "let women be women" is most compelling when they explore the unique challenges women face--from finding female role models to being a boss "without being a bitch."
They are on shakier ground with the arguable assumption that all women share distinct gender styles and strengths. This type casting and the "girl friend" tone can sometimes belittle the book's smart and strategic ideas for becoming the boss. Still, it is hard to imagine a more readable, practical book about the challenges of being in charge. --Barbara Mackoff
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Geared toward the unique challenges faced by self-employed businesswomen,
The Girl's Guide to Starting Your Own Business offers solutions and advice for handling a range of issues, including how to write a business plan, how to secure funding, and how to hire (and fire) employees. Caitlin Friedman and Kimberly Yorio share practical information drawn from their own extensive experience in the public relations, marketing, and consulting industries. Their concise and engaging advice is explained through entertaining tips, lists, and quizzes that speak directly to women who are dreaming of starting, or have already started, their own businesses.
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Great info for the beginner.......2007-07-13
I am in the pre-contemplation phase of starting my own business and this book has given me invaluable insight into the types of things I will need to prepare to deal with.
I would not say this is a technical manual that tells you precisely how to start your own business. But it does present sort of an outline of all the different aspects you need to consider before going there. And there are several great "mini-interviews" throughout the book from actual business owners highlighting working examples of each subject the book touches on.
I would recommend this book for non-MBA types, those who are in the "just thinking about it" phase of starting their own business but are unsure about what all is involved. For me this was a very illuminating read.
Good on inspiration, low on the details.......2007-05-14
The Girl's Guide is an inspirational how-to book for women entrepreneurs, sprinkled with stories of actual women business owners, self-quizes, and lists of movies/music/books. But in giving a big overview, it is short in details and specific how-to's. And, by trying to be everything to everyone, it is not specific to any particular kind of business ... traditional brick-and-mortar vs internet, service vs. product, solopreneur vs employee-based, etc.
Pros:
-Written for women, addressing unique issues, such as dressing for business meetings and the problems of being "nice"
-Give a big, high-level overview of the opening of a business
Cons:
-Assumes that to grow you will need employees (not true in the age of virtual assistants and outsourcing) and a long business plan (not true in the age of the one page business plan)
-Assumes your web designer will know about web/email marketing and sales (many web designers are graphic designers, not marketing gurus)
-Assumes you will want a brick-and-mortar type-business, not an internet-only home business (and that if you start out working from home, it's a way to save money, not a business style)
-Gives some financial, legal, internet, and marketing advice that is out of date (i.e., states now permit one-person LLCs)
If you want a book specific to your new business, or that gives you a step by step, specific guide, this is not the book for you.
If you want a book to inspire you to open your own business (especially if you want a traditional, brick-and-mortar, employee-based, consulting business that you want to grow to be big), buy this book.
Get it girl!.......2007-03-13
I think this book is a great guide to starting your business.
Inspiring!.......2007-03-06
I really liked this easy to read inspiring book that interviews a lot of real life women business owners. It was very fun to read while I was planning my own business and gave me some things to think about too. I now have my own LLC and plan to release my first product within a couple months *I hope* ^_^
So you want to own your own business?.......2007-02-10
This book was THE book that inspired me to start my own business. Written in a fun and informative style, Caitlin and Kimberly cover all the basics on how to get started from setting up your business as an LLC or LLP, to taxes, staffing and marketing. They also feature the stories of real-life entrepreneurs which are inspiring and educational. I have recommended this book to many friends: including male ones.
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Are you a college student or recent graduate with a great idea for a business?
You're not alone. All across the country, more and more students are seeking advice on starting their own businesses. The entrepreneurial spirit is thriving at Harvard, where many students, past and present, have become successful business owners—even founders of Fortune 500 companies. Now, some of the bright minds of the Harvard Entrepreneurs Club, a recognized student organization of Harvard College, have compiled their business knowledge and experience into one comprehensive manual to aid students in making their entrepreneurial dreams come true. This professional and practical guide will take you step by step through the process of starting and maintaining a business. Poonam Sharma and fellow members of the Club have tailored this useful resource to the unique issues and obstacles that students will face. You'll receive invaluable advice on formulating a business plan, advertising, legal protection, business ethics, and much more.
Even if you have no professional experience, little marketing know-how, or even a small bank account, this book can teach you how to join the ever-growing ranks of students who know firsthand the pleasure—and the profit—that come from being your own boss and bringing your business idea to life.
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Very good.......2007-05-13
great book, aimed specially at college students. Very different from the many others I read, exactly what i was looking for. Very easy to read too.
Delivers What It Promises........2007-02-14
I read this book recently, and found it to be a handy preliminary guide, which accomplished what it promises: A basic introduction to all the issues and topics a budding entrepreneur needs to consider. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to get up to speed on the basics of entrepreneurship quickly.
Smart.......2004-05-18
Teaches a smart, straightforward approach to starting your own business. At first I thought a lot of what I was reading was common sense, but then I realzied that when dealing with the array of challenges facing a new venture, its easy for entrepreneurs to get off-track, and this book helps bring us back.
Excellent.......2003-08-04
While not necessarily for the experienced business man or woman, this book is an excellently written explanation of the challenges and proper questions that need to be asked when creating a business. The writing style is charming and witty and filled with a good balance of theoretical motivation and explanation as it is with real world examples and practical application. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking to become an entrepreneur or who is simply interested in the subject matter.
Worst business book ever - even when I got it as a gift........2003-02-20
I'm so embarrassed my friend gave me this book as a gift as I get ready to launch my own company that I want to return his money. This book is written like a term paper by an inexperienced student who leveraged the Harvard name. It was a worthless waste of my time to even scan it.
Instead I would recommend the book by the founder of Subway - Start Small, Finish Big: 15 Key Lessons to Start--and Run--Your Own Successful Business by Fred DeLuca, John P. Hayes.
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"Successful Business Planning in 30 Days" offers 224 pages of easy-to-use fill-in-the-blank worksheets, checklists, and forms, with business planning tips, strategies, fact-filled quotes, step-by-step instructions, and much more.
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Work of Art.......2003-12-11
I enjoy reading books based upon Business like themes, and I must say that this is one that has completely stood out from the rest that I have read. I recently started my own business after 20 years of experience, and I must say that this book covers not only all the basic methods to start a business, but also to make it shine amongst the rest. It is practical and brilliant at the same time, and very easy to follow for anyone who has the motivation to start their own business. Pave your way to success and climb to the top, using this book as an essential tool.
One day at a time ..........2003-11-28
A friend recommended this book to me. I was skeptical at first skimming through it, because there's so much information, but with a little patience, I began to see the big picture. It's well organized. Once I worked through a couple of days of worksheets (the worksheets are nicely organized day by day at the end of each section), I began thinking more and more like a business woman. I'm now going through my day thinking about logos and mission statements, target markets etc., and it doesn't come easy, because good ideas never do, but it's exciting. I'm starting to see my business ... my own ideas. There's a good range of examples to help you get your wordings right. Generally, I don't like books that tell readers how easy it is to start a business, providing inspiration without substance, because businesses just aren't that simple. Otherwise, we would all quit our jobs tomorrow. And I don't like textbooks. This book has a nice balance. Some problems though are that it has a lot more information than I can digest in one sitting. So I'm working through it one day at a time, as much as I can. I'm on Day 23. Another complaint I have, I guess, not about the book though, is that starting a business involves a lot more planning than I thought it would. I wish it had more sample business plans, though it has a fairly good one about an online health business, and some of the forms could also have a little more space for writing ideas, some more thinking room. I also came across some typos. But these are minor complaints. Overall, well organized and well worth the money.
useless.......2003-11-10
If you are proficient with coorporate double-speak this book should be fantastic. I just found it irritating. The workbook format is a good idea, but the author doesn't give good definitions of what he is asking for. After reading the first seven pages I'm completely confused about the differences of a "Mission Statement", a "Business Vision" and "Company Goals". The definitions sound almost identical but the author insists that they are not the same.
I can write complex computer programs, but using this book, I cannot write a business plan!
Good Book for those just starting out.......2003-04-10
I bought this book for my son, he found the book very informative and helpful good for anyone who is just starting out
Good overall book, but not enough examples........2002-07-26
This book has helped me a great deal in thinking about my business, but I wish it included more examples of current BPs. That would have been very helpful.
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A must-read guide for every budding entrepreneur, Release Your Inner Entrepreneur provides fascinating and practical insights, hands-on activities and the experience of proven entrepreneurs. With its questioning style, high-quality enrichment materials, and real-life experiences, this book will help readers learn through its use of exercises, case studies, checkpoints and coaching support. The book is supported by on-line resources and downloadable pod-casts.
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Comprehensive entrepreneurial guide.......2007-01-03
This is the best Entrepreneurial guide I have ever read. It is filled with handy coaching tips and points to ponder. The book does not just focus on business development but it also deals with the self analysis of the individual. There is an interesting section on idea development with various practical and real life examples. The book highlights pitfalls on choices that will guide the entrepreneur through the daunting maze of business options. The book does not stop at the business plan development but also gives a unique insight to family businesses and succession planning, covering the whole life cycle of the business not just the start-up. A must read for everyoe thinking of developing a business idea.
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