Starting a small business

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Simple Steps business plan: a workbook designed to make business plan writing exciting, not overwhelming.

Author: Suzy Wraines

With all that goes into creating your dream business, it can feel overwhelming at first. This workbook guides you step-by-step through each part of starting a business in a clear and simple way. The thought-provoking questions help to clarify areas of your business leading to success.

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Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine

Author: Mike Michalowicz

Starting a business with little or no money is possible when you apply the principles from this book. Mike Michalowicz's concepts on money management in business are brilliant.

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Surge: time the marketplace, ride the wave of consumer demand and become your industry's big kahuna.

Author: Mike Michalowicz

Mike does an AMAZING job of explaining how to find your following of fans for your business. Reading this book helped me to know exactly what services to offer that aligns with my passion and the demand of customers. I highly recommend reading this book to help you define who you are serving in your industry.

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Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

Author: James Clear

Business habits are no different from personal habits. When starting a small business it is important to create good habits right away. James Clear does an excellent job breaking down habits in a way that is sustainable. I highly recommend reading Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones.

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Accounting QuickStart Guide: The Simplified Beginner's Guide to Financial & Managerial Accounting For Students, Business Owners and Finance Professionals

Author: Josh Bauerle, CPA

Business accounting can be confusing and scary when you are starting a small business. The Accounting QuickStart Guide is a fantastic book to learn the basics of business accounting. It covers topics for all areas of accounting. I recommend reading this book even if you are hiring someone to do your business accounting. It's important to know how your business accounting is set up when you start.

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