Lead the Charge to Business Success [Paperback]

Jay Hearst (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2003

A people-oriented book for those considering a new business effort, as well as for those presently operating small a small business who need "someone to talk to."

This book has been written by someone who has "been there/done that," both right and wrong, and can share the lessons he learned along the way.

Unlike some other books on the subject, the author has injected a bit of humor, which will make a serious subject easier to learn.

Editorial Reviews

Review

A new set of common sense tools for professional growth. A must read for anyone starting or growing a business -- William P. Glynn, Vice Chairman, Pearl Street Group, Leading Venture Capital Firm

About the Author

Jay Hearst bought into his first business at age 32 and acquired the rest of it over three years. He ran it for 14 years and sold it to his managers for $500,000.

After taking a couple of years off from the real world to guide horse trips in Colorado, he started another business "on his kitchen table." This venture was initially capitalized at $3,000. He and his partners sold it 19 years later for $60 million. In the process of starting and running these businesses he did some things right and many things wrong.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Wexford College Press (March 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1929148046
• ISBN-13: 978-1929148042
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,457,710 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading for any business owner!, August 6, 2004

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Michael Cowen (Scottsdale, AZ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lead The Charge To Business Success (Paperback)

Want to start your own successful business? Buy this book! In fact, buy 2 copies! I've nearly worn out my first copy from regular use. From a self-assessment review, all the way through growing your business and eventually selling it. Everything you need to do it right the first time is here. This book is overflowing with practical details of what to do, and humorous examples of what NOT to do in business from someone who has been there every step of the way. You cannot afford to be without this resource in your business toolkit.

5.0 out of 5 stars absolutely a must read for new business owners., July 15, 2004

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Jack Kreamer (Griffin, Ga.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lead The Charge To Business Success (Paperback)

I have started several businesses and how I wish I had the opportunity to read Jay Hearst's book first. I think if the local business license group required this to be read before getting the license, there would be considerably less failures for new businesses. Just having knowledge of the prospective new business and a big ego will not get the job done. Not only does it contain "must have" information, it is easily read and understood. I commend Mr. Hearst for his service to the business community.

5.0 out of 5 stars No Nonsense Advice in Plain Language, November 30, 2003

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Robert Goldberg (New Orleans, LA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lead the Charge to Business Success (Paperback)

For the beginning entrepreneur or seasoned business person this paperback will give you plenty to think about. The writer candidly describes his mistakes as well as his successes, which I found refreshing. He showed me the common pitfalls facing businesses from their beginnings to their maturities in an organized fashion. I believe that the book will be a resource for me to be kept within arms reach in the office.