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The Old Girls' Network: Insider Advice For Women Building Businesses In A Man's World

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Don't be fooled by the title of this book. This is not another "networking" book or a simple "how to start a small business" book. It is also not a feminist propaganda disguised within a business development manual. If you are serious about starting, expanding, or reinventing your business consider reading this book. If you are a woman, definitely read this book!

From page one, the angels (read the book to understand why I refer to them as angels) who wrote this book make some basic assumptions: the reader is interested in paving a way in the business world, the reader has the drive to make their dreams come true, and the reader has passion, vision, a pioneering spirit, and the tenacity to make it happen.

But be prepared for lots of hard work. This isn't a read me and set me on the bookshelf type of book. The toolkit provided in the appendix (58 pages) includes checklists, to dos, and touch questions that need to be addressed. The Digging Deeper sections in each chapter provide expanded definitions of important concepts and the Summaries at the end of each chapter provide an easy way to review the important points.

Thanks to all that made this book a reality! It has a permanent place on my desk as I move my business to the next step and is already highlighted and dog-eared.

This book is jam packed with advice on every page. The inspirational stories give insight on "how it is done" as well as showcase highly successful women entrepreneurs; the tool kit provides a useful blueprint to follow right down to sample legal forms; and the down to earth style makes it easy for women just starting a business to easily follow along. That is not to say seasoned women business owners will not benefit from reading the book to take their business to the next level with the "how to's" spelled out for you.

Two weeks after picking up The Old Girls' Network my new photography business was in full swing! The first chapter provided me with the validation I needed to move from thought to action. I have my Business Certificate, secured my company name, opened a small business account and am preparing a full array of my products to be displayed in the main branch of the bank for the holidays. My 6 new retail distributors will realize more sales as a result of this opportunity. I am now experiencing entrepreneurial mania. My passion has exploded into raw enthusiasm and my ideas for new products are endless. The Old Girls' Network has become my daily resource, a partner if you will, in my new venture. I need the business savvy detailed in the book which provides the balance for both sides of my brain. I need to stay on target with my vision and business statements. And, everyday that I have to put myself out to the world for either acceptance or rejection, I need to remind myself - Why Not Me!
Whether you are considering your own venture, are already in your own business or are deep into a career in corporate America, you must have passion and you must have your own Vision and Business Plans. I recommend this book to every woman I know.

Ok..Close your eyes. What would the world look like if women had access to capital markets and economic empowerment? It would look far different and we know it. Now close your eyes and cultivate that business concept that stops you working for a paycheck and gets you into that morphic, entrepreneurial state. Please feel free to move forward and change the world with confidence. Why? Because these authors, these mentors, these thoughtful women have shown up and delivered a superior "play by play" manual. This manual includes all the tools and examples you will need to get started, stay strong, and finish first. Make no mistake, these women are out to change the economic environment for all women. What legacy will you leave the women in your life? Buy the book, and cultivate your dream to life!

This is a must read for anyone. Whether you are starting your own business, want to learn about raising capital or are interested in the stories from many amazing women who are interviewed, this is a wonderful book!

Everything you ever wanted to know about starting a buisiness...and more. This book is like sitting down with the Julia Child, Martha Stewart, and Betty Crocker of the business world....and having them share all their best recipe secrets.

Whether you're starting a buisness in your kitchen, or already running a multi-million dollar company...the book is filled with advice you can really use....and not just the kind of stuff you find in other buisness books. In addition to dealing with the fine points of financing and marketing, it is filled with practical insights into the emotional and personal skills it takes to see a business through to success. And, it's also full of lots of case studies that let you see behind the scenes of entrepeneurial successes and failures. It's like business school in a box...only much more fun.

A must for anyone [male or female] in business. Every savy mother should buy one for her daughter!

This book isn't just for gals. It is for anyone with an idea who is thinking about starting a business. It is timeless and a perfect "how to" manual. "Old Girls" is by my bed now and I am using it to research my latest business prospect. Wish me luck!

I came across this book in one of my many sessions of surfing for books on Amazon. This book is worth more then 5 stars! It is an easy read and the ladies give you so much information in a simple format. If you have any spiritual leanings and know anything about the law of attraction I suggest getting this book in conjunction with "Attracting Perfect Customers." This second book helps you really flesh out a mission/vision statement for your business and is also written by women.

Don't let the title deceive you because it really should have been called "Entrepreneurship for Dummies." It explains everything you need to know about launching a company but didn't even know to ask. A must read before you start writing your business plan.

If you are a woman thinking of starting your own business or already well on the path, this book is one of the best business investments you will ever make.

"The Old Girls' Network" provides a common-sense and how-to approach to setting up a business (so very rare in the entrepreneurial world). While it nicely lays out the steps you likely will take in making your business a success, its strength is the focus on what it really takes - heart and soul and how you can leverage your own passion. It is packed full of examples of successful entrepreneurial women who have made their vision come true. The book is encouraging and supportive but never hesitates to keep the reader's feet on the ground with practical expectations and the other side of the table's perspective. Now we know how to play the game, it's not such a mystery.

I am starting my own business and about to start to pitch to angel investors. Over my journey so far, I have had many moments when I have felt completely out of my league, confused by the entrepreneurial lingo, and very much alone. This book has given me guidance on where I should go next, role models to follow, and most of all confidence that I will succeed because I know where to go for support. My odds of success just went way through the roof.

Thank you Sharon, Kathy and Connie for inspiring us all.