Start your own business in 30 days [Paperback]

Gary Joseph Grappo (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 1998

The recent technological growth that produced the fax machine, the Internet, and a wealth of online services has made home-based businesses more popular than ever. Now Gary Grappo offers thirty key concepts that will help you launch your own successful venture. With helpful charts and problem-solving tips, this practical, easy-to-use guide covers everything you need to know, including: * discovering the business that's right for you * preparing a game plan * developing leads and networking * generating sales and following up * staffing your company * using the Internet for marketing and promotion

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

The author shows how to start a business in 30 days from the ground up, beginning with raising the necessary money. From personal experience, the author offers what he considers an easy guide to starting a business by reviewing the importance of defined goals and a positive attitude. He presents a simple yet successful business plan and discusses the benefits of networking and the Internet. In addition, he offers sales-call tips and stresses the importance of a good follow-up. Grappo includes an entrepreneur test, a suggested skills inventory, and a priority list for implementing a business idea. The book concludes with an activity planner, which gives valuable advice for each day of this exercise. Many readers may consider the 30-day time frame misleading; it could set unrealistic expectations for a fledgling entrepreneur. As long as the time allotment is not rigorously applied, this book is a good resource not only for an aspiring entrepreneur but also for one already in business. Mary Whaley

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Berkley Trade (August 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0425163229
• ISBN-13: 978-0425163221
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,806,921 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It is EASY to implement it !!!!, May 25, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Start your own business in 30 days (Paperback)

This book challenged me to start my own business. It was written in simple language and it's not a theory book; so it was very easy to understand and to implement it. You don't have to be a college student to read this book. This book also gave a lot of great examples and great supporting materials. And Mr Grappo himself is willing to answer your questions too. Good job, Mr Grappo.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The most direct road map to entrepreneurial success., April 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Start your own business in 30 days (Paperback)

Gary Grappo has provided a clear and direct road map to entrepreneurial success. Step by step instructions, guides, and techniques are detailed. As a direct result of his methodologies,the move from corporate America to entrepreneurial life has been an absolute delight. For every "would-be" entrepreneur, this book is an absolute must!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 stars is not enough!, September 20, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Start your own business in 30 days (Paperback)

This is by far the best addition to Gary's entire line of books. Not only has he told you how to get a job in the past but now he tells you step by syep how to start your own job, be your own boss, and own your own business!

If you have read the other books and followed his instructions then you know that his latest addition is nothing to fear!