Steps to Small Business Start-Up (Paperback)

by Linda Pinson (Author), Jerry Jinnett (Author) "Everyone has dreamed of owning a business..." (more)
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Product Description
When it comes to starting a new business, there are many details entrepreneurs need to consider—securing a name, getting financing and licenses, and marketing the new venture are just a few. Without a practical business plan, new ideas drift or are lost completely due to a lack of preparation.

 

Over the years, some of the most successful entrepreneurs have found Steps to a Small Business Start-up by Linda Pinson and Jerry Jinnett to be one of the most dependable and informative resources on the market.  Now in its sixth edition, written for small business owners, by successful small business owners, this comprehensive guide offers proven methods for building a business on a solid foundation.

 

With up-to-date information on new technologies, e-commerce, Web resources, and the trendiest marketing techniques, aspiring entrepreneurs can create and implement their business plans to the fullest extent.

The forms, examples, and worksheets make this workbook an ideal resource for anyone inquiring about, considering, or serious about Entrepreneurship.

About the Author
Linda Pinson is a lifelong entrepreneur, nationally recognized business plan expert, and business educator specializing in financial management and small business curriculum development.  She is the author of the award-winning books, Anatomy of a Business Plan and Keeping the Books, and the developer of the software, Automate Your Business Plan. Linda is the author of the SBA publication “How to Write a Business Plan” and serves on various boards and loan committees.

 

Jerry Jinnett is a longtime entrepreneur, consultant, workshop presenter, and author with experience across the business spectrum.  Her expertise is in market research and planning.  She is a consultant to Small Business Development Centers across the country and is a Certified NxLeveL Instructor.  Jerry co-authored the SBA publication, “How to Write a Business Plan”.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Kaplan Business; 6 edition (July 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 141953727X
• ISBN-13: 978-1419537271
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #502,546 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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85 of 88 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must" for aspiring entrepreneurs., March 3, 2000

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Steps to Small Business Start-Up: Everything You Need to Know to Turn Your Idea into a Successful Business (Paperback)

Now in a completely updated and expanded fourth edition, Steps To Small Business Start-Up: Everything You Need to Know to Turn Your Idea into a Successful Business continues to be an excellent and comprehensive "how to" guide for aspiring entrepreneurs needing to learn and implement proven step-by-step methods for launching their new business. All of the mechanics for starting up a business are included from choosing the business that best suites you, to using technology to advantage, to researching the market for profitable customers, to protecting your business via copyrights, trademarks, patents, and proper insurance. Also covered are such vital elements as staying legal with appropriate permits and all the financial issues from bank accounts to cash flow to keeping adequate financial records. Each chapter includes information on how to best utilize technology (including the Internet). Steps To Small Business Start-Up is further enhanced with the inclusion of forms, worksheets, samples, and examples. If you are thinking of beginning your own business, home-based or otherwise, begin with a thorough reading of Linda Pinson and Jerry Jinnett's Steps To Small Business Start-Up.

9 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Got to be better books on the subject., October 19, 2004

By	Iknewit "[e-mail]" (SC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Steps to Small Business Start-Up: Everything You Need to Know to Turn Your Idea into a Successful Business (Paperback)

This book was very dry. If you already have a business in mind and are ready to start it;this book may give you some ideas. It is a good book, but if you are still in the concept stage contact SBAonline.org or look for another.

6 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Small Business Startup by Pinson et al., October 24, 2005

By	Joseph S. Maresca "Dr. Joseph S. Maresca CPA,... (Bronxville, New York USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Steps to Small Business Start-Up: Everything You Need to Know to Turn Your Idea into a Successful Business (Paperback)

This book provides a good research methodology which covers the
essential elements of starting and operating a small business
from scratch. The author covers the operational and legal issues
in clear English. There are references to another work entitled
"Businesses You Can Start Almanac by Adams". Typical new businesses cited by the Adams work are:

- Traffic Control consultants
- Therapeutics
- Technical writers who translate legalese or computerese into
understandable English
- Personalized Child Books
- Systems Integration
- Time Management Training
- Corporate Training
- Nutrition Consultant
- Standardized Test Preparation
- Manufacturers Reps
- Mystery Shoppers
- Freelance Writers
- Government Contract Consulting
- Efficiency Experts
- Outdoor Adventures
- Noise Control via Dosimeters
- Herbal Products Distributors
- Greeting Card Senders
- Graphic Designers and a plethora of others

The book is a good reference guide for anyone contemplating the
start of a small business.