Your Idea, Inc.: 12 Steps to Building a Million Dollar Business - Starting Today! (Paperback)

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Founder and CEO of Moisture Jamzz Moisture Gloves, Abrams started with a business idea—and little else. She went in search of a comprehensive guide she could understand without having an M.B.A. that would teach the basics in a step-by-step fashion, but could find nothing. Undaunted, she learned the ins and outs of starting a business on the fly—and wrote the book herself. The result is a positive playbook for turning a great idea into a workable business model. There's a wealthof information, presented simply but comprehensively, covering such essentials as intellectual property, LLCs, overseas manufacturing, software, paperwork and credit cards, as well as larger subjects such as marketing, Internet sales, Mom and Pop stores vs. big chains, customer service and work/life balance. Thoughtful pop-ins of Biz Brainstorms and Million-Dollar Tips insert additional advice along the way. Abrams cheers No MBA—no money—no problem! and provides a welcome, refreshing pep talk for budding entrepreneurs. (Dec.)
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"Abrams is savvy and experienced, and a highly effective cheerleader for all of us who dream of independence and financial success." -- Meg Cadoux Hirshberg, columnist for Inc. Magazine

"The combination of inspiration, motivation and practical how-tos is a perfect blend for first-time entrepreneurs." -- Success Magazine

Founder and CEO of Moisture Jamzz Moisture Gloves, Abrams started with a business idea--and little else. She went in search of a comprehensive guide she could understand without having an M.B.A. that would teach the basics in a step-by-step fashion, but could find nothing. Undaunted, she learned the ins and outs of starting a business on the fly--and wrote the book herself. The result is a positive playbook for turning a great idea into a workable business model. There's a wealthof information, presented simply but comprehensively, covering such essentials as intellectual property, LLCs, overseas manufacturing, software, paperwork and credit cards, as well as larger subjects such as marketing, Internet sales, Mom and Pop stores vs. big chains, customer service and work/life balance. Thoughtful pop-ins of "Biz Brainstorms" and "Million-Dollar Tips" insert additional advice along the way. Abrams cheers "No MBA--no money--no problem!" and provides a welcome, refreshing pep talk for budding entrepreneurs. -- Publisher's Weekly, 7 September 2009

Founder and CEO of Moisture Jamzz Moisture Gloves, Abrams started with a business idea

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media (December 18, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598699091
• ISBN-13: 978-1598699098
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #224,572 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Thank You for a Wonderful Book!, November 7, 2009

By	S. Eller - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I bought YOUR IDEA, INC from Amazon last week. As a field sales rep, I consider my territory my "own business" and I am always looking for ways to grow my business, find new customers and think outside the box. YOUR IDEA, INC contains so many motivational stories and great business tips. I started using the concept of an "elevator pitch" when I prepare for sales call and know my time is limited, on recent tough day in the field, I read one of Ms. Abrams, "If they can do it, so can you" stories and it motivated me to keep going. Lastly, Step 12 on maintaining life balance, helps me keep my priorities straight. After reading YOUR IDEA, INC, I know that if I do ever start my own business one day, I have a perfect step-by-step guide, that will lead me to success. Thank you Ms. Abrams for writing an easy to read, practical and inspirational book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Want to Build a Million Dollar Business? Start with this Book!, November 5, 2009

By	D. Dobin (Pacific Palisades, California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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Finally - a guide to building a business from a woman who made it on her own.

As an entrepreneur without an MBA, I face a number of challenges: How do I develop my product without an engineering/design background? How can I convincingly portray my start-up as an established, professionally run organization when it's headquartered in my guest bedroom? How do I set up a company without incurring thousands of dollars in legal fees? How do I navigate a trade show when I have no prior experience as a vendor? Sandy Abrams addresses these questions and more in her wonderful book.

Your Idea, Inc. provides aspiring tycoons with the information they need to take their million dollar idea from fantasy to reality. If you have ever flirted with the idea of making it big on your own, I strongly recommend you purchase this book. It has proven to be an invaluable resource for me. Like Sandy says in her book...no MBA...no problem. Thank you, Sandy Abrams!

P.S. The word of mouth on this book is amazing...I just tried to order another copy for a friend and it is almost out of stock!

5.0 out of 5 stars Frank Smith- CEO of Investment Group Management, November 5, 2009

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This book gets right to the point of how to take a great idea and make it a reality. There is advice on everything from acquiring a Domain Name for a website to learning how to trademark your product. A must read for a beginner as well as those who have start-up small businesses who would like to take their business to the next level. Frank Smith- CEO of Investment Group Management