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~ Jeremy Shepherd (Author)
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All the information you need to get online and selling, from creating a winning website to writing a business plan, software choices, security issues, taking credit cards, taxes and record keeping, marketing your business, legal matters, and how to grow your business. 

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Have you always wanted to be an entrepreneur? Do you like to shop or have a passion for a product that you’d like to share with the world? Ever fantasized about working from the comfort of home? Now you can make your dreams a reality.
Through plain language and real-world examples, online entrepreneur Jeremy Shepherd takes you through every aspect of setting up and running a thriving home-based online retail business. He shares his vast experience and expert advice on everything from finding your niche and sourcing your inventory to advertising your product and staying profitable.
Whether you want to keep your business a part-time effort or turn it into a full-time job, this guide can help you build your own successful online retail business.

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Web Design Tips
Sample Financial Plan
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  • Paperback: 168 pages
  • Publisher: Globe Pequot; 1st edition (February 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0762742461
  • ISBN-13: 978-0762742462
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.5 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #80,458 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars This book will save you a lot of money !, February 22, 2007


From the voice of experience the author gives tips on how to succeed in an on-line venture. A few oversights or wrong decisions can wipe out the cash of a new business. I learned how to avoid the pitfalls, that could destroy my life long dreams of owning my own business. I would recommend this book as a must have for any new entrepreneur and I will keep it handy as a desk-side tool for reference.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Touches on Important areas, leaves some gaps, February 23, 2008
A found this to be a general overview and "get your feet wet" book on opening your online retail store. I thought there was a little too much storyline and not enough in-depth information. For example, when filing for a Trademark/Servicemark (so nobody can use your name or symbol) the author only touched on this subject. It really didn't go into the online process of applying for a Trademark/Servicemark, which is very in-depth and very important information.
Chapter 7- "What you Need to Know about Creating Your Website" definitely needs to be expanded and the author needs to elaborate. I think he should've used more examples on SEO (search engine optimization) a critical area in the survival of your website. More specific tips for increasing traffic to your site is definitely needed.
The author did a pretty good job on explaining shipping methods and establishing merchant accounts (visa/mc) and what to expect with fees. Chapter 9- "Getting Paid" was helpful.
Lastly, less fuzz on creating balance in your life, creating personal time, making time for family and friends. I think I needed more meat and potatoes with this book, less cranberry sauce. It's worth picking up the book, because it's practically the only book available of its kind, but keep in mind this book will mainly serve as an outline for starting your business, the rest is up to you.
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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely must have this book!, September 24, 2007
How to Start a Home-Based Online Retail Business is the perfect book to help you do just that. The book is well-written, easy to read, and provides you with the essential information to begin to do business online.

Jeremy Shepherd got started early in the online world. In 1996 he opened PearlParadise.com, and has become the leading online pearl wholesaler and retailer. His business, which started with the purchase of one pearl necklace during a trip to Beijing, has grown to be a multi-million dollar enterprise.

Shepherd's book details how to save money while starting your online business, how to design and create your website, how to market your business, and how to use a merchant account to allow customers to pay you by credit card. He doesn't even forget to give tips on shipping, which is oh so important to an online purchase, or to tips on avoiding fraud, which is oh so important to you and your business.

How to Start a Home-Based Online Retail Business gets right to the point, doesn't talk down to you, doesn't require a degree in Computer Science to understand, and covers all the necessary details of becoming an online entrepreneur. I love this book.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A great start...
This book was very helpful for me when I first started my online business. Sure, its not going to tell you exactly what to do, but it will point you in the right direction. Read more
Published 1 month ago by C. Rose

3.0 out of 5 stars making money

I am still listening. I got the audio version.
I consider it really slow and full of self advertising. Read more
Published 10 months ago by concrete

3.0 out of 5 stars All you need to know
It's a great book in the sense it has many live examples. But some of these may not be applicable in your situation.
Published on December 23, 2007 by S. Nagpal

5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely recommend.
I purchased this book on a recommendation from a friend of mine. She had not read it but had heard of the author and his business. Read more
Published on August 28, 2007 by Ricky Stenner

2.0 out of 5 stars a poor guide
I'm disappointed of this business guide, the worst I've ever bought. Very general description of the idea to have an on-line business... but not about the business itself. Read more
Published on August 3, 2007 by A. Ekaterina

5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Helpful Guide
Jeremy Shepherd has written a very helpful guide for those who want to get started with an internet business. Read more
Published on March 28, 2007 by Caitlin Williams

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