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Start Your Own Public Relations Business
by Entrepreneur PressThe explosion of media opportunities and the rapidly changing communications landscape have served as key drivers for the public relations industry, creating huge opportunities for communications and PR specialists like you! Coaching you all the way, the experts at Entrepreneur show you how to parlay your PR experience into a successful new business. Our experts take you step by step from building the business foundation to managing day-to-day operations. Learn how to set up your firm, choose your market niche, prospect and sign clients, build media relationships, set fees, and more! Plus, gain priceless insight, tips, and techniques from practicing entrepreneurs and industry experts! Learn how to: Set up your own PR firm Choose your market niche Win over, sign, and keep clients Build strong, well-planned campaigns using the latest tools of the trade Develop prosperous relationships and partnerships Boost profits by expanding your business And more Go from public relations pro to CEO! Start your own public relations firm today!
Start Your Own Restaurant and More
by Entrepreneur PressAmericans spend nearly $600 billion a year eating out. As consumers are dining out or taking prepared food home with increased frequency, food-service operations are skyrocketing. There's plenty of room for more food businesses, but for a successful startup you need more than just good recipes. You also need to know about planning, capitalization, inventory control, and payroll management. Here's everything you need to consider when starting your own restaurant, pizzeria, coffeehouse, delicatessen, bakery, or catering business. Interviews with successful eatery owners show how others have made their food business dreams come true. Among the many topics covered are: Set-up and equipment Inventory Staffing Legal structure Location Permits Sanitation Marketing Financial management Fully updated with the newest trends in menu items, décor, and themes, plus recent market statistics and forecasts, this guide is your roadmap to success.
Start Your Own Restaurant and More
by Entrepreneur Press Jacquelyn LynnAmericans spend more than $600 billion a year eating out. Busy consumers don't have the time or inclination to cook - they want tasty, nutritious meals without dishes to wash. More and more singles, working parents and seniors are demanding greater convenience and are turning to restaurants to fill that need. There's plenty of room for more food businesses, but for a successful startup you need more than just good recipes. You also need to know about planning, capitalization, inventory control, and payroll management.Entrepreneur has compiled everything you need including how to evaluate the competition, how to research potential customers, the basics of setting up a kitchen, how to find a great location, how to leap over regulatory hurdles in the industry, and how to find the best people to staff your business. Among the many topics covered are:Set-up Staffing Permits MarketingEquipment InventoryLegal structureSanitationFinancial managementFully updated with the newest trends in menu items, décor and themes, plus recent market statistics and forecasts. Interviews with successful eatery owners show how others have made their food business dreams come true. So whether you decide to keep it simple with a sandwich-and-salad operation or make a splash with a four-star bistro, we've got the information you need to be a success.
Start Your Own Restaurant and More: Pizzeria, Coffeehouse, Deli, Bakery, Catering Business
by The Staff of Entrepreneur Media Rich MintzerShifting demographics and changing lifestyles are driving the surge in food-service businesses. Today's busy consumers don't have the time or the inclination to cook-they want tasty, nutritious meals without dishes to wash. More and more singles, working parents, and seniors are demanding greater convenience and are looking to restaurants and food services to fill that need.There's plenty of room for more food businesses, but for a successful startup you need more than just good recipes. You also need to know about planning, capitalization, inventory control, and payroll management. The staff of Entrepreneur has put together everything you need to know to start, run, and grow the successful restaurant or food service of your dreams.
Start Your Own Retail Business and More
by Ciree Linsenmann The Staff of Entrepreneur MediaOPEN THE STORE OF YOUR DREAMS: START YOUR OWN RETAIL BUSINESSRetail is one of the fastest-growing-and fastest-changing-segments of the economy. Apps, pop-up shops, and online shopping have made it easier to reach, interact with, sell to, and gain loyal customers. Making this the perfect time for eager entrepreneurs, like you, to stop dreaming and start selling.Whether you're interested in opening a storefront, online shop, or portable kiosk, this detailed guide will help you decide if retail is right for you. Supported by practicing entrepreneurs and experts, you will understand what it takes to open a business, common mistakes to avoid, and how to keep your retail enterprise running successfully.Learn how to:Choose the right retail nicheSpot and capitalize on consumer trendsSelect merchandise that flies off the shelvesSet prices that maximize profitsPromote your business, products, and gain loyal customers using Pinterest, Facebook, and other social media and online marketing toolsHire a staff that will help you succeedPlus, gain priceless tips, tricks, and insight from successful retailers who share hard-wonadvice and cautionary notes.Everything you need to open and run your store is in your hands-get started today!
Start Your Own Retail Business and More
by Entrepreneur PressIn every community large and small, you're likely to see a variety of stores: clothing boutiques, gift shops, bookstores, specialty food shops, hardware stores. Their inventory may be totally different, but the steps involved in running them are much the same. Whether you want your own storefront, a kiosk in a mall, an e-commerce store or anything in between, this essential guide covers everything you need to know. Learn how to discover your niche, establish inventory, set pricing, create policies, reach customers, and more! Plus, gain priceless tips, tricks, and insight from successful retailers sharing hard-won advice and cautionary notes. Learn how to: Choose from popular retail niches-specialty items, clothing store, gift shop, kiosk, and more Discover the right sales avenue for your products Select merchandise that flies off the shelves Set prices to maximize profits Boost brand recognition using social media, public relations and other marketing strategies Efficiently manage inventory and supplies for easy order fulfillment Hire a staff that will help you succeed And more Retailing is a trillion-dollar industry-grab your share today!
Start Your Own Self Publishing Business
by Cheryl Kimball Entrepreneur PressProfits from PagesSelf-publishing is a fast-growing industry, and bookstores and consumers alike now acknowledge the value of self-published books. In this valuable guide, industry experts coach you in becoming a player in the self-publishing arena-whether it is self-publishing your own book or providing professional services for others who want to self-publish.Our experts reveal the tricks of the self-publishing trade: how to evaluate book ideas and recognize a hot-seller; how to develop an effective marketing plan; getting books reviewed and landing great publicity; getting books into traditional and non-traditional sales channels; tapping into the potential of online publishing, and more.Addresses dramatic game-changers including print-on-demand and ebooksReviews industry player offerings including Ingram and AmazonCovers critical marketing tools including author websites and social media marketingFeatures interviews with industry insiders and practicing self-published authorsPlus, a quick-reference guide to every step in the publishing process helps you along your way.
Start Your Own Self-Publishing Business
by Entrepreneur Press"I should write a book." If that thought has ever crossed your mind, there is no better time to start than now. New print technologies, print-on-demand publishing and better distribution channels have made it easier than ever for aspiring writers like you to write, edit and publish a book. You'll find out how to take your book from an idea to a finished product, with professional advice from industry insiders. Learn how to: Develop a grass-roots marketing plan Promote your book through book reviews and newspaper articles Find nontraditional places to sell your book Tap the potential of online publishing and print-on-demand Avoid common new-author mistakes Industry experts and successful self-publishers reveal their secret tips and tricks so you, too, can become a published author. Plus, a quick-reference guide to every step in the publishing process helps you along your way. Take the first step to becoming a published author today!
Start Your Own Seminar Production Business
by Entrepreneur PressDid you ever think you might be able to make money leading seminars to teach others what you know? Or promoting a dynamic speaker who motivates the crowds? Many people pay top dollar to attend seminars that teach them how to do something faster, better, more easily or more profitably-which gives you a great opportunity for profit. This hands-on guide, completely updated with the latest trends and newest information, details how to plan seminars, webinars, and teleseminars for yourself or someone else from start to finish. Learn how to: Negotiate for great deals on halls, hotels and conference rooms Promote a business with almost no cash investment Use ingenious PR tactics that will draw attendees-and profits-like a magnet Test-market your subject matter before spending a dime Develop and sell CDs, books and other profitable materials People who promote and produce seminars are making huge profits-and so can you! Get in on the action in this booming field today.
Start Your Own Senior Services Business
by Entrepreneur PressThe senior population is multiplying by the millions! In fact, during the next 25 years, the senior population in America is expected to double-growing faster than the total population in every state. This means one thing-a tremendous opportunity for aspiring and compassionate entrepreneurs like you! From providing adult daycare or homecare to transportation or concierge needs, our experts cover today's most requested services within the 65+ market. Learn, step by step, how to choose the right opportunity for you, legally and financially establish your business, acquire licenses and certifications, set policies and procedures, and much more! Plus, gain priceless insight, advice, and tips from practicing senior care professionals. Learn how to: Discover your specialty within one of six growing areas of interest- adult daycare, relocation services, homecare, transportation services, concierge, and travel service Design your business to suit your customers' demographics and special needs Set your rates Create a support staff who will help you succeed Use effective marketing and advertising to get the word out Build valuable business partnerships that lead to referrals Plan for future growth A record number of seniors are seeking your help-start your senior care service today!
Start Your Own Senior Services Business
by Entrepreneur Press Charlene DavisThe senior population is multiplying by the millions! In fact, during the next 25 years, the senior population in America is expected to double - growing faster than the total population in every state. This means one thing: a tremendous opportunity for aspiring and compassionate entrepreneurs. From providing adult daycare or homecare to transportation or concierge needs, this guide covers today's most requested services within the 65-and-older market. Readers learn, step by step, how to choose the right opportunity for them, legally and financially establish their business, acquire licenses and certifications, set policies and procedures, and much more! Priceless insight, advice, and tips from practicing senior care professionals help aspiring entrepreneurs to discover their specialty from within one of six growing areas of interest - adult daycare, relocation services, homecare, transportation services, concierge, and travel service; design a business to suit customers' demographics and special needs; set rates; create a support staff who will facilitate success; use effective marketing and advertising to get the word out; build valuable business partnerships that lead to referrals; and plan for future growth. A record number of seniors are seeking help, and this guide is the key to starting a senior care service today!
Start Your Own Specialty Food Business
by Cheryl Kimball The Staff of Entrepreneur MediaBring Your Fresh Ideas to Market and ProfitFueled by growing consumer demand for new tastes, cleaner ingredients, health benefits, and more convenient ways to shop and eat, the business of specialty food is taking off at full speed. This step-by-step guide arms entrepreneurial foodies like yourself with an industry overview, the hottest trends, important research and statistics, and insight from practicing specialty food business owners on key growth drivers, opportunities, and how you can differentiate from other food businesses.Discover how to:Find the right avenue for your specialty food business: home-based, retail shop, production, wholesale, or distributionCreate a solid business plan, get funded, and get the essential equipmentGet the right licenses, codes, permits, insurance for your operationsGain a competitive edge using market and product researchFind a profitable location, partnerships, and in-store shelf spacePromote your business, products, and services online and offlineAttract new and loyal customers using social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, and PinterestManage daily operations, costs, and employeesPlus, get valuable resource lists, sample business plans, checklists, and worksheets
Start Your Own Staffing Service
by Entrepreneur Magazine Krista TurnerThe new world economy is tough on job security. Hordes of skilled, experienced, motivated workers are flooding the market, looking for work. And lots of merged and downsized companies now outsource the work that used to be done by permanent employees. The bright side? It's prime time for the staffing profession.Detailing the hottest specialties in the staffing service industry-facilities staffing, industrial staffing, office/clerical staffing, temp staffing and temp-to-perm staffing-the experts at Entrepreneur provide everything eager entrepreneurs need to know to start their own staffing service.Covers:-Industry trends and opportunities-Identifying a specialty-How to establish the business-from securing licenses and financing to buying equipment and recruiting employees-Building a client base-Promoting and marketing the business-Managing day-to-day operations-Staying on top of financesEntrepreneurs also gain priceless insight from practicing entrepreneurs who reveal little-known tricks of the trade and common hazards to avoid. Aspiring business owners are given sample documents, worksheets, and other example materials to reference as they move their business forward. Specialties covered include: Facilities staffing-placing employees in long-term or indefinite-length assignments Industrial staffing-specializing in manual laborers, food handlers, cleaners, assemblers, drivers, tradespeople, machine operators, etc. Office/clerical staffing-focusing on secretaries, receptionists, administrative assistants, word processing and data-entry operators, etc. Temporary staffing-supplying client companies with workers on a short-term basis Temp-to-perm staffing-offering clients a convenient way to try out temporary workers for permanent positions
Start Your Own Transportation Service: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Success
by The Staff of Entrepreneur Media Cheryl KimballStart Your Own Transportation Service shows readers how to create a revenue stream by thinking outside the traditional transportation box. Features information on how to start businesses in the areas of ridesharing, executive car service, special events, medical transport, and pedicab/party services. The personal transportation business is the hottest trend in the service industry, offering riders an alternative to traditional taxi, bus, and shuttle services. The perfect business for the entrepreneur, a transportation service allows business owners to go as big or as small as their market allows, from a single-car rideshare service to a full-fleet operation with multiple drivers. Featuring Entrepreneur's trusted branding and strategies, this title gives readers the keys to success.
Start Your Own Travel Business
by Entrepreneur PressPack Your Bags...Full of Profits!At over a billion dollars, the travel industry is evolving, creating new trends and new opportunities for eager entrepreneurs like you. Our experts take you step-by-step as you embark on your most exciting adventure-starting a business. Discover success as an independent travel or specialty tour professional offering unique opportunities-in both geography and market niche-that even online discount travel sites can't compete with.From exotic getaways to adrenaline-pumping extreme tours and time-saving technology to important regulations, learn how to conduct business by land, air, or sea. Plus, access an abundance of resources including important associations, travel-specific software, mailing lists, and in-the-trenches tips from successful travel specialists and tour operators.Covers: Hot travel markets including: business, leisure, adventure, honeymoons, family, men only, women only, seniors, and more Designing and pricing your services and packages Managing your finances Using efficient software systems and mobile technology for daily operations Complying with security regulations for domestic and foreign travel Advertising and promoting online and in print Growing your businessFrom finding your clients to delivering a trip of a lifetime and everything in between, learn what you need to know to become a high-flying success!
Start Your Own Tutoring and Test Prep Business
by Entrepreneur PressAre you an advocate of higher education? Do you enjoy teaching others? Are you interested in starting a business that makes money and a positive impact? If so, then you'll earn high marks in the tutoring and test prep arena! Whether you want to start a one-on-one tutoring business from home, an online-based education support program, or manage your own learning facility, our experts cover everything you need to know. Learn business basics including how to choose your niche, secure financing, legally establish your business, manage day-to-day operations, and more. Gain an understanding of learning approaches, the latest teaching methods, industry technology and tools, and other industry essentials. Plus, round out your startup curriculum with invaluable advice and examples from current business owners! Learn how to: Match your skill set with your market and their needs Choose a business environment that works for you Master effective teaching methods for diverse learning approaches Write a marketing plan that captures clients and creates referrals Develop profitable academic relationships Create a support staff who will help you succeed Set your fees Boost profits by expanding your specialty or your business The need for education support is growing rapidly-grab your share of this billion dollar market!
Start Your Own Vending Business
by Entrepreneur PressTurn Small Change Into Big Profits!Looking for an opportunity to make big profits while setting your own schedule? A vending business could be your ticket to the top. Americans feed vending machines more than $46 billion a year for sodas, candy, coffee and other snacks. That's a nice chunk of change you could be pocketing.Starting is easy. You can begin part time out of your home. As your customer base increases, you can hire extra help, invest in more machines and expand your service area. There's no limit to how large your business can grow.Get the inside scoop on how to start up in this lucrative, flexible business. Expert advice covers:How to select the hottest new products for vending machinesThe best ways to finance your new businessThe secrets to scouting out territories and establishing routesWhere to find supplies at a discountThe latest statistics, trends and forecasts from industry expertsCritical tips to avoid getting scammedNew technology and the use of social mediaChecklists, work sheets and expert tips guide you through every phase of the startup process. With low startup costs and no experience required, a vending business is a perfect choice for your new venture.
Start Your Own Wedding Consultant Business
by Entrepreneur PressSay "I Do" to Success From wedding bells to wedding bills, gain an inside look at the billion dollar wedding industry and learn how to earn your next pay check coordinating the "big" day of today's brides and grooms.Discover the newest wedding trends, such as destination weddings, tapas-style catering, disposable video cameras, wedding logos and more. Plus, learn everything else you need to know to start and run a successful wedding consultant business, including:How to market your services and find customersUsing social media to attract and communicate with clientsTips from the pros for handling the unexpectedWhat licenses and permits you needHow to avoid common mistakesHow to negotiate with vendors and suppliers to get the best pricesThe most important contacts to makeAnd more!You don't need an office or a lot of startup money. With your creativity and help from our experts, you'll be well on your way to success!
Start Your Own Wholesale Distribution Business
by Bridget Mccrea Entrepreneur PressLike making deals and money but don't care for the daily grind?Then consider becoming a middleman--the wholesaler--who buys goods from the manufacturer and sells them to retailers for a profit.With millions of products on the market already and new ones coming every day, the wholesale economy has plenty of room for growth. This easy-to-read guide covers locating manufacturers and retailers, securing product exclusives, and identifying prime locations for wholesale distributorship. With insider secrets for beating the competition and step-by-step instruction on how to start making money today, this fully revised third edition also covers he Internet's growing role in distribution, effective strategies for dealing with shrinking profit margins, and specific product lines to focus on for maximum success.
Start Your Own Wholesale Distribution Business
by Entrepreneur PressYou like doing deals and making money but don't care much for the retail grind? You should be the middleman-the wholesaler-the one who buys goods in volume from manufacturers and sells them to retailers at a profit. With millions of products on the market already and new ones coming every day, the wholesale economy has plenty of room for growth. This guide reveals how to start a thriving wholesale operation, specializing in any industry you choose-and run it from your kitchen table, if you'd like. You'll learn: How to make contact with manufacturers and retailers Which product lines will bring maximum success Insider secrets for overcoming the competition How to take advantage of the internet's growing role in distribution Effective strategies for increasing profit margins You'll also get sample forms, step-by-step instructions, checklists and worksheets to guide you smoothly through each stage of the startup process. It's a straight shot from where you are today to owning and running your own business-and you can start right now.
Starter Packs: A Strategy to Fight Hunger in Developing Countries? Lessons from the Malawi Experience 1998-2003
by Sarah LevyDespite repeated interventions by governments, donors and NGOs in recent years, food insecurity continues and developing countries are forced to rely on food aid again and again. The original idea of Starter Pack was to give a tiny bag of agricultural inputs - fertilizer and seed - to every smallholder farmer in Malawi. Although the program did not work as originally intended, it was successful in achieving food security. The scaling down of the program was a major contributor to the food crisis which hit Malawi (and other countries in Southern Africa) at the beginning of 2002. For once, we have a success story about how hunger can be tackled efficiently. This book assesses the case of the Starter Pack program in Malawi, and whether it can be replicated elsewhere. It covers the practicalities of implementing such a large program and the policy debates.
Startguiden för Poolrengörare
by Mark J. AllenI denna guide kommer du att hitta mycket effektiva tekniker, tips och råd för att du själv ska kunna starta en verksamhet dedikerad för poolrengöring. Du kommer tack vare denna guide att få tips och råd som kommer hjälpa dig att starta upp din verksamhet med minimala utgifter. Du kommer även lära dig hur du ska sätta upp verksamhetens struktur, och hur nybörjar misstagen ser ut samt hur du undviker dem! Är du däremot mer intresserad utav att lära dig tjäna mer pengar, snabbare, så är denna guide även till dig. I kombination med spartips finns även mycket effektiva marknadsförings idéer, och några affärshemligheter. Du får en plan som är enkel att följa och utföra som kommer hjälpa dig att starta din egna verksamhet. Bli din egna chef och beställ boken redan idag.
Starting a Business: Creating a Plan (Young Adult Library of Small Business an)
by James FischerAre you interested in having your own business? Today, young people have never had more opportunities to build new and exciting businesses. Before you start your business, you'll need to know the basics, though. One of the very first steps in starting a business is making sure you have the right plan. Without a plan, many businesses fail or can't reach the success they want. In Starting a Business: Creating a Plan, you'll learn why a plan is so important for a new business, and how to make a plan that suits your business.
Starting a Business 101: From Creating a Business Plan and Sticking to a Budget to Marketing and Making a Profit, Your Essential Primer to Starting a Business (Adams 101 Series)
by Michele CaganBecome your own boss and make money your way with this helpful guide for hopeful business owners everywhere looking to begin the complicated process of starting a business.Starting a business can be an overwhelming and difficult process. From creating a business plan and budget to hiring employees and paying taxes, there are a myriad of things that need to happen on a relatively quick timeline. In Starting a Business 101, you will learn everything you need to know to start a successful business and handle any obstacle that is thrown your way during the process.
Starting a Business All-In-One For Dummies
by Consumer DummiesAll the practical advice you need for starting a business Starting a business? Don't sweat it! Reflecting today's unique opportunities and challenges, Starting a Business All-In-One For Dummies is packed with everything you need to manage your personal and business risks and successfully navigate your first year in business. Written in plain English and packed with simple, step-by-step instructions, it shows you how to start up your dream business from scratch, write a winning business plan, secure financing, manage your risks successfully, navigate your first year of operation, and much more! The information inside is amassed from 11 bestselling For Dummies books, covering everything from franchising and home-based businesses to bookkeeping, accounting, branding, and marketing. If you're a go-getter looking for a way to launch a great idea and be your own boss, Starting a Business All-In-One For Dummies prepares you to beat the odds and become successful in your sector. Covers proven strategies on successfully branding and marketing your business Includes step-by-step guidance on keeping on top of the books Provides coverage of employee engagement and motivating employees Offers helpful hints for overcoming obstacles in starting a business Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an expert looking to innovate, Starting a Business All-In-One For Dummies is the only reference you'll need to start a business from the ground up.