Is Small Business Ownership for You? - by Laurie Johnson (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Are you thinking about owning your own business, but wondering if this is the right path for you? Whether you are considering joining an existing firm as a principal owner, taking over a family business, starting up your own business, or buying an existing business, this book provides questions to contemplate as it walks you through what it takes from a personal aspect including:

• Traits
• Strategic Thinking
• Passion
• Relationships
• Commitments
• Cash Flow
• Risks and Rewards
• Timing and Exit Strategy

Readers will gain a real-life look into business ownership and learn what owning a business is really like. The author presents perspectives from other business owners gained through an interview process with sixteen small business owners and shares some personal experiences. Many books have been written about how to start or run a business and others about specific topics such as leadership and management, but few address the personal aspects of small business ownership and the initial decision of, Should I become a business owner?

Review Quotes

"It was very easy to go through the text, not something that I often find with books about business. I felt like the author was talking to me and had great insights to share...This book should be very helpful for all of those crazy people out there wanting to own their own business-and I'm glad I was one of them." -Charlene Roise, historical consultant and former owner of Hess, Roise and Company

"If you are serious about owning your own business, you need to go in with your eyes open. Laurie provides key insights on what owning a business is like and how you prepare for the adventure. I would encourage all budding entrepreneurs to read this book to improve your chances for success." -Steve Murray, president of Jet Edge (retired), small business investor and turnaround consultant

"For anyone considering starting or owning a business, this book has a wealth of good information and questions to consider. The author addresses many of the 'You don't know what you don't know' kinds of things to be thinking about. I like the format, the Q&A section, and the personal stories." -Sue Stock, owner of COS and BEvera Executive Coaching