A reporter recently asked what entrepreneurs should ask themselves before beginning a start-up. I suggested they answer these ‘Big 5’ questions:
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That’s Good Advice
I recently responded to a blogger’s question asking for the best advice we give people about starting their own businesses. So, here are three bits of advice I learned from a combination of input from colleagues and expert authors:
Evaluating Risks & Rewards
‘The Entrepreneur Equation – evaluating the realities, risks & rewards of having your own business’, Carol Roth, Blackstone Audio, Inc., 2011. An in-depth and data-based discussion of entrepreneurship. invaluable for wannabes, start ups or even established businesses.
Entrepreneurship 101
‘Escape from Cubicle Nation – from Corporate Prisoner to Thriving Entrepreneur, Pamela Slim, 2009, Brilliance Audio. A wide-ranging discussion of facts and concepts of interest to entrepreneur wannabes or early stage start-ups . Interesting and useful content.
Entrepreneurs’ Secrets of Success
‘The Entrepreneurs – Success and Sacrifice’, Kip Marlow, 2013. Kip Marlow is a successful entrepreneur, radio show host, writer and long-time colleague. His audio book includes brief stories about business owners he has interviewed and their lessons learned and secrets for success. A quick and inspiring listen.