Diese Serie bietet Lesern einen umfassenden Leitfaden zur Welt des Unternehmertums. Sie untersucht die wesentlichen Schritte, Strategien und Denkweisen, die erforderlich sind, um ein Unternehmen erfolgreich zu gründen und auszubauen. Diese Sammlung ist eine unschätzbare Ressource für alle, die von einem eigenen Unternehmen träumen oder ihre bestehenden unternehmerischen Fähigkeiten schärfen möchten.
Rake in the Green Successful landscapers and lawn care professionals reveal their secrets to success in this $20 billion industry. With all the homes, business parks, apartment complexes, shopping malls and hospitals that need landscaping, you can tailor your services and create your dream job. Your business can range from the simple-mowing and edging lawns, raking leaves and clipping hedges-to applying chemicals and fertilizer, trimming and shaping trees, designing landscapes and more. Learn everything you need to know,
Satisfy Your Hunger for Success At over a billion dollars, the food industry is evolving, creating new trends and new opportunities for eager entrepreneurs like you. Learn how you can become a part of one of the hottest and most affordable food businesses—mobile food. From gourmet food to all-American basics and hot dog wagons to bustaurants, get the delicious details behind starting a food truck business. Led by our experts, learn how to find your food niche, follow important rules of conducting business on the road, outfit your moving kitchen, meet safety and sanitation requirements, and much more. Plus, access recipes, shopping lists, favorite equipment buys and more from practicing food truck entrepreneurs. Covers: Six trendy mobile food opportunities: cart and concession trailers, kiosks, standard and gourmet trucks, mobile catering and bustaurants How to identify your customers and service niche Creating your mobile menu Choosing and outfitting your vehicle or kiosk Licenses, zoning, parking, and other considerations Scouting and staging for conducting business Hiring help Setting prices Spreading the word And more From choosing a business vehicle to franchising and everything in between, learn everything you need to know to get your business moving toward success!
You 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.
Say, 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 a pay check coordinating the big day of today's brides and grooms. Dive into and become an expert on 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, home-based wedding consultant business, including: How to market your services and find customers beyond family and friends Using social media to attract and communicate with clients Tips from the pros for handling the unexpected What licenses and permits you need How to avoid common mistakes How to negotiate with vendors and suppliers to get the best prices The most important contacts to make 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!
This up-to-date primer on one of today’s hottest businesses walks readers step by step through the process of developing an event planning business, featuring more resources, new trends, new online tools and new interviews with fresh advice from successful event planners. Covering hot new trends in the industry, including the rise in first birthday celebrations, environmentally friendly parties, small-plate catering and more, this startup guide provides entrepreneurs with everything they need to take their event business from concept to reality. Aspiring event planners gain expert advice on logistical startup issues such as finding a location, selecting attorneys and other professionals, writing a solid contract, locating reliable vendors, buying adequate insurance, hiring quality employees and more. Plus, they’ll learn success strategies for both full- and part-time event planners. New anecdotes from successful event planners, fresh dollar-stretching ideas, a brand new chapter on social media and more industry resources make this book a must-have for anyone entering this fast-paced, high-demand field.
Grab Your Share of Senior Care! The 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!
Grant Yourself Success Grant writing is a billion dollar industry full of profitable business opportunities! Serving as the link between funders and grantees, professional grant writers are quickly becoming valuable partners to fundraising and philanthropy associations. Use this comprehensive guide to learn the art of researching, preparing and submitting winning grants as well as finding and maintaining clientele and grant projects. Learn how to: Identify grants and contact funders Write persuasive proposals that win funding Create a comprehensive grant proposal following step-by-step instructions and samples Develop a successful business plan-including home-office guidance, office technology, business startup basics and more Market your business for less than $100 Also includes a comprehensive resources listing, a four-stage guide to writing funding proposals plus insider tips and techniques. This is a must-have resource for new or experienced grant writers looking to expand their talents and take their careers into their own hands!
Basic updating of resources and interviews with successful owners in the fashion accessories business. Trendy entrepreneurs learn how to create and sell their own accessories, buy wholesale accessories for resale or establish their own online or traditional store. Our experts take them step by step from creating a business plan, to setting up a home workshop and office, exploring the market, managing finances, publicizing and advertising the business and much more. Industry professionals and practicing home-based business owners provide unique insights, tips and tricks to ensure success. This step-by-step guide gives aspiring entrepreneurs everything they need to know to turn their passion for fashion into a successful business.
Weddings, parades, fairs, graduations, conferences, political rallies, and fashion shows all share a common desire: the need for expert planning. If you aspire to be a professional event planner, this guide equips you with the essential tools to design and execute successful events. As part of Entrepreneur magazine's esteemed Startup Series, it offers insights into starting, running, and growing a lucrative event planning business.
This book is ideal for creative individuals who enjoy working with people. With gross profits ranging from 30 to 40 percent, event planners can earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually. You can focus on various niches, including commercial, political, civic, social, and personal events. It covers everything from conducting market research and selecting venues to financing, purchasing equipment, and attracting clients.
Additionally, it provides practical sample forms, checklists, and worksheets to assist you throughout the startup process. If you excel at organizing celebrations and conferences, appreciate a flexible schedule, and seek diverse responsibilities and new challenges each week, this guide is essential for turning your passion into a successful career.
