Do you dream of becoming the next Richard Branson or Anita Roddick? Are you ready to be your own boss but nor sure where to start, waiting for that lightning bolt moment of inspiration to strike? Does the idea of writing a business plan terrify you?
Becoming your own boss is easier than you think! Businesswoman and entrepreneur Sonia Williams has done all the hard work for you. In Sonia's new book 'Start Me Up' you will find over 100 innovative and achievable business concepts and practical advice that will have your business up and running in no time.
New year; resolution time. Each year hundreds of Australians resolve to turn their lives around. Taking control of their job or career is at the top of most people's lists, and what better way to start your new year off than by launching your own business. Australians are an entrepreneurial bunch; 320,000 new businesses enter the Australian market every year (Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2007). But what if you have always dreamt of owning your own business, but have yet to come up with that groundbreaking idea that only you can turn into a money spinner?
Sonia Williams is here to help. Sonia is a Chartered Practicing Accountant (CPA), author and entrepreneur. She is also a self-confessed ideas woman who has put together more than 100 of her favourite (innovative) small business ideas in one handy book- Start Me Up! These are not just small business ideas, they are smart business ideas. No matter if you're just starting out, in a career transition, a retiree, a stay-at-home parent or even an experienced entrepreneur, you'll learn a great deal from Sonia's words of wisdom. And best of all? It's so easy! Most of the businesses in this book have very low start-up costs and can be easily set up from home. Many could even be set up parallel to your current job to make the transition from daily grind to business success story even easier.
If you have ever thought about starting your own business- even if it is just part-time while you continue with your 'day job'- you need this book.Some of Sonia's novel ideas make the most of modern technology; others put a new spin on tired and tested ventures. Sonia also suggests ideas for cultivating your own business nous, including advice on how to spot a trend (and how to avoid fads!), how to identify niche markets, how to write a business plan, how to avoid common first-timer pitfalls and how to develop your online presence. 'Start Me Up' is a fantastic resource for the budding entrepreneur. Start Me Up! will: