by Laurie Johnson (Author)
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?
Number of Pages: 136
Dimensions: 0.29 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: November 24, 2025
