Publisher's Synopsis
There are 28 million small businesses in the U.S., but most small business owners struggle with lack of profits or lack of time. Shows small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs how to own a profitable small business that runs without the owner. The number of small businesses in the United States has increased 49% since 1982, and continues to grow as more people want control of their financial future. Debunks the myth that starting a business is cheaper than buying an already profitable business. Shows readers how to buy a good business step-by-step. Teaches readers how to increase profits through marketing, employee management, operations management, and financial management. Reveals the secrets to making a business run without the owner. Builds on ideas from the growing field of social entrepreneurship including triple bottom line, systems thinking, and servant leadership. Authored by an entrepreneur who currently owns eight companies that run without him. Endorsed by best-selling authors including Brian Tracy, Vicki Robin, and Marci Shimoff.
