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| Issue No. 03 |
30 October 2007 |
Everything you need to know about franchising
At one time or another in our lives we all want to own our own business. For many of us, taking that giant leap towards total independence is very frightening. However, buying a franchise is a very lucrative option where you, as the franchisee, are provided with the established name of the company, i.e. its well known trade mark and backing in the form of advertising, uniforms, the location, the equipment, etc.
These usually have a large price tag attached which, with a lot of hard work, you will recoup your initial capital outlay.
Working from home scams - arm yourself!
When people decide that they now want to start their own business, they extensively research prospective business opportunities. First they stake out the businesses, find references from others who have bought into the opportunity, then they only buy into it.
Power Wheels: 10 Steps to Organise your Car
Organizing your car is not just for the ultramodern high-tech gadget guru anymore. Some of my clients literally live from their cars. That is not to say that they camp out with sleeping bag, pillow, and a lantern, but rather LIVE from their cars. Many of us spend more time in our cars than at corporate headquarters or in our home office, creating the need for product storage, a compact filing system, and organized desk space. Car organizing is not limited to those working outside the home either; many a soccer mom dreams of a leisurely commute without library books and sports gear rolling around in the back of the minivan.
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[ book review ]
Smart Women and Small Business
by Wilmerding, Virginia
Are you one of the many women out there who needs a brand-new model for your business career? Are you looking for entrepreneurial alternatives to the world of big business, but aren't sure where to start?
A transition into small business is a natural progression for countless women who have invested the first phase of their careers in large companies. Many mid-career women dream of starting their own businesses, but until now there hasn't been a book that gives them the sense of multiple choice that helps them find the right entrepreneurial fit options that go beyond starting a venture to include buying an independent business or a franchise, joining or consulting for small businesses, or working with partners.
There's a confusing array of how-to books out there with general advice about starting a business, conducting a job search, or balancing work and family. But what entrepreneurial women really need are the strategic tools for choosing and growing a business that will not only make them money, but make them happy as well.
Price: R 220.00
Available: http://www.intersoft.co.za |
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