AWESOME RESOURCE FOR ANY BUSINESS AFFAIRS EXEC!
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Best book I ever bought dealing with the industry, bar none!  I can't believe it's under $20!
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I am a small business owner whose major marketing and sales channel is the web.  While I am an expert in my service area I have never claimed to be an expert in anything related to online, web or technology.  This book was perfect for me - it talked at my level, gave hundreds of incredibly useful tips and did so in a very accessible way. I now consider it my business bible - I am constantly reaching for it for new ideas and advice on how to get things done.

I also found the book to be very inspirational - and this can be critical for a business owner who is going it alone.  At times it was like my cheerleading squad - giving me ideas, telling me how to execute and getting me excited to do so.

I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who wants to be successful in business.  I truly believe there is something in it for everyone.
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I read this book based on a recommendation and I am so glad I did.  I am an executive in a fairly non-creative field so I wasn't really sure what "breakthroughs" are, what they would mean for me, and I was even a little intimidated at the thought of comparing myself to some of the creative geniuses cited in the book .  After just the first few chapters, however, I realized that the techniques in the book were already helping me identify actionable, executable solutions to issues ranging from staffing problems, prioritization of competing business agendas and even resolution of conflicts of interests.  And these were only the challenges I happened to be facing this week!  The anecdotes in the book demonstrate how widely these techniques can be applied.  I will keep this book handy as a resource as I expect to use different strategies until I find the ones that are most suited to my approach and circumstances.
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A phenomenal collection of knowledge and insight on business coaching from a very talented coach and entrepreneur.  This along with The Coaches Coach material has given me a kick start in establishing my coaching business.  Definitely worth the time invested!
637395
What a valuable read!  Tom delivers tons of actionable steps to this very important part of my business that I just wasn't paying attention to before.  His step by step process and tips on what to avoid is a lifesaver.  He generously shares his templates, email samples and how-to processes which will save me hours and allow me to focus on converting happy clients to glowing client reviews...authentically.
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"Great book helped me take my business to the next level"!
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I own two businesses, one of which is less than a year old. To maintain excellence in the established business and to develop excellence in the newer business requires my best. Staying focused on the "One Thing"with the time blocking skills in this book are making all the difference. Effectively creating dual business growth while being able to protect time for a great personal life has been eye opening!
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The Author has presented an outstanding collection of the elements of success for both our business and personal lives. Mr. Vosburgh does a great job of combining essential leadership skills with real-life stories to illustrate how his principles are applied in a practical day-to-day manner by some very successful people. There is no ivory tower here! This is real stuff that can be used by any organization, large or small.
Anyone who can grasp the leadership qualities described in this book and apply them will be more successful in their endeavors.
Unlike many business books, this one is a quick read (2-3 days) with hard hitting points and a lot of real-life stories that made it fun to read.
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As a newer agent I loved this book!  My personality naturally fits the way Brian describes doing business...taking care of your clients, kindness, integrity, always keeping them in mind and letting them know you care.  I love developing relationships and helping people and Brian gives some excellent tips on how to do that so you are able to grow your business through referrals which is a much more natural fit to me than some of the other transactional approaches out there.  Brian is all about building relationships.  It's an easy read as well with ideas you can begin implementing immediately.
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The book title says it all! In "The Little Book of Big PR," you have at your finger tips access to extremely valuable industry knowledge that companies usually pay big bucks for. It's an excellent public relations resource for particularly entrepreneurs and small businesses who are looking to grow their businesses. The book is filled with smart strategies and tactics that one can easily pull and implement and Jennefer supports them with plenty of concrete examples to showcase. The tips-style format also makes the book an easy read and interesting to navigate. Ultimately, what makes this book especially valuable and unique is the sincerity you feel coming from Jennefer's voice with each tip she provides. There's an overall sense that she truly wants to impart her knowledge and expertise to help her fellow entrepreneurs in achieving their own business successes.
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The benefits of employing an EA have been long overlooked and Jan Jones book is overdue, especially for business owners looking to expand

Accessible enough small business owners, yet aspirational too, Jones delves into a world we are rarely are privy too (interviewing Richard Branson, Dan Kennedy & Donald Trump), and delivers a candid insight into what makes such powerful organisations cogs turn. It was particularly interesting to discover how the elite 1% of business leaders attribute part of their success and efficiency in their business to their assistant.

Our company runs master classes for entrepreneurs and business coaching for smaller companies, one of our first points of call is to recommend a specific type of assistant. Its fantastic to see somebody articulating this as Jan does, with clear concise instructions for business owners to follow. This book is a useful resource and a great point of reference - an invaluable tool for small as well as large business owners on identification and recruitment of excellent EAs.

Its useful to have a clear differentiate between traditional secretarial roles and what skills Jones says we should grow to expect from PAs/EAs, and its especially interesting to read her advice on ways execs and assistants can nurture their relationship.

Were buying this book as an aspirational tool for a few of our colleagues in similar assistant type roles as its got a lot of practical advice for career advancement. A few of our entrepreneurs who would benefit from hiring an EA are also be getting a copy as a new year resolution gift!

We, as I'm sure many others, will be using it as a training manual from now on!
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I don't know how the author did it, but Jo Owen actually made a book on business interesting and fun to read!

The book is written in a friendly style that remains readable while never talking down to the reader.  It is separated into small sections that can be sampled individually rather than reading the whole book at once and deals with everything from Marketing to Disciplining Employees using real world examples.

I also found that the book transcends type of business.  I've managed theme park operations in the past and now manage a small insurance department.  The great thing about this book is that the tools presented are useful in any business setting.

I do think that this is especially beneficial to the new manager who doesn't yet have years under his or her belt, but it's also a nice handbook for those old hands who want a quick refresher course on business basics.

This one is a winner!
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I don't normally write reviews but I just had to after reading Go Your Own Way!  It's the only business book I've referred to over and over again and plan to keep reviewing at least once a year.  As an entrepreneur with two very different businesses (solo photography biz and a skin care studio with employees), I found this booked full of information to help me with both of them. Kristen's advice is clear and concise with lots of room for creativity. Her no nonsense, funky, in-your-face-style makes business planning fun!
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First, let me start by saying this is not just another small-business book - this is a work of art. The layout is very appealing and makes for an easy and enjoyable read. Plus, every time I flip through the Entrepreneur's Almanac (which is often) I find another nugget of information, whether it's one of the editorials, tip boxes, side bars, or Words of Wisdom. This is a tremendous resource for any type of small business owner and I find myself referring to it on a regular basis.

One of my favorite chapters is Chapter 5: Business Etiquette and Relationships, which covers everything from hosting a business meal to email etiquette to using public places as a workspace (something else I do frequently). Readers will also learn about financial management (Chapter 7), risk management and disaster preparedness (Chapter 27), and how to get your business started (Section VI). There is even a chapter about taking care of yourself that includes staying fit and releasing stress (Chapter 33).

A must read for every entrepreneur - whether you are just starting out or have been in the trenches for a while!

Reviewed by Charlene Davis, a business writer specializing in start-up ventures, e-commerce, retail, and food. Please see her profile for more information.
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Finding ways to build a successful business requires countless hours of thinking, writing, rethinking and rewriting.  All Systems Go is a must read to help avoid doing things twice.  As a new business owner, I am constantly looking for ways to enhance my plans to ensure a successful year.  This book is exactly what I needed.  Zenovia is in touch with every aspect of what is needed to create a systematic and logical approach to building a prosperous business.  I am so happy I got this book.  If you are a new business owner or you are looking to revamp your model...BUY IT.  You will thank her for writing it JUST FOR YOU!
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I don't usually read business books, but just started a graduate program in public administration, and came across Spiral Up. I would highly recommend it to anyone eager to make their business or organization succeed in unconventional ways. Linder writes wonderfully, and the reading is light - not full of all kinds of unexplained business lingo that most people find extremely boring. It's a fun book to read! Linder takes great examples from both public and private sector case studies and examines them with great detail and insight. Her experience in consulting - working with organizations who've made mistakes and helping them go through positive change - is clear by the way she pulls apart the examples and thematically helps the reader understand how they can apply the themes to their own organizations - even if they are not the CEO! Anyone interested in getting beyond the traditional mangement techniques so often used in both fields that rarely accomplish much will be interested in reading this book. For students who haven't had much leadership experience yet, this book will help you think about what being a successful leader is all about, and debunk some of the notions you might have.
A great read!
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Whether you are just starting out on an entrepreneurial journey or a seasoned professional, this book is an invaluable resource for becoming the boss of you. Its packed full of practical advice on the myriad of steps to build a sustainable business. Chris has drawn on his wealth of experience at the coal-face of several successful companies to bring together his actionable nuggets in this accessible book.

A must read for every all aspiring entrepreneurs!