Americans have come to view entrepreneurs as superheroes, just like professional athletes and rock stars. But there's a downside to that glorification: a growing notion that you need "loads of money" and "tons of talent" to get a new business off the ground. That's a myth, pure and simple: don't you dare let it discourage you from following your dream. This book shows why you don't need superhuman talent or resources to launch your new business and reveals what you really do need to succeed. Along the way, the authors demolish 14 other dangerous myths about entrepreneurship...myths that could otherwise cost you money, time, and the very success of your new venture. You'll learn why far more businesses succeed than you've been told...why you don't need a breakthrough product to build a winning company...why it's still possible to compete against "the big guys"...and a whole lot more! This book is packed with real case studies of winning businesses launched by "ordinary" people...practical tips to help you avoid pitfalls...and short "Will this work?" segments to help you quickly evaluate new business ideas. America has tens of millions of potential entrepreneurs: this is the book that will unleash their potential!
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"This book dispels the myths surrounding the process of starting a business, and gives hope and encouragement
to people who would like to give it a try."
-Tim Berry, Founder and CEO, Palo Alto Software
Creators of the World's Most Popular
"Bruce Barringer and Duane Ireland's new book, What's Stopping You? is an insightful and thought-provoking examination of nine common myths that discourage individuals from starting new businesses. . This book is much-needed and long overdue.. The value of What's Stopping You? is that it effectively debunks the false premises that too often preclude acts of business start up. What's Stopping You? is an encouraging, instructive, and eloquently written book that would be a valuable addition to any aspiring entrepreneur's bookshelf."
Jeffrey G. Covin, Samuel and Pauline Glaubinger Professor of Entrepreneurship, Kelley School of Business, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
"Over the years I have observed many seemingly great business opportunities never get off the ground. Quite often, what holds these aspiring entrepreneurs back are common misconceptions about the difficulties and risks of starting a new business. In What's Stopping You?, Professors Barringer and Ireland systematically break down the myths that hold many entrepreneurs back from pursuing their dreams."
Jeffrey R. Cornwall, The Jack C. Massey Chair in Entrepreneurship, Belmont University, Nashville, Tennessee
"Barringer and Ireland simultaneously demystify start-up misconceptions and empower readers to explore their own opportunity with renewed passion. Many prospective entrepreneurs feel trapped by myths, the authors carefully detail the myth's fallacies and encourage the reader to see beyond start-up stereotypes. Future and experienced entrepreneurs have much to learn from What's Stopping You?"
Sarah Schupp, Founder/CEO, University Parent Media, Boulder, Colorado
"Creating your own business from scratch can be a mental, emotional, and financial roller coaster ride. Bruce Barringer and Duane Ireland's book provides a 'voice of reason' and helps give you the confidence to realize you can do it. They recognize that starting a business is hard work, but that it is attainable-and that you should celebrate your accomplishments every step of the way."
Jan Stephenson Kelly, Cofounder/CEO, Spark Craft Studios, Cambridge, MA
Business Plan Software Follow Your Dream! Start Your Own Winning Business-Now!
.Get past the myths that keep you from making the leap
.Gain the practical skills and confidence you need to succeed
.Quickly evaluate business ideas and pick a winner
.Launch your company and watch it grow and profit
Build the business you've always dreamed of! Take control of your future and achieve the breakthrough success that's only possible when you're working for yourself. You can do it-and this book will show you how.
Forget the myths that have been standing in your way. You don't need to be rich. You don't need extensive business experience. You don't need to be a genius. You don't need a revolutionary product or service. You can handle the risk, the competition, and the challenges.
The proof's on every page of this book: case studies of "ordinary" people building great businesses and practical techniques you can use, too-every step of the way!
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Follow your dream, now: what it really takes to build your winning business!
The first book that cuts through all the myths of entrepreneurship, and gives you all the skills and confidence you need to succeed. How to quickly evaluate business ideas, pick a winner, avoid missteps, and drive your new business to profitability. By two of the world's leading experts on entrepreneurship.
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"This book dispels the myths surrounding the process of starting a business, and gives hope and encouragement
to people who would like to give it a try."
-Tim Berry, Founder and CEO, Palo Alto Software
Creators of the World's Most Popular
"Bruce Barringer and Duane Ireland's new book, What's Stopping You? is an insightful and thought-provoking examination of nine common myths that discourage individuals from starting new businesses. . This book is much-needed and long overdue.. The value of What's Stopping You? is that it effectively debunks the false premises that too often preclude acts of business start up. What's Stopping You? is an encouraging, instructive, and eloquently written book that would be a valuable addition to any aspiring entrepreneur's bookshelf."
Jeffrey G. Covin, Samuel and Pauline Glaubinger Professor of Entrepreneurship, Kelley School of Business, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
"Over the years I have observed many seemingly great business opportunities never get off the ground. Quite often, what holds these aspiring entrepreneurs back are common misconceptions about the difficulties and risks of starting a new business. In What's Stopping You?, Professors Barringer and Ireland systematically break down the myths that hold many entrepreneurs back from pursuing their dreams."
Jeffrey R. Cornwall, The Jack C. Massey Chair in Entrepreneurship, Belmont University, Nashville, Tennessee
"Barringer and Ireland simultaneously demystify start-up misconceptions and empower readers to explore their own opportunity with renewed passion. Many prospective entrepreneurs feel trapped by myths, the authors carefully detail the myth's fallacies and encourage the reader to see beyond start-up stereotypes. Future and experienced entrepreneurs have much to learn from What's Stopping You?"
Sarah Schupp, Founder/CEO, University Parent Media, Boulder, Colorado
"Creating your own business from scratch can be a mental, emotional, and financial roller coaster ride. Bruce Barringer and Duane Ireland's book provides a 'voice of reason' and helps give you the confidence to realize you can do it. They recognize that starting a business is hard work, but that it is attainable-and that you should celebrate your accomplishments every step of the way."
Jan Stephenson Kelly, Cofounder/CEO, Spark Craft Studios, Cambridge, MA
Business Plan Software Follow Your Dream! Start Your Own Winning Business-Now!
.Get past the myths that keep you from making the leap
.Gain the practical skills and confidence you need to succeed
.Quickly evaluate business ideas and pick a winner
.Launch your company and watch it grow and profit
Build the business you've always dreamed of! Take control of your future and achieve the breakthrough success that's only possible when you're working for yourself. You can do it-and this book will show you how.
Forget the myths that have been standing in your way. You don't need to be rich. You don't need extensive business experience. You don't need to be a genius. You don't need a revolutionary product or service. You can handle the risk, the competition, and the challenges.
The proof's on every page of this book: case studies of "ordinary" people building great businesses and practical techniques you can use, too-every step of the way!
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