Last Update: Wednesday November 19, 2008

The Reality Check Before You Start A Business

When you sign up for this course.....

1	You have one year's access to walk yourself through these seven chapters which each contains five lessons. Each lesson is presented through a 1-4 minute video accompanied by the transcript of the video, a study guide and questions that will prompt you to think about how you can use the lesson in your business.
2	You have access to all of these video tips at any time.
3	You can opt-in to receive weekly (or even a daily) email with a fresh new video tip!
4	You receive a money-back guarantee if you're not happy with our course.

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Go here. Yes, just click here and we will try harder to convince you that it is better to spend a little today before you start investing in a business. It just may be a business that you shouldn't start! Only you know, but a little reality check can help you know! Don't lose your savings, possibly your home and even your marriage. It happens all too often. More...

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Chapter 1: Understand Yourself

1.1	You never met a problem you didn’t like.
1.2	You want to do what you truly love to do.
1.3	Your current job doesn’t take advantage of your talents.
1.4	You love where you live; love your job, too!
1.5	You wanted a bigger challenge than your current job provides.

Chapter 2: Understand Your History

2.1	The Farmer
2.2	The Butcher
2.3	The Artist
2.4	The Pharmacist
2.5	The Animator

Chapter 3: Understand Your Values

3.1	The drive to create jobs.
3.2	The drive to help singles find their soul mate.
3.3	The drive to capture God's creation on film.
3.4	The drive to create transforming cuisine.
3.5	The drive to make a new home for thousands who had lost their home.

Chapter 4: Evaluate Your Leadership Abilities

4.1	Courage to take action.
4.2	Tolerance for pain, risk and ambiguity.
4.3	Inner drive and determination to solve problems no matter how long it takes.
4.4	Intuition.
4.5	A personality that serves as a magnet for talent.

Chapter 5: Evaluate Your Skills

5.1	Use numbers to keep score in business.
5.2	Love selling or hire someone who does.
5.3	Market to move customers from interest to purchase.
5.4	Communication keeps a business running smoothly.
5.5	Specific skills are the fastest way to succeed in a new business.

Chapter 6: Engage Your Family

6.1	Ask family members to give up their spare time and to work for little cash.
6.2	Ask family members to support you financially.
6.3	Ask family members with specific skills to donate their time.
6.4	Keep your job and hire a family member.
6.5	Partner with family members.

Chapter 7: Find and Cultivate Mentors

7.1	Don't underestimate the generosity of mentors.
7.2	Work with a charity.
7.3	Listen to and act on good ideas.
7.4	Join your national trade association.
7.5	Work for people who recognize, develop your talents.

Chapter 8: Minimize Financial Risk

8.1	Start at home.
8.2	Start small.
8.3	Pile up some savings.
8.4	Reduce personal expenses.
8.5	Ask suppliers and vendors to be your bank.

Chapter 9: Find the Category That's Right for You

9.1	Service
9.2	Retail + Service
9.3	Retail
9.4	Wholesale
9.5	Manufacturing

Chapter 10: Find the Right Idea in the Right Category

10.1	Your first idea is not always the best idea.
10.2	Perfect products sell better than flawed ones.
10.3	Insight comes over time.
10.4	Complete failure can lead to success.
10.5	Selling small quantities can prepare you for big numbers.