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  • An All-Purpose Tool Kit for Entrepreneurs
  • By: Norm Brodsky, Bo Burlingham
  • Narrated by: Sean Pratt
  • Length: 10 hrs and 8 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (75 ratings)
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Summary

People starting out in business tend to seek step-by-step formulas or rules, but in reality there are no magic bullets. Rather, says veteran company-builder Norm Brodsky, there's a mentality that helps street-smart entrepreneurs solve problems and pursue opportunities as they arise. Brodsky shares his hard-earned wisdom every month in Inc. magazine, in the hugely popular "Street Smarts" column he cowrites with Bo Burlingham. Now they've adapted their best advice into a comprehensive guide for anyone running a small business.

©2010 Norm Brodsy, Bo Burlingham (P)2011 Gildan Media Corp

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"One is tempted to say 'the only book you'll need on starting a business.' Brilliant! Genius! Choose your superlative - it'll fit." (Tom Peters)

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Surprisingly good!

Informative, instructive and a very good listen. I was surprised how many nuggets there were in this book. This is one I'll go back and listen to again.

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Great business read

Sound and simple introduction to business, based on common sense and experience. Engaging, personal and well structured.

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One one of the best

I have listened to many books, and this one is right up there as one of the best.

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good book

Very enjoyable book, written in an easily relatable style. Unlike many books covering this subject matter, it was not full of repetition, just very useful insight into what is required to start and build a successful business.

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Practical and down to earth advice

I loved this book. Norm and Bo write about everyday businesses and their problems, from small businesses to bigger business, and they leave no stone uncovered in telling and showing how business really is. IF you want a successful business based on experience and practicality this is your book. If you want to meditate and hope the universe will provide your business success, then buy something else to listen to. Smart, funny and insightful.

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Great book for the would-be entrepreneur

this book is written in a very practical and story like Style which readers to get quickly into each scenario the writer is trying to portray. I for one from this a great read would definitely help you and your business journeys

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