Introduction: About This EBook
When I first started in business I had no one to guide me, but I did know what I wanted and how I wanted to achieve it.
Did I get it right probably not, was I successful, well here I am now touching fifty years and have retired early, and living off the passive income streams I have generated over the years. So yes I say I am successful.
Starting out as a young engineer I quickly found I had leadership and organizational skills along with an analytical mind. I was soon noticed and had the opportunity to manage construction projects, which I excelled at; it's easy to manage other people's money.
I was soon managing projects valued into the 100's of millions (just more zero's) In locations in S.E Asia, China, Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, West Africa and the Middle East. One thing I did learn about managing projects around the globe is that management is the same no matter where you are located; running a business large or small is no different.
Having your own business can be very rewarding, always remember you are in control of your destiny and your own business is your road to success.
Starting a business can seem daunting especially if you don't know where to begin. Today with modern communications and that vast resource, the Internet available to us, starting a business can be very simple.
"Management is the same no matter where you are located and running a business large or small is no different."
I put together this basic e-book as a guide to point you in the right direction, get you thinking and assist you in making the right choices.
As you read through each chapter treat it as an exercise, take notes and follow the steps outlined. When you complete, each chapter review your notes and see how you and your business idea measure up. Go back over the chapter again, and note what you need to do to make the necessary changes for success.
Starting a business is just the beginning running a business and ensuring its success means constant monitoring, controlling and adjustment above all it takes commitment.
Do you, have what it takes to start and run a business, are you committed and prepared for the ups and downs?
Great then you are ready to take the first step, here's to the rewards of having your own business and to your success.
Darren Wilkins