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Surviving a Downturn: Building a Successful Business Without Breaking the Bank (Business on a Shoestring)

Surviving a Downturn: Building a Successful Business Without Breaking the Bank (Business on a Shoestring)

by JeremyKourdi (Author)

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    Paperback 2007

    $7.20
Synopsis

The ...on a Shoestring series helps small business owners grow their business imaginatively, effectively and without spending a fortune. Aimed at entrepreneurs with plenty of vision and commitment but not a lot of cash, each book is packed with ideas that really work, real-life examples, step-by-step advice and sources of further information. All businesses go through difficult times, but how you, as the owner, face and tackle these challenges can make the difference between survival and going to the wall. Realistic but inspiring, this book covers: Realising there's a problem Focusing on what you do best: your core business Spending sensibly Being paid on time Cutting down on inefficiency Steadying the ship: maintaining staff morale Working at external relationships (the bank, customers, suppliers) Working out survival tactics (and ways to stick to them) Keeping up the good work...and not letting things slip 'a great little package' The Bookseller

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 208
 Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 12 Apr 2007
ISBN 10: 0713675470
ISBN 13: 9780713675474
Book Overview: Practical, helpful, and affordable Very little up-to-date competition Top-quality content from small business experts

Media Reviews
'A brand new series aimed at small businesses, with another four volumes to come later in the year. These cover different subjects to most series and they look great. Ideas, examples, tips and sources of further information add up to a great little package in each.' The Bookseller (March 2007) 'Breeze through these neat little Business on a Shoestring books during your commute... If things go wrong, there's the optimistically titled Surviving a Downturn to get you back on your feet.' The Guardian (2 June 2007) 'Useful for anyone who requires an understanding of how to effectively manage, adapt and prioritise in difficult times.' Publishing News (March 2007)
Author Bio
Jeremy Kourdi is a business consultant and author of seven books on management. He has worked with several high-profile organisations, including The Economist, the Chartered Institute of Management, HSBC and London Business School.