Do you dream of starting your own business but don’t have any money? What if you could set up a venture with nothing but a good business idea and the determination to make it work? It’s an appealing idea, particularly in the current economic climate where no one has cash to spare and austerity rules the day. In fact, studies show that more people start businesses during recessions than at any other time. The good news is that it can be done, provided you follow a few golden rules. Based on Rachel Bridge's popular workshops, this book will help set you on the way to success. As the former Enterprise Editor for the Sunday Times, Rachel has interviewed hundreds of successful entrepreneurs. Join her on her journey as she starts up her very own enterprise, entrepreneurthings.com, and covers all the ups and downs she encounters, while giving examples along the way of how real-life entrepreneurs have coped with the same problems that beset everyone in business at some point.

Start a business without much money or business experience by using the 10 Building Blocks for a Successful Business. Written especially for the first time business owners who have no previous training & limited capital, this easy-to-understand book tells how to realistically choose, plan & market a venture with profit potential. Packed with practical suggestions & inspiring stories which are designed to inform & motivate the unsophisticated entrepreneur. Contains a good Resource Section. Combines hard core business information with personal & growth development. Building Blocks include: Use your personal values as a foundation for your business, Choose a business that fills a specific, Present need for an identifiable group of people, Develop an attitude of success, Carefully plan your business, Market, market & market some more, Connect to other people, Give your customers value & value your customer, Take good care of your money, Take good care of you. Tell the truth! "As former Dean of a University Business School, I wish to commend you for the great service you have performed in creating these materials. I found them to be informative, stimulating, & very helpful. You communicate well & create a 'can do' atmosphere." Jim Alexander, PH.D.