Small Business & Entrepreneurship

The Takeout 25 Effect is an inspiring account of a community-driven initiative, with lasting impact. Formed in Chicago's western suburbs during the global pandemic, Takeout 25 aimed to save local restaurants while maintaining public health. It demonstrates the power of community-centric movements by illustrating the journey of Takeout 25 through compelling personal narratives, expert insights, and actionable strategies.

A book for turbulent times, When Not If is essential listening for anyone preparing to lead through crisis and change. Jeff Martinovich's gripping story of resilience and perseverance is carefully interwoven with actionable lessons from a CEO who journeyed from zero to a billion, only to be reduced back to zero and a shocking 14-year prison sentence. True, not every listener will experience the trials faced by Jeff. The circumstances of the crisis will differ, but the responses Jeff advocates will bear fruit in most all situations.

Many business leaders focus only on satisfying their customers as the best way to grow their business. Makes sense, right? Chad Peterman, President and CEO of Peterman Brothers, sees it differently. In his engaging new book, The Empowerment Project, Peterman delves into the concept of empowering employees by creating a supportive corporate culture, giving employees the authority to make decisions, providing training and career path planning, and showing employees that mistakes are opportunities for learning and growth.

Silicon Valley can be a wild ride for an entrepreneur, especially if you're a woman, a minority (or both!). But not being a white dude dropout from Stanford shouldn't stand between you and startup success--there's a path forward for everyone, including you. In Mechanical Bull, Silicon Valley veteran Cheryl Contee takes listeners through her entrepreneurial journey with humor and candor, sharing practical insights from her experience of launching three startups and receiving more than $2 million in venture capital investment, despite being a nontraditional founder.

Flame Starter is necessary literature for any high-achieving entrepreneur looking to elevate to the next level without combustion! Utilizing the EMIT Principle (education x motivation x inspiration=transformation), Flame Starter provides practical insights for those who use their "mix" of creativity, innovation, and talents to achieve peak performance and light their flames.

What's the secret sauce to Supercharged Communications? Can it be quantified? Can it be taught? More than that, as a leader, who are you? What are the values you project—not just in the workplace but 24/7? David Schreiner, Ph.D., spent years researching and speaking to executives and people in large organizations across the country to try to discover just that.

Hi, my name is Fiona Ferris and I have made it my life's work to become a 'chic success', the soft way. The feminine way. The easy and fun way. I love to make things happen, but I want it to be light and playful too. Life is too short to do anything unpleasant or difficult! If you too want to be 'a success story' but can't, honestly, really be bothered doing it the hard, boring, dry, way, this petite book is for you. In it I go through one-hundred of my favourite ways to motivate yourself, inspire great actions, and make your life fabulous and fun.

This is the question Chip Higgins invites you to explore in The Bizzics Way: Powering Your Small Business to Maximum Momentum. Bizzics applies the laws of physics to business, providing a how-to guide for entrepreneurs that cuts through the corporate jargon and simplifies business best practices. Whether you're just thinking of starting a business or already growing a small company of your own, this book can help you achieve the holy grail that every business seeks momentum.

A raucous and raw tale awaits in Shawn D. Nelson's part-memoir/part-business book, Let Me Save You 25 Years. As the Founder and CEO of Lovesac, Nelson unveils a magnificent and unvarnished account of his entrepreneurial journey spanning a quarter-century. With unapologetic honesty, he shares both triumphant victories and humbling defeats, painting a vivid and authentic picture of the entrepreneurial rollercoaster.

In 1982, MIT professor Kenan Sahin took $1,000 from his savings and used it to undertake the most extraordinary entrepreneurial journey, culminating with a $1.54 billion rich exit just 17 years later. This is the story of Kenan's turning his academic theories into axiomatic principles for building a Lean Startup into a Lean Company followed by a Rich Exit.

You're an entrepreneur. You've either started or are thinking of starting your own business. Or you're all in and need to take a chance. Then this book is for you. Starting a business is brutal. 70% of businesses fail after five years and only 25% of businesses make it to 15 years or more. What if you had a crystal ball to guide you through your business cycle so you didn't make the same mistakes as everyone else? Larry Gaynor is a serial beauty entrepreneur still running TNG Worldwide since 1985. He has dealt with the biggest companies including LOréal, Unilever, Amazon and Walmart.

With Self Less, Len Jessup shares an engaging first-person narrative detailing how his origins, beliefs, adversity, impact, and legacy shaped him into a selfless leader devoted to helping transform organizations. Beginning with childhood experiences and ancestral influences that imprinted a drive to serve others, Jessup recounts critical mentors and moments that built his confidence, reinforced core values, and motivated him toward continual growth.

In this enlightening book, you'll not only gain an understanding of what it truly means to be a consultant, but you'll also be equipped to decide if the thrilling world of consultancy is your calling. Dive in and explore the multifaceted realm that beckons those with a passion for problem-solving, innovation, and strategic partnership, and a true and deep connection with clients.

Get ready for a crazy journey with "2500 Dark Psychology Tips, Tricks & Mind Control Techniques For Gaining Power, Influence, And Making Tons of Money". It's not just about playing dirty; it's about playing smart in a world where the best wins aren't given away. You have the guide to always having the upper hand, wrapped up in an audiobook that's both fun and educational. Buckle up for a fantastically cunning climb to the summit.

Are you frustrated with your agency's plateauing growth, even after trying multiple marketing strategies? Have you ever wondered if narrowing your agency's focus to a specific vertical could lead to faster growth, better retention, and a more streamlined business model? Anyone, Not Everyone provides a simple solution to a big problem that digital agency owners face: serving too many types of clients. In it, leading agency advisor Corey Quinn guides listeners through his proven 5-step process, helping them transform from a generalist agency to a vertical market specialist.