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Great startups don't waste time on small stuff. If you study the early days of any great startup, you’ll see that 90% of their growth came from 10% of the stuff they tried. But most needed years of experimentation to find their growth levers. This book aims to shortcut that process. Generic tactics like paid ads, SEO and referral programs will only get you so far. Growth levers are things like the professional photographs that made tens of thousands of customers trust AirBnb when they otherwise wouldn’t—a crucial move that unlocked explosive growth.

Dirty Little Secrets of Family Business comes clean with much-needed info on nitty-gritty issues such as entitlement; letting employees go when they just aren’t working out; compensation; including your kids in the business; shareholder agreements; selecting the next leader; deciding whether to keep the business or sell it; exit strategies for outgoing leaders; money matters; succession planning; communication; conflict resolution; establishing an effective board; and transitioning to the next generation.

Here are proven methods for building an online income stream. Maybe you dream of making money with an online business, but haven’t tried so far because you’d have to quit your current job and enter the risky world of Internet startups. Or because you think you need lots of capital and way too much time. If these reasons sound familiar, Dave Lindahl and Jon Rozek beg to differ.

Becoming an effective leader who lifts your organization to new heights may seem challenging, but it doesn’t need to be complicated. Strong leadership is rooted in basic principles. Although the specific nature of the organizations you may work for throughout your career will vary on a case-by-case basis, the essential steps you must take to lead with skill will remain constant. The Blueprint explains what those steps are. More importantly, it demonstrates how we can take them in our own careers and lives.

The Internet has profoundly changed the way people communicate and interact with each other. It has also changed the way businesses communicate with current and potential customers. In the old days, marketers could only communicate through the filter of expensive advertising or media ink placed by a PR firm. Today, the rules have changed entirely.

In "How to Start a Mobile Window Tinting Business," author VentureNest Books provides a comprehensive guide designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs successfully launch and grow their own mobile window tinting service. The book addresses common challenges such as starting the business, acquiring the necessary equipment, attracting clients, and managing operations. Listeners will learn how to conduct effective market research to identify their competition and target market, set up the essential business operations, and ensure they have the right tools for high-quality service.

"Start Your Own Pet Grooming Business" by VentureNest Books is a comprehensive guide for those looking to turn their passion for pets into a successful grooming service. The book addresses common challenges aspiring groomers face, such as starting their service, setting competitive prices, and mastering essential grooming techniques while ensuring customer satisfaction.

In How to Launch Your Pressure Washing Business, VentureNest Books provides a comprehensive step-by-step guide tailored for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to establish a successful pressure washing service. This book addresses common challenges such as drafting a solid business plan, ensuring operational profitability, and navigating the complexities of the cleaning industry.

"Starting a Leather Crafting Business" by VentureNest Books is an essential guide for anyone looking to transform their leather crafting passion into a successful business. It addresses common challenges faced by artisans, such as uncertainty in transitioning from hobby to profession, sourcing materials, pricing products, and effectively marketing their brand. This comprehensive book offers practical steps and insider knowledge suitable for both beginners and experienced craftsmen.

How to Start a Successful Podcasting Business by VentureNest Books is a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to turn their passion for podcasting into a thriving enterprise. It addresses common challenges faced by aspiring podcasters, such as selecting the right niche, mastering technical setups for professional sound quality, creating engaging content, and effective audience growth and monetization strategies. The book takes readers through a structured journey starting from the initial stages of launching a podcast.

"How to Start a Landscaping Business" by VentureNest Books is a comprehensive guide for aspiring entrepreneurs eager to transform their passion for nature into a successful landscaping venture. The book addresses common challenges, such as knowing where to begin, pricing services, understanding legal requirements, and effectively marketing the business. It provides a structured approach to launching, managing, and growing a landscaping company with step-by-step instructions.

Starting Your Pet Photography Business by VentureNest Books is a comprehensive guide designed for animal lovers who want to turn their passion for photography into a successful venture. This practical roadmap addresses common challenges such as initial investments, capturing pets' unique personalities, effective marketing, and building a solid client base. The book covers essential topics, including setting up the right business structure, understanding financial implications, and employing photography techniques that highlight the essence of pets.

Launching Your Life Coaching Business by VentureNest Books is a practical guide aimed at aspiring life coaches who want to navigate the complexities of starting and growing their coaching practice. The book addresses common challenges such as identifying a niche, creating a business plan, and understanding legal requirements. Listeners will learn about defining their specific coaching niche and the importance of specialization.

Kickstart Your Home-Based Side Hustle by VentureNest Books is a practical guide designed for individuals looking to establish successful side businesses from home. In a changing economic environment, many aspire to supplement their income and gain financial independence, but the process can be daunting due to the multitude of options and uncertainties. This book aims to simplify that journey by providing a structured approach to transforming ideas into profitable ventures.

How to Start a Meal Prep Business by VentureNest Books is a comprehensive guide aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs looking to turn their passion for healthy eating into a successful meal prep enterprise. This book addresses common challenges faced by many newcomers, such as where to begin, how to create a competitive business plan, understanding target markets, and managing logistics. The guide takes listeners through the entire process of launching a meal prep service, offering clear, step-by-step instructions from concept to execution while helping avoid typical pitfalls.

“How to Start a Logo Design Business” by VentureNest Books is a comprehensive guide for aspiring graphic designers looking to turn their creativity into a successful business. It addresses common challenges such as acquiring clients, structuring the business, managing finances, and competing in the marketplace. This step-by-step manual provides insights on launching and scaling a logo design enterprise effectively. The book emphasizes the importance of building a solid foundation through legal and financial setups.

"Launching Your Photo Editing Business" by VentureNest Books is an essential guide for those looking to transform their passion for photo editing into a successful entrepreneurial venture. This practical resource addresses common challenges faced by aspiring business owners, such as creating an effective business plan, identifying and marketing to a target audience, managing clients, and financial competency. The book provides a step-by-step roadmap that covers key components essential for establishing a thriving photo editing business.

"Starting Successful Side Hustles Without Experience" by VentureNest Books is a comprehensive guide designed for individuals seeking to increase their income through side ventures, even without prior experience. The book acknowledges the common challenges faced by aspiring entrepreneurs, such as limited time and resources, a lack of skills, and uncertainty in selecting the right side hustle. This beginner-friendly guide offers a clear roadmap for launching profitable side businesses.

"No Code AI Business Ideas" by VentureNest Books provides a vital guide for entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking to integrate artificial intelligence into their operations without needing programming skills. As AI becomes essential in today's business environment, this book serves to demystify its applications and illustrate how non-programmers can leverage AI to enhance their business strategies and unlock new opportunities. Addressing common challenges faced by those unfamiliar with technical aspects, the book outlines how to effectively utilize AI tools that require no coding.

Michael Watkins' best-selling book The First 90 Days has become the business bible for accelerating leadership transitions. Now, Watkins zeroes in on the most critical skill leaders must master to secure new roles and accelerate their transitions: negotiation. In Shaping the Game: The New Leader's Guide to Effective Negotiating, Watkins draws from extensive research and practical consulting work to reveal four fundamental objectives that should guide new leaders' actions in every negotiation.