How They Started: How 30 Good Ideas Became Great Businesses - David Lester

...something which interests me; hence how I wanted to discover more. I had trawled through the shelves in my local bookstore, find numerous titles on the top tips to being successful and so forth, but this simply didn't interest me at the time.
Business is something which has inspired me, with my mind constantly churning up new ideas of the 'Next Big Thing'. I have heard of the challenging demands of starting these ideas in reality, but my ...
...years, analysing their struggles and how they were overcome. It is a true inspiration to see how, despite their struggles, individuals can achieve their dreams.
If you're considering starting a business, or merely running the idea through your mind, this book is a must-read. This book can cement your dream and give you the desire to follow it; or just as easily make you realise that the harsh world of business is not for you. Without it, you ... more

Running my own business when I'm older is something which interests me; hence how I wanted to discover more. I had trawled through the shelves in my local bookstore, find numerous titles on the top tips to being successful and so forth, but this simply didn't interest me at the time.
Business is something which has inspired me, with my mind constantly churning up new ideas of the 'Next Big Thing'. I have heard of the challenging demands of starting these ideas in reality, but my ambition still burns strong; thanks largely to this book.
I was wary of the challenges I may face. I questioned whether I would have the will to continue throughout the difficulties. I needed to find the answers to these questions. I read this book.
David Lester has not set out to convince his readers that starting a business is an easy option; in fact, quite the contary. I came to the conclusion that being entrepreneurial was for me by my own opinions.
The book follows the journeys of 30 successful businesses in their early years, analysing their struggles and how they were overcome. It is a true inspiration to see how, despite their struggles, individuals can achieve their dreams.
If you're considering starting a business, or merely running the idea through your mind, this book is a must-read. This book can cement your dream and give you the desire to follow it; or just as easily make you realise that the harsh world of business is not for you. Without it, you may never know.
Even if you're not thinking of running a business, the inspirational stories contained within this book can serve a purpose to your aspirations; and even make an enthralling read.
Enjoy! 

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