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Although Karin Abarbanel’s book, Birthing the Elephant focuses on women entrepreneurs, much of the information has general application for men and women and various businesses. 
Subtitled, The woman’s go-for-it! guide to overcoming the big challenges of launching a business, Birthing the Elephant, encourages women to design their destinies and gives stories from real people who have become successful in business.  In fact Bobbi Brown, owner of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, writes the foreword.
Helping you figure out how to reinvent yourwself, go after what you want, and survive the emotional roller-coaster ride you’ll experience in starting a new business is what this book …read more

I’m looking for inspiration. Can you help me?
I discovered I have 2 Amazon Gift Certificates, and thought I would treat myself for Christmas. I haven’t decided on my choices yet. Any suggestions?

My co-blogger Mary Emma Allen has some great suggestions in her recent Thursday Thirteen roundup – Thursday Thirteen – 13 Books To Inspire The Home Business Owner.
Do You Have Any Other Book Suggestions For Me?
I’d love to hear your recommendations for business books or any other type of book.
What Do You Want For Christmas?
Which books (or other items) do you want for Christmas? Do …read more

At this time of year, there often are many holiday bazaars and craft shows where you can display and sell the items you produce.  Many home business owners expand upon their home shops and online business by attending craft fairs and other similar events.Preparation generally is the key to having success at a  craft show…in terms of people coming to your booth and items sold.  (Yes, there are some variables you can’t control such as weather, conflict with a school program, office parties, etc.)  However, you can become knowledgeable about the strategies you can control for shows.
I came across a …read more