Most books for entrepreneurs range in topic from eclectic “how to” manuals to advice on making tough small business decisions. DRDA P.C., home of the BORSA plan, wants prospective small business owners to hit the books and gain insight to what it takes to run a successful small business. Smart entrepreneurs know that continuing education is essential to staying at the top of their game. Business author Earl Nightingale said “If you want to become an expert read for 1-hour per day for 3 years on your given subject."
The top titles perfect for an entrepreneur’s must-read list include:
The World is Flat: Thomas Friedman, a distinguished columnist for the New York Times, discusses the pros and cons of globalization in his latest bestseller. Infused with historical facts and complex commentary of economic issues and foreign policy, Friedman takes economics to the next level.
Smartups: Lessons from Rob Ryan's Entrepreneur America Boot Camp for Start-Ups includes valuable tips about constructing thriving startups. As a leader in the technology industry, author Rob Ryan knows that the secret to success really is hard work and perseverance. After founding Ascend Communications, Ryan launched Entrepreneur America, which is aimed at helping small business owners develop a successful company. His book includes instructions on building strong teams, products and pitches.
The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It dispels the myths revolving around starting a small business and reveals how common assumptions usually interfere with actually running the business. In addition, author Michael Gerber also discusses the life cycle of a business including the dreaded first year and beyond. Upon reading the The E-Myth Revisited, you will have the tools necessary to grow a productive small business with ease.
Entrepreneur Magazine's Ultimate Small Business Marketing Guide: Over 1500 Great Marketing Tricks That Will Drive Your Business Through the Roof includes the essential marketing tips and tricks known only to top business professionals that will beat the competition into submission. Secrets to winning new customers, closing sales and generating repeat business are explained in the simple, easy to follow instructions. Included chapters touch on planning, networking, customer service, advertising and more.
Start Your Own Business: The Only Start-Up Book You'll Ever Need is one of the best books for entrepreneurs. Author Rieva Lesonsky and the staff of Entrepreneur Magazine share their collective knowledge with prospective small business owners looking to open a startup or franchise from scratch. Included are tips to conducting market research, bookkeeping and business planning.
In addition to suggesting suitable books for entrepreneurs, DRDA offers an innovative program that allows prospective small business owners to make use of the funds stored in IRA or 401k accounts. Aptly named BORSA or Business Owners Retirement Saving Account, the plan can be used as capital to purchase an existing business, franchise or start-up without incurring debts, taxes or interest. A BORSA can also be used for the equity injection required to take out an SBA loan.
Keep on reading from DRDA’s list of books for entrepreneurs to stay ahead of the competition. To learn more about how a BORSA plan can be used as a financing alternative for a small business startup contact the business advisors at DRDA P.C. at 281-954-6040 or visit www.drdacpa.com.
