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Synopsis
The Women's Small Business Start-Up Kit, written by the author of the bestselling
The Small Business Start-Up Kit, gives you the practical and legal information you need to kickstart a successful enterprise--whether you're an artsy creative type, an independent consultant, or a Fortune 500-seeker. In addition to a breakdown of the common issues and concerns facing women entrepreneurs of every stripe, you'll find information and guidance on:
- drafting a solid business plan
- raising startup money, including through crowdfunding
- choosing a legal structure and hiring employees
- managing finances and taxes
- handling health insurance
- qualifying for special certification programs and contracts for women-owned businesses
- making the most of your website and social media, and
- marketing and branding your business on a budget.
You'll also hear from successful women business owners whose insights will inform and inspire you.
The book includes access (through a special link on Nolo.com) to a cash flow projection worksheet, partnership agreement, and other useful forms.
GOLD winner, IBPA 2015 Benjamin Franklin Award, Business & Career category.
Synopsis
The award-winning guide for any woman starting (or running) a business Have an idea or skill that you're ready to turn into a business? Want to expand or improve your current business operations? This book is for you Learn how to:
- draft a solid business plan
- raise start-up money, including through crowdfunding
- choose a legal structure and hire employees
- manage finances and taxes
- qualify for special certification programs and contracts for women-owned businesses, and
- efficiently market and brand your business online and off.
You'll also hear from successful women business owners whose insights will inform and inspire you, and learn valuable tips for maintaining work-life balance.
The fifth edition is completely updated to cover new tax deductions for pass-through entities, changes to the Affordable Care Act, and other issues affecting small business startups under the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.