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by Sir Richard Branson (Foreword), Robert Craven (Author)
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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Virgin Books; New edition edition (10 Feb 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0753509733
  • ISBN-13: 978-0753509739
  • Product Dimensions: 20.6 x 12.4 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 245,158 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Kick-Start Your Business uses practical, hands-on approach to putting your affairs in order, including: * essential tools to getting a business to work better, * hundreds of ideas and examples to turn a business into a powerhouse, * useful resources and contacts, * proven worksheets to 'kick-start your business'

From the Author
Living up to other's expectations
Professor David Storey wrote of me:

'Robert Craven is one of Warwick Business School's most highly regarded presenters. His animated action-packed style demands participation. Robert does not give his audience the option of sitting back and merely reflecting.

'I was wondering how this presetation style would translate into words..and was delighted to find that the reader of this volume is as bullied and cajoled into particpation as is the listner.'

Fine words indeed. I hope that I have managed to translate my presentation style into words - everyone who has read says that I have!

Meanwhile, the book! Well, it is ironic that I write a book - I bang on about how I hate theory and am obsessed with action and then I try to give people a toolkit for action (a theory!). At the end of the day the toolkit does work - I know it does and the book is littered with examples of real businesses who have succeeded, using my help.

So, what do you get for your money: - commentary on how to apply the toolkit - checklists, action points, case studies, etc - the toolkit - the 100 day workout - all the worksheets...

So, what you get is a book aimed at helping you run a better business. That is what it does!

All feedback gratefully received

Robert Craven Bath Feb 2001- --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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5.0 out of 5 stars It helped me enormously, 20 Mar 2001
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Really provocative and easy to read. I've already put significant chunks of the book into practice - would recommend this book to any entrepreneur who's serous about growth
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5.0 out of 5 stars At last a business book that can help you!, 26 Feb 2001
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'Kick-start' is a refereshing book. It is a business book without the usual smart theory. Down to earth and practical.

Part One is words. Part Two is worksheets.

It will become a bible for our business. Thanks to all involved.

TW

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars SUPERB BOOK, 30 Mar 2001
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This is my fave book for my business - do not hesitate to buy it - it will change your business!

Sabrina

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5.0 out of 5 stars The one to follow...
If your confused as to what to focus your time on, you feel like there is too much to do, yet little time...you need a direction to follow, so read this book... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mr. Jariwalla

5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant book
Robert Craven's work is a synthesis of all the major issues that the reader needs to consider if the objective is to regenerate their business. Sound and wide ranging. Read more
Published on 20 May 2004 by Booksmith

1.0 out of 5 stars Something old, something borrowed...
I thought I would find some revelations, but alas I've read all this theory before. The book would not stand-up without Branson's name!
Published on 13 Oct 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars compelling - there should be more business books like this!
This is a compeling read. Kick-start will sort you and your business.

Good things: worksheets, style, examples, commentary, general approach that gives you confidence

Bad... Read more

Published on 13 Mar 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical and Useful
An excellent book that has already helped me. Robert explains what to do and how to do it. It is all commonsense. But it works. Read more
Published on 27 Feb 2001 by paul.craven@ukgateway.net

5.0 out of 5 stars Impressive - Virgin have done it again!
I was given this book with a copy of the other Virgin Buisness Guide, on the internet (Tim Cumming). Virgin have come up trumps again! Read more
Published on 26 Feb 2001

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