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About This Book
Small Business Management: An Entrepreneur's Guidebook
ISBN: 9781259538988
About This Book
"Small Business Management: An Entrepreneur's Guidebook" by Mary Jane Byrd is a comprehensive and practical guide designed to help entrepreneurs plan, organize, and run their small businesses effectively. This book takes a down-to-earth approach, incorporating current research and theory to provide actionable insights and real-world examples.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and aspiring entrepreneurs in small business management courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for small business owners, managers, and anyone interested in understanding the principles of running a successful small business.
History and Editions
The 8th edition of "Small Business Management: An Entrepreneur's Guidebook" has been updated to address the evolving needs of small businesses. This edition includes detailed discussions on planning for growth, managing limited resources, and preparing for succession. It also explores the arguments both for and against owning a small business, providing a balanced perspective for readers.
Author and Other Works
Mary Jane Byrd is the author of "Small Business Management: An Entrepreneur's Guidebook." While this is her primary work in the field, her expertise in small business management is evident in her ability to explain complex concepts clearly and practically. The book's pragmatic approach makes it an essential resource for anyone looking to start or manage a small business.
Key Features
- Practical Approach: The book offers a down-to-earth, how-to perspective on planning and organizing a small business.
- Real-World Examples: It includes numerous practical examples and applications from the business world.
- Optimizing Resources: The book explains how to achieve optimum benefits from the limited resources available to small firms.
- Growth and Succession Planning: It provides guidance on planning for growth and succession in a business.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781259538988
- eTextbook: Available through various e-book platforms (e.g., VitalSource, RedShelf, eCampus)
- Used Copies: Available through retailers like TextbookRush and CheapestTextbooks.com
Publication Details
- Publisher: McGraw Hill
- Publication Date: February 1, 2017
- Number of Pages: Varies by edition (typically around 400-500 pages)
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- 7th Edition: Available through McGraw Hill and other retailers
- eTextbook with VitalSource: ISBN-13: 9781259865589
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781259538988 (Hardcover)
- 9781259865589 (eTextbook with VitalSource)
- 9781260136461 (International Edition)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Small Business Management: An Entrepreneur's Guidebook," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
