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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Introduction

Chapter 1

Take Charge of Your Life:

Assuming Responsibility for the Decisions You Make

Chapter 2

Follow Your Passion:

Using Your Unique Gifts for a Joy-Filled Life

Chapter 3

Learn From Your Mistakes:

Mid-Stream Adjustments Often Lead to Success

Chapter 4

Don’t Expect a Free Lunch:

Bootstrapping, Angels and Other Creative Methods versus Loans and Financing

Chapter 5

Earn a Good Reputation:

Partnering with Customers, Vendors and Workers

Chapter 6

Know Your Risks:

Keep from Putting Yourself in Jeopardy

Chapter 7

Live a Balanced Life:

Handling Stress is Key to Your Happiness and Well-being

Chapter 8

Surround Yourself with Talent:

Hire the Best and They’ll Do the Rest

Questions and Answers

Addendum

About the Author