<DIV><B> A bulletproof, step-by-step plan for turning your business brainstorm into a money-making reality </B><BR><BR> At age fifty-two , after years of working her way up the corporate ladder, Clara Villarosa found herself out of a job. But she didn't let that get her down. Instead, she put her gifts to the test and started her own business, which became one of the country's best-known independent specialty bookstores-The Hue- Man Bookstore. Now, twenty years and two successful stores later, Clara is a highly sought-after business coach and expert in the industry.<br><BR> <I>Down to Business</I> expands on Villarosa's proven "First 10 Steps to Entrepreneurship for Women" to offer women everywhere a targeted plan to help them launch the small business of their dreams. This book includes advice on:<BR><BR> ?How to develop realistic business ideas by researching the industry<br><BR> ?Analyzing a competitor's marketing approach and attracting your ideal customer<br><BR> ? Accumulating the start-up funds you need, from recruiting investors to using loans wisely<br><BR> ?Scouting the ideal location<br><BR> ? Creating a sound business plan-and beyond-with a simple, step-by-step strategy<br><BR> Packed with stories of businesswomen at all stages of the game-from a beer connoisseur-turned-brewer to an avid reader-turned-literary agent-Villarosa brings together inspiring, real-life stories with her award-winning business savvy. Encouraging and empowering, <I>Down to Business</I> will get you motivated to dust off your dream and get your plan into action.<BR><BR></DIV>