<h2>500 businesses you can start!</h2> <p><b>The time to start your own business is now!</b> Whether you're a previously employed manager seeking new opportunities and greater job satisfaction, starting up a home-based business, re-entering the job market, or just looking to earn some extra cash on the side, this book helps you discover the business that's just right for you.</p> <p>This detailed reference provides more than 500 different business opportunities to choose from. Each entry features:<ul> <li>A description of the business</li> <li>Start-up and hidden costs</li> <li>Potential earnings</li> <il>Qualifications and equipment needed</li> <li>Marketing and advertising tips for the best results</li></ul> In addition, this book contains critical advice on:<ul> <li>Creating a business plan</li> <li>Survival strategies</li> <li>Legal considerations</li> <li>Long-term growth strategies</li></ul> No matter what your criteria?start-up costs, skill sets, professional and personal interests?the <i>Adams Businesses You Can Start Almanac, 2nd Edition</i> prepares you to take the most exciting step of your career?being your own boss!</p>