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Summary: Working on your business, Not in it.
Review: As a young entrepreneur with no formal business training, I believe I can take my business to a whole new level... making more money, in less time, with less energy spent. It's exciting to learn that I don't have to do it all. It's exciting to learn that my business is there to serve me, not vice versa. This book teaches anyone how to turn a business into a systems dependent company that runs itself. If you can get passed Gerbers new age subtleties, and feely-touchy injections, you'll only have to condense the book by about 20%. Any book with 80% of hard core information deserves 5 stars in my opinion.
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Summary: My first book ever wrote
Review: The first book I've ever wrote in my life. The only thing I can say is "we whant more"
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Summary: Very insightful. Makes you feel like someone understands!
Review: I found the author was very much aware of the problems of a small business person who was looking for a way to control and plan for growth. The initial chapters established a lot of credibility for the author. The Business Development Program outlines were very informative. The only criticism I have is that the author should have stuck with one model company example vs the 3 or 4 he chose. Also I was kind of turned off by the "feel good" chapters (12 and 19)on Your Primary Aim and A Letter to Sarah.
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Summary: Excellent Business Methodology, Poor Religion
Review: Mr Gerber's Book provides excellent perspective in helping the small business owner grasp business mgmt skills. His E/M/T breakdown is right on. His illustrative "all about Pies" Scenario makes for easy application of stated systems application. However he loses me when he implies that this is the cure for all-mankinds woes. The E-Myth cannot changes peoples hearts, cure disease or end war. A new world order will come, not from E-Myth, but from God's Kingdom.
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Summary: Interesting book if you are considering a new business...
Review: I found Gerber's premise that a business should be organized and run like a franchise very interesting. However, I don't think this is possible in every case. Gerber wants the owner to reduce every aspect of his business to a system--one that even a high school student could understand. This is fine for McDonalds where every transaction is repetitive, but what kind of system is possible in a business that doesn't rely on repeat customers and/or where every transaction is somewhat different? IMO, the real value of The Emyth is for people who are considering starting a business--it may give them a different perspective about what is in store for them as a business owner. For an established business I don't see a lot of practical or useful information.
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Summary: Some very good, some horrible...
Review: I have very mixed emotions about this book. The Technicial/Manager/Entrepreneur construct is useful for understanding the owner's interaction with the business, and should be must reading for new business owners. So, too, is the advice about defining one's own objectives in starting a business, and casting the evolution of the business to achieve those personal objectives. HOWEVER, he completely loses my vote when it comes to the rigid definition of business operation in the form of a "franchise" model. In a rapidly evolving marketplace, such an attempt is anti-Darwinian, and Darwin usually prevails. Read the first part of the book, by all means, then shelve it.
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Summary: Read the book, change your life!
Review: This book came to me highly recommended, When I read it I kicked myself for not picking it up sooner. The book told me how to set up a business to be happy & make money. I thought thats great but I couldn't apply it to my business. Then, I finished the book, that's when it all came together, how I could apply it, what changes to make, what direction to go! It has been a tremendous help, BUY & READ this book!
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Summary: the "franchise" concept for setting up a business is key
Review: This book really caused me to think about my business a different way. It will also help me on the next one!
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Summary: A very logical & practical planning & operating theory.
Review: Michael E. Gerber separates the "business" from the "owner." He spells out the components - Technician, Manager, Entrepreneur - and after recognizing yourself in all three you're on the right track.
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Summary: RUN & GET THIS BOOK TODAY SAYS AUTHOR LINDA CHANDLER . . .
Review: Michael E. Gerber has done it again! He is written a powerful book that is a critical tool for all business owners. Do yourself a favor and get this book today! You will be glad you did. --LINDA CHANDLER, Author of "WINNING STRATEGIES FOR CAPITAL FORMATION" (Secrets of Funding Startups and Emerging Growth Companies Without Losing Control of Your Idea, Project or Company)
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