Better Business, 5/e

Objective 5-1 Small Business: The Mainstream of the American Economy

1. Describe the role and structure of small business within the American economy.

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Allison Juarez thought she was set for life. Right after college she joined a large, secure company; she received a regular paycheck, had a 401(k) plan, and had already been promoted twice. Still, she felt something was missing. She fantasized about owning her own business, making her own decisions, having some flexibility in her schedule, and hopefully not having someone ...