CHAPTER 2

Is This Option Right for You?

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing

—Walt Disney

Becoming an entrepreneur is very much in the mainstream; however, that is not to say it is all straightforward and easy. While it is very empowering to be your own boss and can be very rewarding, there are many other factors to consider and understand. So, it is vital to do your research and make an informed decision before taking the plunge and starting your own business.

There are potentially massive rewards and opportunities that come from starting your own business, but there are a lot of practicalities and realities to it as well. In all honesty, it is a matter of weighing up the benefits and risks and making a clear and informed ...

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