A comprehensive step by step guide for the entrepreneur to help them go through the process of starting and running a small business. It is based upon working with and solving problems for over 300 clients as a business counselor for SCORE (Service Corps for Retired Executives)in Fairfield County Connecitcut. This book is a must for any person attempting to start a business as it will take them through the steps of organization, financing, pricing, marketing and sales for their new venture. By following the guidelines of this book, an entrepreneur can be sure to cover all the important steps to get their business off on the right foot. The author, Tom Greenbaum, has written five other successful business books, the most recent being The Consultant"s Manual,a Complete Guide to Building a Successful Consulting Practice.