Profits Aren't Everything, They're the Only Thing: No-nonsense Advice from the Ultimate Contrarian and Small Business Guru

Overview

Now more than ever, business owners need a reality check. As we see the economy flattening and businesses struggling to stay afloat, Profits aren't Everything, They're the only Thing is a wakeup call to get your business fundamentals in order. George Cloutier reveals 13 no-nonsense, tough-love maxims that small businesspeople may not want to hear at first, but will thank him for in the end. Among his controversial (yet proven!) ideas: forget teamwork; micromanage like crazy; pay raises are over; fear is the best motivator; and, if your business fails during a recession, it's your fault. His contrarian message, regular media appearances, thriving business, and growing speaking and consulting platform should help the book sell strong out the gate. And despite his in-your-face message, Cloutier is a charming figure who's earned the right to give such candid advice through years of hard work and tremendous success with his own small business.

Full Product Details

Author:   George Cloutier
Publisher:   HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Imprint:   Collins Business
Dimensions:   Width: 14.00cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 21.00cm
Weight:   0.290kg
ISBN:  

9780061832857

ISBN 10:   0061832855
Pages:   208
Publication Date:   01 October 2009
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock at warehouse  
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Packed with client examples and a no-nonsense attitude. Many of his regulations will amaze, shock, and awe small-business owners... Harsh ways to work? Yes, yet all his principles are founded on a success that's hard to argue with. -- Booklist

George Cloutier's new book is based on his experience with thousands of small businesses in hundreds of industries. It is a candid, tell it as it really is, hard-hitting book... A must read for all small and midsized business owners. --Tom Cochran, CEO and executive director, The United States Conference of Mayors

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