Common Sense Business for Kids

What does it take to be successful in business? Anthony Maybury used to think that in order to be successful in business one must know how to put complex theories into practice. He thought that success required knowledge of advanced mathematics, inventory management equations, and whiz-bang marketing techniques. But, he made some interesting discoveries. He came to realize that the greatest contributor to his business success was found in life experiences, not textbooks. Mr. Maybury said his business strategy was just ""plain old common sense."" But, through years observing others in the business world, he realized that his common sense business strategy was not so common after all. In Common Sense Business for Kids, Anthony Maybury shares these discoveries with readers.



Common Sense Business for Kids is a collaboration between Kathryn Daniels and Anthony Maybury, author of the ""Uncle Eric"" series on ecomomics, to benefit and encourage young people interested in entering the business world. Using practical judgment derived from experience rather than study, and providing real-world examples, Anthony Maybury explains common sense realities behind basic business principles, including: fixed and variable costs, market potential, research, price strategies, inventory management, salesmanship, and management techniques. He discusses characteristics needed to be a successful entrepreneur, manager, or employee.



""I hope the 'common sense' I share with you will be beneficial as you embark on your own career, that it helps you appreciate the value in being aware, of looking at things from multiple perspectives, and of being ready to adapt. I hope you see that even though success in business may seem complicated, it's really just 'common sense.' ""Anthony Maybury



TABLE OF CONTENTS


1. Business: It's All About Common Sense

2. The Biggest Cause of Business Failure

3. Operating Costs: There is More to Business Than What You Pay for the Product

4. Market Potential: Two Isn't Always Better Than One

5. More About Markets: The Perfect Fit

6. Research, Research, and More Research

7. How Much Does It Cost?

8. Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Basket

9. Change With the Times

10. Needs Versus Wants

11. Business is Hands-On

12. Inventory

13. The Employee, the Employer, and the Entrepreneur

14. Salesmanship

15. Deciding Which Business to Go Into

16. The Other Stuff You Need to Know

17. There is No ""Final Answer""

Index

64 pages, 8.5 x 5.5