Ms. Sinclair-Robinson is one smart lady you absolutely want to meet! Be sure to pick up this guide for your success in small business. The book is not just a guide for alternative funding – she touches base on everything a small business owner needs to know to compete in today’s economy.
As a third-time business owner, I wish I had this knowledge when I tried the first time. Section 1 helps you review the basics for getting started in business; the importance of cleaning up your credit; and the many myths associated with financing. Another very important topic covered is business planning and how you can use your business plan to accomplish your goals and stay on a successful track.
In Section 2, you will find advantages and disadvantages for every kind of financing available – both traditional and alternative. Many of these I was aware of but did not fully understand until I read this book. A few options were pleasant surprises I intend to exploit!
This is a must-have tool for any business owner – no matter the size. Thank you so much for publishing it!
Lisa A. Laxton
President of LaxtonConsulting.com
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Is anyone looking for funding for their small business? In today’s market it can be tough, but Karlene Sinclair-Robinson has done all the leg work and put together a powerful resource to get all the funding you need for your business. Check out this link, read the reviews on Amazon, and pick up a copy of her new book!
Chris Record,
Social Networker, Direct Sales Coach, & Real Estate Investor at ChrisRecord.com
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I’d been looking for a good resource to help get my small business off the ground, when I got The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Alternative Funding. This book literally has everything I could want. Karlene Sinclair-Robinson clearly did her homework, and her straight-forward, clear writing style have made this the most approachable resource I’ve found on starting and funding my small business.
For me, the most useful aspects of the book have been the following: the simplified breakdown of the advantages and disadvantages of different business entities (sole-proprietorship, LLC, etc.); information about whether or not you can qualify as a minority-owned business, and how to do so; a clear and concise breakdown of exactly what lenders look at when considering you for loans; guidance for writing a successful and usable business plan that can both help you obtain financing, and that can keep your business on the pathway to either large-scale or small-scale goals; an extensive list of alternative funding options — including the requirements, advantages and disadvantages of each.
I can’t rave enough about the organization of this book. It takes you from the point of your business’ creation, through the development of your business plan, the hiring of employees, and the obtainment of funding from both the usual sources and alternative sources — even if you have poor credit, and you haven’t been able to get financing in the past. Karlene included some very helpful appendices, such as a list of case-studies for real businesses that have used alternative funding, definitions of financial terminology and even a list of the most useful websites for small business owners. I highly recommend this book to every small business owner, whether you’re just starting out, or you’ve had a successful business for several years.
Jamie Gough,
Website Designer and Owner of SimpleSiteGuru.com
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Wow! What an incredible eye-opener! As someone who has started her own business (several times over) I wish I had this book 10 years ago!! What creative and incredibly useful information on how to get funding for your business! Whether it be home-based or if you have 100+ employees, you will find much wisdom and an incredible array of knowledge and sources of information for how to get the right backing for your biz.
Karlene speaks in simple, clear terms that anyone can understand, even the most financially phobic people can relate to! This book will no doubt be helping thousands of young businesses not only survive, but thrive even in this tepid economic climate. 5 stars to the queen of business financing!
Sally Shields,
Bestselling Author of “The Daughter-in-Law Rules” and The Collaborator Rules”
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Usually when one is faced with a problem they may say that there is only one way to solve it. That is the default way, the regular way, the vetted way to solve that issue. However, we may spend ample time hitting our heads against the wall when that default solution doesn’t work time and time again. This book provides many alternatives that are solid to getting funding for small businesses that are effective and can free your mind from worrying that you are dependent only on one solution.
Puyan Dadvar…
Washington, DC
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The Small Business Owner’s Guide To Alternative Funding is a clearly written, comprehensive guide that any business in need of funding would benefit from. This book will stimulate your creativity and provide you with all the necessary tools to acquire the money needed to move your business forward. Highly recommended!
Dr. Joe Rubino, Author
CEO at The Center for Personal Reinvention
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This book is well researched and written by someone who is obviously an expert in this field. For small businesses to survive, they need options for competitive funding. Banks do not always come through for the small business owners. This information cannot easily be accessed so it is very good that Karlene has put it all together for easy access.
I have read this book and was amazed by the amount of valuable information it contains. Who knew that such resources even existed. I highly recommend anyone one who owns a small business or is planning to start one invest in this excellent book.
Memory Chambati -
Author of Internet Marketing 101: It Just Makes Sense! …USA
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There’s more than one way to get going. “The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Alternative Funding: What the Small Business Owner Must Know to Get Through These Financial Times” is a guide to lesser known ways of getting the funding for one’s business. Venture capital, raising your own money, small loans from banks, playing real estate, and more, Karlene Sinclair-Robinson gives readers plenty of ideas to get their money flowing. “The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Alternative Funding” is a choice and very highly recommended pick that shouldn’t be missed.
Willis M. Buhle
Midwest Book Review
Oregon, WI
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A prospective business owner needs a mindset or state-of-mind to open a new business with vision, drive, an opportunity seizing orientation and timeliness for the new idea. Following these steps, the entrepreneur needs to address credit/financing, cash-flow, capital, capacity, collateral, commitment and personal trust.
The acquisition of this book would be extremely helpful for anyone starting a new business for the first time. The presentation reviews key milestones in the process together with the mindset needed by entrepreneurs to move the process forward.
Dr. Joseph S. Maresca CPA, CISA
Bronxville, New York USA
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“Due to past financial mistakes, do you think it is impossible to obtain funding to own your own business? GOOD NEWS…. Karlene’s book shows you how to find money for your business without using a bank loan. She identifies the secret to financial solutions funding for small business, women-own business, non-profit organizations, minority business, and much more…
Therefore, do not look any further Karlene’s book provides all you need to know to obtain funding for your business despite your credit or financial situations. Her book is a ONE STOP SHOP….”
Julwel Kenney,
Author of “Goals and Proven Strategies for Success”
(co-authored with Les Brown, Steve Covey, and Dr. John Jay)
http://www.jkpartners.org
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“Today’s economic survival is not only dictated by the quality of your business, but by the quality of your financing. Every small business owner should read this book – it can make the difference between having a good business and a growing one.”
Fred Rewey
Co-Founder of FactoringInvestor.com
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“I’ve been in business financing for 20 years and even I learned some things from Karlene’s book. It’s an easy, concise read that I would recommend to all entrepreneurs. Karlene is the new Queen of business financing!”
Kevin S. Clark, “Mr. Big Mortgage”
Managing Member, Clark Capital Group, LLC, NJ
www.HardMoneyCentral.com
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“In these tough economic times of “tight credit”, Karlene has delivered an answer for those struggling with the common problem of how to access capital for their business. Soak in from her this advice, this counsel, this plan. Take it back with you and implement it.”
Bill Bartmann
Billionaire Business Coach
WWW.billbartmann.com
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“Karlene Sinclair-Robinson has written a brilliant, comprehensive guide that will assist all business owners whether first time or seasoned, on how to find and attract alternative financing. In today’s challenging economic times, all business owners deserve to own this book.”
Jeffery Combs, President & CEO,
Golden Mastermind Seminars, Inc., CA
www.goldenmastermind.com
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“I have reviewed the book and I like it very much. It is very informative and educational for all walks of life. I feel it is long over due and hope it reaches all the people in need of this information.”
Damien W. Madison
BB&T Bank (Branch Banking and Trust Company), VA
www.bbt.com
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“Karlene, What a great read, outstanding job! Your unique approach, information packed publication really does a great job in explaining the alternative financing solutions that are available to the business owner. During this credit crisis, economic meltdown your book is a must read for the business owner that is seeking to access capital. I strongly endorse your publication.”
Michael Ponomarew, Managing Director
Millennium Funding Inc. A Canfield Capital LLC Company, NY
www.millenniumfunding.com
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“A must read for anyone in business, about to be in business or struggling in business. Karlene’s straightforward approach to “teaching” the business owner the ins and outs of lending are an invaluable tool for anyone looking to improve their company in today’s rocky financial environment.
This book should be a must read for all commercial brokers that are soliciting business for alternative lenders.”
Jeff Latham, Business Development Officer
Porter Bridge Loan Company, AL
www.porterbridgeloan.com
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“Business owners would do well to invest their time in reading this book. I particularly like the section on myths and misconceptions which addresses the many mistaken beliefs and misunderstandings surrounding small business lending. A good resource offering sound, practical advice on where to find alternative financing.”
Pauline Leitch, Director
Business Finance Center, Community Business Partnership, VA
http://www.cbponline.org
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“Anyone planning to start a business and looking for financing would be well advised to read this book and take its messages to heart. It’s choc-full of truisms and sound advice and written in an engaging, down-to-earth style that anyone can easily understand and relate to. A great read on a very pertinent subject!”
Ralf Bieler, Author of “Marketing Magic – The Bigger Bang for the Smaller Budget”
Principal & CEO at Multiple Funding Solutions, Inc., FL
www.multiplefundingsolutions.com
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“Ever so often in an age overwhelmed with information and “how to books”, a resourceful individual will come out of no where and take what is difficult and simplify it in such a way that ordinary people are empowered to do extraordinary things. Karlene is such an individual.
This resource guide has been well thought out and prepared making it truly “lay-friendly for all readers”. I recommend it wholeheartedly to all pastors, religious leaders and educators as a tool to broaden their faith community’s understanding and knowledge of what it means to be a good steward.”
Dr. Darrell K. White, Pastor
Bethlehem Baptist Church, Alexandria, VA
http://www.bethlehemofalexandria.org
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“Your topic is a very timely one. With the state of our nation’s economy, people are starting their own business more frequently and are in need of alternative funding. You offer your reader a wealth of knowledge. I have to tell you that even with the serious nature of your subject matter, I really enjoyed your approach and outlook. You do a nice job of expressing your ideas through a narrative voice that is both very familiar and friendly.
Your book is nicely put together and filled with information I am sure many people will find interesting and thought-provoking. It is obvious that you have done your homework and put much thought and preparation into your work. I am certain your work will be well received by a wide audience. Your book is well written.”
Lisa Conner, Manuscript Review Team
Outskirts Press, Inc., Parker, CO
http://outskirtspress.com
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