For those who are just beginning to consider starting a venture or want to take their organization to the next level, this book offers advice on what works and what doesn't.Like many business owners, Susan-Urquhart Brown never expected to end up as an entrepreneur. Launching her own business spoke to her passions, but she soon realized there was much more to being a successful owner than she ever expected.In The Accidental Entrepreneur, she takes all the mystery out of going solo. With hard-won wisdom and empathy, she shows you: the 8 questions everyone should ask up frontthe top 10 traits of the successful entrepreneurhow to obtain a license and sellers permitthe best way to create a business plan10 simple ways to get referralsthe 6 secrets of marketing a businesssmart tips for investing and financeways to avoid burnouthow to avoid the 7 biggest pitfalls in businessStarting one's own business should be exciting, not scary. The Accidental Entrepreneur shows you how to create a successful and fulfilling venture they can be proud of.