Main Street Survival Guide for Small Businesses:

Sam Burlum's "Main Street Survival Guide for Small Businesses," addresses the threats that plague a small businesses ability to succeed, and how to grow your business within the ever changing Main Street USA local economy. This book combines real world experience backed by research. Forewords by Ron Ball, Patricia Singer, and Beverly White; Authored by Samuel K. Burlum. This book is not another self-help personal development book, nor is it another book on how to get motivated about your business. It's about knowing the score related to your small business enterprise; providing you the tools on how to handle some of the toughest small business challenges; helping your business become more sustainable and profitable. So you want to own your own business? Or maybe you are an inspiring entrepreneur? What if you are an established small business owner who is looking to reinvent their image or gain a strategic market advantage Then, Sam Burlum's "Main Street Survival Guide for Small Businesses," is the MUST HAVE guide in assisting you to outlast, out maneuver, and outwit the ever changing threats and economic climate conditions of Main Street USA. Here are a few small business facts: FACT: Only 1/3rd of all new businesses from start-up live long enough to see their 10th Anniversary FACT: Small businesses are responsible for 60% of job creation in the last 10 years FACT: Over 150 million people are employed by small businesses It is that important that your business survive and is a success! It does matter how successful your small business becomes. Not only is your family counting on you, but so is your community, country, and the economy. In this book, not only will you be given the amor you need to survive the changing landscape of your local community, you will be provided the tools that will give your business a chance to win where other businesses fail. This book was written with your small business success in mind. Coming from a small business background, and as a career entrepreneur, Samuel K. Burlum, understands the many obstacles that can undermine a business owner's efforts. He also knows methods and practices that can make all the difference between being just another business to becoming a beacon of why a business on Main Street works. In this book you will learn: How to protect your business from commonly made mistakes How to handle business adversity and challenges How to find funding for your new or expanding business How to properly convey your business's message to potential consumers How to plan your business strategy for long term How to build strategic business partnerships and alliances How to establish policies and procedures for business operations Ron Ball, World Renowned and Recognized Public Speaker and Author, Corporate Trainer, and Host of the TV show "Choose Greatness," provides insight to "Main Street Survival Guide for Small Businesses," "So many business books are filled with fluff and dominated by theory. Samuel K. Burlum does everyone a favor by explaining how entrepreneurial success actually happens. He then pulls back the curtain and shows you how to build a successful business. In my success seminars I have delivered these principles to over 8 million people in 24 countries. Samuel K. Burlum lives these principles." -Ron Ball

About the Author :
Samuel K. Burlum is a career entrepreneur, author and investigative reporter, who's career dates back to 1992 when he founded his first business. Burlum's area of expertise has been within the green industry, including green technology, green related consumer products, and public policy relating to environmental concerns. Mr. Burlum holds an Associate's Degree in Applied Sciences, having majored in Business Management while attending Berkeley College, Woodland Park, New Jersey. Currently Mr. Burlum is the CEO and President of Extreme Energy Solutions, Inc., a green tech company which brings to the market green, eco-friendly consumer products and emissions reduction technology for the automotive and transportation industry. Burlum is a consultant for small to medium businesses, specializing in providing them guidance and expertise in the areas of strategic business planning, business development, supply chain management, and systems integration. He is also the author of The Green Lane, which is the compilation of syndicated articles and a column that reports on public policy debates and concerns focusing on small business and environmental justice. His contributions to public policy include formally testifying at hearings related to air and water quality. Mr. Burlum also provided content for consideration with regards to new legislation dealing with environmental compliance, small business research and development, technology, and tax code reform. Burlum has been recognized by the World Green Energy Symposium, being awarded the 2013 NOVA Award on behalf of Extreme Energy Solutions, for their contributions in the field of green technology; addressing the issue of toxic harmful vehicle emissions while increasing engine efficiency. He also was recognized by the People of Distinction Humanitarian Foundation and named as one of their 2014 Unsung Hero Award recipients by the foundation. The Passaic Valley FOP 181 also recognized Burlum and his company in the field of environmentally friendly products and services, naming his business Company of the Year in 2013, 2015, and 2016; while also naming Burlum a leader in the community. He has been featured on media venues such as Today in America with Terry Bradshaw, and Cablevision's Neighborhood Journal, as well as in Natural Awakenings Magazine. Samuel Burlum currently resides in scenic Sussex County, New Jersey, not far from his home town of West Milford, New Jersey. For more information, you can reach Mr. Burlum by visiting his website at www.SamBurlum.com

Review :
"So Many business books are filled with fluff and dominated by theory. Samuel K. Burlum does everyone a favor by explaining how entrepreneurial success actually happens. Burlum then pulls back the curtain and shows you how to build a successful business. I have been privileged to work with several thousand high performance business owners and have observed their special skills. In my success seminars I have delivered these principles to over 8 million people in 24 countries. Samuel K. Burlum lives these principles. Samuel K. Burlum provides YOUR opportunity to fast track your business. Seize it!" - Ron Ball, World Renowned and Recognized Public Speaker, Author, Executive Trainer, and Host of the television series, "Choose Greatness." As a small business owner, a professional business consultant that derives from a "big five" background, and someone who personally knows the author of this book, I have even seen large corporations neglect areas of business that are crucial in assuring long term business legacy. It is refreshing to see this author provide expressions and wisdom herein related to long term planning. As the small business owner begins their journey, they are assured of knowing where they can end up. Samuel K. Burlum offers in these twenty-two chapters, words of wisdom, theories that have been proven in practice. This book serves as a real road map of areas of business competency that are fundimental for any small business application," - Beverly White, President, BKW Transformations Group Inc., a Women Owned Business Entreprise and Minority Owned Business Enterprise "The steps that this book brings you; from your business idea to planning your legacy, will help you through the ups and downs as well as the triumphs and tears. I have had first hand experience, being a business owner is not for the faint of heart. Early on, my business experienced a major disruption, which forced me to start all over again. I asked myself, "What would I do?" "Do I give up?" "Do I start over?" Samuel K. Burlum provides insight on how to handle such business challenges whether you are a new or existing business. Thanks to this author, who is a huge proponent and believer in Main Street USA, and a supporter of small businesses, I am enjoying the life of a small business owner. I encourage you to learn how to survive the ever changing trends on Main Street," - Patricia Singer, President, Follow Me Social Media; Board Member of Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce (NJ); & Social Media Expert on News Talk Radio WOR710 and iHeartRadio Program, "Change Your Attitude/Change Your Life."