More than half of all small businesses fail within the
first five years. Starting and running a small business
is hard work, and many entrepreneurs feel they
must do whatever it takes to succeed, at the
expense of their family, friends, and health. Yet, if
done correctly, small-business ownership can—and
should—balance profitable operations with personal
fulfillment. According to author Tom Salonek—
founder and CEO of Intertech, a Minnesota-based
technology consulting and training firm—this
balance is actually the secret to success.
Salonek believes that your business should "give life,
not take it," a philosophy that has helped him grow
his own venture every year since its inception in
1991. In The 100, Salonek shares his secrets to
business success in the form of 100 concise, nutsand-
bolts lessons for achieving the ideal work-life
balance for maximum success.
The 100 is a handy, inspiring addition to any
business manager’s home library.