Harper Business
Well-positioned to be the next Michael Gerber, George Cloutier offers tough love for entrepreneurs and a controversial message that’s perfect for these tough economic times: profits aren’t everything; they’re the ONLY thing
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- HarperBusiness
- Carton Qty: 52
- Selling Territory: W
- 40,000
- Subsidiary Rights: First Serial, UK, Translation, Audio: Harper; Dramatic: Carol Mann Agency
- PUBLISHING HISTORY
- Harper Business
(hc) 9780061832857
- On Sale: 9/15/2009
- Business
- Tr 9780061832857 $24.99 ($32.99)
- 192 pages; 5 1/2 x 8 1/4
- Cloutier is the next big small-business guru: Dubbed the “Turnaround Ace” by Business Week and Entrepreneur of the Year by The United States Conference of Mayors, Cloutier has helped thousands of entreprenuers keep and grow their businesses.
- Well-oiled marketing machine will ensure this book reaches small business owners across the country: Cloutier’s marketing platform includes direct access to thousands of small business owners through mailing lists and professional organizations, including The United States Conference of Mayors. His 7000+ past clients are poised to help spread the word through their own businesses and networks.
Marketing Campaign
• National Broadcast and Print Campaign
• 25 City National Radio Campaign
• Cross-Promotion with Author Platform and Corporate Outreach
• Online Advertising
• Blog Outreach
• E-blast to American Management Services List
• Authors on Air Program
• Sneak Peek Program
Photo Credit: Lucien Capehart
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"This slim but forceful debut by turnaround management expert Cloutier serves as a wakeup call for small business owners who have been hit hard by the recession. Cloutier's book is loaded with valuable advice on how to get back on track and stay in the black in any economic environment."
- Publishers Weekly
"If your business is not achieving its full profit potential, George Cloutier will force you to face the hard truths. This book can turn your business around-IF you have the guts to follow it. Cloutier will show you no mercy with his tough hitting questions and no holds barred action steps. Profits Aren't Everything, They're the Only Thing is THE business owners' wake-up call."
- John Resnick, creator and host, "Legends of Success with John Resnick"
"Wow! George Cloutier's new book with its 15 profit rules knocks it out of the park! We have worked with American Management Services for several years and have followed almost every one of his profit rules. Since working with George and American Management, our sales have TRIPLED to a healthy eight figures and our profits have SKY-ROCKETED exceeding our wildest expectations. Read this book or lose real money!"
- Bill Gorman, owner and CEO, Gorman Enterprises
"Profits Aren't Everything, They're the Only Thing is a pragmatic book that will give you insight to the triggers that can accelerate your business' performance. The book is a quick read that goes straight to tackling the biggest business challenges facing entrepreneurs and small business owners. At the conclusion of each chapter, the reader will find a "Flash Report" that can be used as a quick reference to ensure you've captured the most critical information. This book is a must read for aspiring entrepreneurs and struggling business owners who want to grow a successful enterprise!"
- René Street, executive director, American Business Women's Association
"Packed with client examples and a no-nonsense attitude. Many of his regulations will amaze, shock, and awe small-business owners... Harsh ways to work? Yes, yet all his principles are founded on a success that's hard to argue with."
- Booklist