
Angels and Entrepreneurs
A Lifestyle Formula for Starting Your Own Business and Riding the Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship
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Bob Schlegel
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Get inspired to start your own successful business!
Bob Schlegel grew up on a struggling family farm, and like his entrepreneurial father, he took charge of his destiny by starting his own businesses - often more than one at a time. He and his wife Myrna partnered together in their early endeavors and raised a family of entrepreneurs. Their diverse startups included a chain of 15 superior nursing and retirement centers, as well as the nation's leading manufacturer of paving stones and landscaping materials. Though they faced substantial challenges and even near-bankruptcy, they persevered and built highly profitable enterprises with the help of "angels" - both earthly and heavenly. Bob shares his experiences - his failures as well as his successes - with the goal of inspiring others to start their own businesses.
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- Jason B.
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Must listen for entrepreneurs of all levels
Must listen for entrepreneurs of all levels. Bob gives key concepts that are applicable for startups or eight and nine figure revenue businesses.
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