Yasmin Tirado-Chiodini

The United States offers the freedom and opportunity to find success through business ownership. This is an opportunity that millions of people around the world strive for but cannot attain. If you could enjoy this privilege, why not do it well from the beginning?

Value: This book is a tool to calibrate your business compass. It highlights important legal and ethical norms as key components of a successful business strategy in the United States. The well-structured content is relevant to start-ups, as well as established businesses. The reading is a valuable resource for entrepreneurs new to the United States, who must adapt not only to a new culture, but also to new laws and a different business environment. The information provided is geared to help identify and eliminate business vulnerabilities and mitigate risks.

Topics: The book topics include business entity formation, permits and licenses, business planning, marketing, business and information protection (non-compete, confidentiality agreements, etc.), contracts, franchising, intellectual property (copyrights, trademarks, patents, etc.), business financing, exit strategies, among others subjects.

Scope of Laws and Regulations: In addition to Federal laws that apply across the United States, the book discusses laws and regulations applicable to Florida businesses. The author also provides references with links to additional information and organizations that offer business assistance.

One of the wisest strategic decisions that business owners could undertake is to calibrate their business compass by following legal and ethical norms. This responsibility lies in the hands of the business owner. Does your compass work?