The Personal MBA

Master the Art of Business

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Review: 'The Partnership Charter' by David Gage

Businesses that fail typically close due to one of three common reasons: (1) they go bankrupt; (2) it's not worth it - too much effort for too little reward; (3) irreconcilable differences between the founders or partners that own the business.

Even the most profitable business can close due to disputes between partners, but starting a business with one or more partners is extremely common. The Partnership Charter will show you how to set expectations with your partners before you have issues, making it easier to resolve them quickly and amicably.

The The Partnership Charter presents a plain-language, common-sense process for negotiating your business relationship with your partner(s). I've personally used the concepts in The Partnership Charter to negotiate my own partnerships, as well as coach several of my Personal MBA Coaching clients through tough issues with partners, with great success.

The Partnership Charter works - if you're already working with a partner or plan to work with someone in the future, read this book first.


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The Personal MBA

Master the Art of Business

A world-class business education in a single volume. Learn the universal principles behind every successful business, then use these ideas to make more money, get more done, and have more fun in your life and work.

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About Josh Kaufman

Josh Kaufman is an acclaimed business, learning, and skill acquisition expert. He is the author of two international bestsellers: The Personal MBA and The First 20 Hours. Josh's research and writing have helped millions of people worldwide learn the fundamentals of modern business.

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