Plan or Be Planned with Business Builder Ellen Rohr

When her husband’s business partner died unexpectedly, Ellen quickly learned to be a business builder. Ellen learned how to address cash flow and business issues. She went on to launch a venture capital and consulting company!

Ellen Rohr started Bare Bones Biz- a venture capital and consulting company - in 1995, to help folks of all ages turn their big ideas into successful businesses. As president of Benjamin Franklin, The Punctual Plumber, a home service company, she helped the company grow from zero to $40 million in franchise sales, 47 locations, in less than 2 years. Ellen’s the author of four books – including The Weekend Biz Plan and Where Did the Money Go? – accounting basics for the business owner who wants to get profitable.  She’s a columnist for PHC News, Business Journals, and lots of trade magazines– providing "in the trenches" insight that business owners can relate to.  

Topics covered on this show – just a taste:
1)    Creating a powerful business plan – you don’t have to, but you’ll want to after this show;
2)    Building your starter business plan in 48 hours. It’s easy – learn how;
3)    Figuring our if your idea is a money maker or debt creator – watch out;
4)    Selling your family and friends on supporting your business idea;
5)    How to start a business and have your boss pay you to do so!