Whether you're newly unemployed, looking for a side hustle, or want to turn your dream business idea into reality, you can follow your passion and become a successful business owner! Melinda Emerson is here to help with this practical month-by-month guide to getting your business off the ground. In this updated edition, you'll learn brand-new strategies for social media techniques, customer engagement, building your brand, selling online, and more. Inside, you'll find the timetable and steps you need to take to become a successful CEO of your own venture, including: Month 1: develop a life plan, Month 3: Create your business model, Month 5: Develop your website, Month 9: Set up customer service systems, Month 11: Call on your network to spread news of your launch, You supply the energy, an idea, and elbow grease-and Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months, Revised and Expanded will supply the steps you need to take. Book jacket.