Businesses Don't Fail They Commit Suicide

Understanding the Causes of Business Failure

        Most businesses fail, not due to external forces, but because their success brings unfamiliar problems that leaders and managers do not know how to solve.
        Many businesses fail because they don’t know how to handle the problems that come with success. In this book, Larry Mandelberg explains how to avoid this and build a strong, successful business that lasts.

        The book covers the following topics:
             -The three main reasons why businesses fail
             -Eight signs that show if a businesses sustainable
             -How to identify the real causes of problems, not just the symptoms
             -The reasons why businesses fail at each stage of growth
             -How to prevent failure before it happens

        The book is based on over 40 years of experience and interviews with over 250 business leaders. It includes real-life stories to illustrate the points made.
        This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to build a successful business that lasts and achieves its long-term goals.

Endorsements

“Mandelberg’s insights are time-tested and engaging...concisely packaged expertise for immediate application in any business.”
                                      -Jeffery Dern, president and CEO, PRIDE Industries

“If you are starting a business or currently managing a business, put this book on your required reading list. From start-up to maturity, it covers all the needs for building a successful business including sales, finance, marketing and human resources.”
                                     -Galen Klokkevold, President, Interstate Plastics (retired)

“I have had the luxury of Larry’s guidance in the growth of my business for the last 30 years and benefited greatly. I only wish I had access to the accumulated wisdom in this book on day one.”
                                     -Douglas Worth, Partner, Chairman, WORTHGROUP Architects

 

 

-- Larry Mandelberg