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Don't Buy this Book

Entrepreneurship for Creative People
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Don't Buy this Book by Anne de Bruijn and Donald Roos delves into the intricacies of time management and productivity, specifically for creative professionals. The authors present unconventional ideas and practical strategies to help individuals break free from traditional productivity traps. By exploring the balance between work and creativity, this engaging read encourages readers to reevaluate their priorities and approach to personal and professional growth.
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You might enjoy this book if you're searching for unconventional advice in the realms of business and entrepreneurship. It offers a fresh perspective on traditional business principles, challenging readers to think outside the box and push the boundaries of conventional wisdom. Perfect for those who appreciate innovative strategies and desire to approach their entrepreneurial journey with a unique mindset.

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Don’t Buy This Book is the sequel to the highly successful Don’t Read This Book – Time Management for Creative People. Like its predecessor, it uses the ToDon’tList method to help you make the right choices – choices that help you achieve your goals as a creative entrepreneur.

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The sequel to the highly successful Don't Read This Book - Time Management for Creative People.

Like its predecessor, it uses the "To Don't List" method to help you make the right choices—choices that help you achieve your goals as a creative entrepreneur.

Don't Buy This Book walks through the necessary steps: testing your idea, getting it ready for business, and building on it. It covers everything you need to get started or improve your business as a creative and offers practical exercises to clarify who you want to be as an entrepreneur.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9789063695378

Publisher: BIS Publishers B.V.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 February 2020

Country: Netherlands

Imprint: BIS Publishers B.V.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 145.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Donald Roos is an independent typographic and creative entrepreneur. He creates movie titles for feature films and helps startups with concept and UI/UX designs for apps and tools. He regularly sets up new projects because he loves to execute fresh ideas. His biggest problem: too much to do and too little time. That's why he came up with the To Don't List methods. Anne de Bruijn is a copywriter, editor and producer. She creates audio guides, videos, and other content for internationally known museums as well as corporate organisations. She regularly helps new freelancers and entrepreneurs get started. Anne also has a keen interest in languages and cultural diversity. She previously co-wrote "Don't Read This Book"

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