To Alichen (Rachel) and Benno (Benjamin) Shetzen, the best parents in the world and my best friends, who always believed in me and my dream, and to my one and only son Alex Shetzen.

To Dr. Bruce A. Samuelson, Dr. Richard E. Gunther, Dr. Charles W. Fojtik, Dr. Naomi Berger Davidson, Bernard May, Vivek Jain, Amit Dey, Shirley J. Sunn, and Erroll A. Booker who worked so hard to make this program for entrepreneurs and small business owners a reality!

To all our families who always provided their unconditional love and support.

To all our associates, clients, and students who made us realize that there is no substitute for knowledge and experience in successful entrepreneurship!

To all of you who wish to improve your entrepreneurial skills and find better ways of managing and succeeding in business!