The Mad Entrepreneur

The creative genius behind more than 25 restaurant concepts like Romano's Macaroni Grill and Fuddruckers is MAD. Philip J. Romano has acquired a wealth of knowledge over his 50 years in the restaurant business and with his latest book is ready to share his secrets to success and insight into why he's MAD, Making a Difference in the World, in Business and in Life. Mr. Romano holds the record for being the only person to create six national (and successful) restaurant concepts: Fuddruckers, Romano's Macaroni Grill, Spageddies, Cozymel's, Rudy's Country Store and BBQ and eatZi's Market & Bakery. In addition to being an entrepreneur, artist, philanthropist and nationally-renowned restaurateur, Mr. Romano is an accomplished investor. He was an original partner in a company that held the licensing rights to the Palmaz-Schatz Stent, the first coronary stent to be approved by the FDA in 1994. It is one of the most successful medical devices of its time and considered one of the top 10 patents to have changed the world. Mr. Romano is also a general partner in three medical funds that invest in medical start-ups. This book captures Mr. Romano's entrepreneurial spirit and should be read by all those interested in starting a business, taking a risk, capitalizing on an opportunity or realizing a dream.

On the front of the book jacket, the word "mad" in the title is upside-down and backwards.

Create your next breakthrough Mad Genius is a unique book for entrepreneurs--and for employees who want to think like entrepreneurs. It will help you unleash the innate creative genius inside you. Every industry has its sacred cows and accepted practices. These are often based upon foundational premises that are no longer valid--if they ever were. There's a reason Facebook was birthed in a dorm room, Amazon.com came from people not in the bookstore business, and UBER was created by people who weren't from the taxi industry. Innovation, discovery, and creating disruption require blowing up conventional thinking and unleashing your entrepreneurial brilliance. Mad Genius is a fire hose of creative stimulation that will spark breakthrough ideas and show you how to nurture them. Get ready to think different.

Welcome to "START IN INDIA: Stories of MAD Entrepreneurs." This book is a collection of stories from entrepreneurs who have taken bold and active decisions to create and grow successful businesses in India. These are the stories of men and women who have faced challenges and obstacles, but who have persevered through hard work, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of their goals. Through these stories, you will learn about the creative and innovative ways in which these entrepreneurs have started and grown their businesses, and the important decisions that have helped them along the way. Whether you are a business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply someone who is interested in learning more about the world of Indian business, this book is for you. Appeal to the audience: If you are looking for inspiration and guidance to help you take your business to the next level, this book is for you. By reading the stories of these entrepreneurs, you will gain insight into the strategies, tactics, and mindset that are necessary to succeed in the challenging and dynamic world of Indian business. If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, this book will provide you with a roadmap for success, highlighting the key decisions and strategies that have helped others to achieve their goals. You will learn about the importance of taking calculated risks, the power of perseverance, and the value of learning from failures. If you are simply interested in learning more about the world of Indian business, this book will introduce you to some of the most creative and innovative entrepreneurs in the country. You will gain a deeper appreciation for the challenges and opportunities that exist in the Indian business environment, and the ways in which entrepreneurs are driving growth, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the country. So, whether you are an entrepreneur, an aspiring business owner, or simply someone who wants to learn more about the world of Indian business, I invite you to join me on this journey through the stories of "START IN INDIA: Stories of MAD Entrepreneurs."

A detailed and critical analysis of the multiple types of entrepreneurship, helping students to understand the practical skills and theoretical concepts needed to create their very own entrepreneurial venture.

At a time of unprecedented change in the way we work, the editors of Monocle are here to help us envision, create, and make a success of a new business or reboot an existing one. As we face a world that is undergoing unparalleled change, no area is more dynamic than business. To help us understand, navigate, and succeed in this new world, the team at Monocle brings together its unique knowledge of culture, politics, economics, and business. Featuring stories of people running enterprises on every scale, the inspirational tales in this book provide readers with insights into the challenges and joys of creativity and entrepreneurship. These unmatched case studies reveal, among many success stories, how leaders choose branding, hire teams, and design workspaces for today’s needs. Whether you are planning to make a life change, start a new business, or reinvigorate an existing one, The Monocle Book of Entrepreneurs is a resource for anyone who wants to make a difference in their work and life.

"This book debunks the myths of business start-ups by telling the truth: you have to be crazy to start a business. Written by serial entrepreneur Barry Moltz, the book delivers irreverent, straight talk about the complex intersection of start-up business, financial health, physical well-being, spiritual wholeness and family life. This perspective is augmented with other personal tales from the entrepreneurial front. The book offers tidbits of insight that will vaporize isolation, encourage self-reflection and refresh the spirit of anyone who has started a business or is thinking of starting one."--Publisher description

Armed Forces Veterans crack entrepreneur success code! Success From Being Mad is about ten Karma Yogi Mad Veterans of the Indian armed forces who have roaringly explored the uncharted terrain on the entrepreneur street. Is there a method in their madness, the strategy they adopted, availability of a support structure, a common formula for success achieved… Or is it just that Mad Vet sixth sense of a lifetime which they earlier trusted their life with and are now willing to bet on commercially? The book explores all of this and more. You have to be crazy living atop a pile of kerosene-filled jerry cans, placed above ammunition stacks, at heights over 20,000 feet…You have to be mad driving a 40-ton tracked monster, in the dead of a pitch-dark night, with all headlights off… You have to be mad to bet your life savings in undertaking entrepreneur ventures, you have no expertise in or knowledge of, at middle age, and come out roaring with success.