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See Jane Collaborate!

If you’re a woman business owner and you’re currently in a business partnership, or are considering creating a business partnership, you’re probably picturing the positives: shared responsibility, energetic and motivating brainstorming sessions, and mutual joy as success unfolds, thanks to your complementary skills and knowledge.

A business partnership does, in fact, have the potential to bring with it all of those things – and more. But if a business owner doesn’t make the right considerations and plan carefully, the partnership could end in disaster.

This book is for female entrepreneurs who:

  • Understand the potential of a properly planned business relationship – and the careful consideration that goes into it.
  • Know that the outcome of a business partnership – fruitful or disastrous – isn’t just a matter of luck, and want to take action to increase the likelihood of their partnership’s success.
  • Look forward to reaping the rewards of a business partnership that works for both partners.
  • Are ready to take the next step in growing their business through partnership, and want to do so using a methodical, tested strategy that makes the partnering process run smoothly.
  • Know that “chemistry” with a partner doesn’t necessarily mean compatible business styles – and want strategies for aligning their business style with their partner’s.
  • Want a clear roadmap for accomplishing partnership goals.

Joanna GarzilliI wish I'd had access to See Jane Collaborate before I entered into a toxic business partnership. If I'd read this valuable information, I'd have stuck to my gut instinct to slow down and not rush into the partnership. I love that there are so many different examples of business partnerships to learn what is the best action to take in business. I'm a Go Jane Go but at the time of my error, I was a Tenacity Jane who felt she couldn't succeed without a business partner. There are many useful exercises and quizzes to help you evaluate if it is a good idea to proceed into a partnership. I like that there are examples of how to gracefully get out of a business relationship that's gone bad and an easy to understand overview of what type of company to have and how best this will serve your business partnership. I currently have a new opportunity to enter into an exciting new business partnership; See Jane Collaborate has allowed me to recognize the value I bring to a business partnership and to enjoy the courtship phase to see if we are a good match. I now also have in the back of my mind clarity regarding how to formulate an agreement for a business partnership. In the past, I may have stuck my head in the sand because I didn't want to deal with the technicalities and legality issues of forming a business partnership. I now know I can't afford not to have a solid detailed agreement in place and Azriela Jaffe and Michele DeKinder-Smith show you how to do this without feeling overwhelmed. See Jane Collaborate is a quick easy read for a very complex and daunting issue of business relationships that often end up in the courtroom because there isn't enough valuable information out there to show you otherwise. This book could save you thousands of dollars in your business and years of daily stress.

Joanna Garzilli, americasintuitioncoach.com.

Creating a successful, working business partnership takes careful consideration and advance planning.

The road to a fruitful pairing can be fraught with peril, from personal values to professional ethics. Even when two prospective partners share great chemistry, conflicts can later arise over budgeting, financial style, growth strategy and even personal values.

But it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right tools, it is possible to increase your odds of cementing a profitable, enjoyable partnership. We know what it takes to find the right business partner and to work together to meet common goals.

(Not only because we’ve researched and coached hundreds of female entrepreneurs just like you, but also because we have participated in our own partnerships – and found success).  

We want you to find success, too. That’s why we’re ready to share everything we know in our newest release, “See Jane Collaborate!”

But first …

Who are we and why should you listen to us?

Azriela Jaffe

Azriela Jaffe, Publishing Director for Jane out of the Box Media, is the author of 24 books, including several holocaust memoirs, and self-help/relationship books for women, couples, and entrepreneurs. www.azrielajaffe.com

Michele DeKinder-Smith

Michele DeKinder-Smith, founder and CEO of Jane Out of the Box, which provides resources and education for women business owners, is a successful business owner whose multi-million dollar revenue was grown through the power of partnerships.  She is also the author of See Jane Succeed. www.janeoutofthebox.com

If you feel like you’re ready to move your company to the next level – closer to your dream – then maybe building a business partnership is the right move for you. That’s what “See Jane Collaborate” is designed for – to provide business owners with the information they need to find the right partner, create a profitable partnership, evolve the relationship in the right way, and even how to end the relationship well, when it's time to do so.

Here’s what you’ll learn in “See Jane Collaborate!”:

  • Look Before You Leap: Get off to the right start by knowing the four important stages of preparation for successful partnership.
  • Know Yourself: Understand your motivation for partnership, and take a special quiz to find out if your reasons are valid and realistic.
  • Know Your Partner: Your partner may be a friend, a relative, a  spouse or an acquaintance, but are you compatible as business partners?
  • Clarify Your Mission and Vision: Define your goals and use a mission statement to create a clear road map for getting there.
  • Formalize Your Agreements: Learn the essentials of a well-written partnership agreement to prevent misunderstandings, protect friendships and provide guidelines in the event of conflict.
  • Resolve Conflict: Figure out how to make the most of your complementary business skills, without fighting. Learn how to avoid the triggers that can lead to explosive battles, and join together and prosper in your business.
  • End Fairly: When the time is right, terminate the partnership equitably, without hostility.

Katherine C. H. E.Wow!  I just finished reading See Jane Collaborate.  It is the perfect book for me at just the perfect time.  I am embarking on a journey that is already taking me into and through a series of short-term joint ventures and partnerships.  I am blown away by the scope of information in this book.  Plus, it has just the right tone and the ideal balance of detailed information and illustrative case studies to even be easy to read and grasp.

SJC really goes deep and covers collaboration from every angle - from understanding myself and what motivates you to understanding your partners and their needs, desires, and dreams.  It goes through every stage of collaboration and gives really insightful tips and checklists and tests to help keep you on track every step of the way, including strategies to keep a collaboration strong once it is formed or to dissolve one that has played itself out.

Though my copy of See Jane Collaborate is brand new, and I just finished reading it (for the first time of what I know will be many readings), I already have post-its sticking out and pages turned down.  I know it will be dog-eared within weeks.  A classic.  Thank you, Azriela and Michele, for creating this invaluable resource.

Katherine C. H. E., CEO iaLOAp, International Association of Law of Attraction Professionals
www.iaLOAp.com

A business partnership that is the result of careful consideration and prior planning, can produce significant personal and business rewards!

Learn the step by step process for making the right considerations and planning for the right scenarios so your partnership can thrive.

Dr. Patty AnnIf you are an entrepreneurial businesswoman, “See Jane Collaborate” is a must read.  I’m a big fan of Azriela Jaffe’s earlier books for entrepreneurial couples and women, and Michele DeKinder-Smith’s first book, See Jane Succeed. Once again Michele DeKinder-Smith has lead by example in her latest book “See Jane Collaborate”. Jaffe and DeKinder-Smith are beacons of light for entrepreneurial business owners who are looking for ways to share their vision and grow their businesses via partnerships with other entrepreneurial women throughout the world.

“See Jane Collaborate” provides an easy to read yet in-depth understanding for entrepreneurs seeking to grow their businesses by partnering with others.  This ground breaking book provides rock solid information for what is required of a healthy partnership, while shedding light on what makes up disastrous ones - and how to avoid them. What I really appreciate is how it offers practical, common sense advice for how to work through the inevitable conflicts and power struggles that arise.

Jaffe and Smith’s analogy comparing business partnership to the stages of a marriage hits the nail right on the head.  It’s a stroke of genius. Any entrepreneurial business owner would be remiss to deny themselves the opportunity for growth and evolution which is only possible through collaboration, and this book will help anyone do that even better.

Dr. Patty Ann, Relationship Expert
www.relationshiptoolbox.com

Buy your copy of "See Jane Collaborate!" now for just $23.

See Jane Collaborate!

We know your business is important to you. We know you want what’s best for your company and yourself – and what’s best for your prospective partner. Spending less than $30 on this book, which is packed with expert information and advice, has the potential to power you through what otherwise can be one of the toughest decisions you’ll make with regard to your business.

Think about it this way: the information in this book could save you thousands of dollars, hours of time and immeasurable heartache. Because we’ve each been through this process countless times, we know the intricacies of starting and maintaining a business partnership. We know exactly what to watch out for, which questions to ask before you sign the papers, and how to navigate through sticky situations.

Trudy ScottI just read your new book, “See Jane Collaborate”, and I’m so impressed. I recently did my first joint venture tele-series and would loved to have had access to the wealth of information in “See Jane Collaborate”.  It’s jam-packed with very practical information, guidelines and checklists, pitfalls, quizzes, as well as inspirational stories. I am thrilled to now have this book for future collaborations - I will be much better prepared. I can see that this will become the “go-to” resource for all entrepreneurs who love collaboration, such as doing a joint venture or forming a partnership.  Thanks Azriela and Michele for sharing your extensive experience. I needed this book! We all need this book!

Trudy Scott, Food-Mood Expert and Nutritionist
www.everywomanover29.com

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