Mba Before College: Why Every College Student Needs to Start a Business and Learn Mba Principles Now

Mark Twain said, "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do." I encourage every child to start his or her own business in college or high school, a time when no mortgage or family commitments are involved. It has never been easier to start a business in today's digitally connected world. Research shows that the fastest way to achieve financial freedom and fulfill one's growth and contribution is to start a business. The main purpose of this book is to introduce you to the concept of business administration, so you can start your business properly. The book covers the basic principles of business success: authentic leadership; effective communication; managing money, people and resources; acquiring skills and tools in operations, finance, and marketing; and understanding the business environment, economics, and the entrepreneurial process.

Aileen is a committed lifelong learner, and an advocate for change. She is the owner of a boutique marketing and public relations agency serving small businesses. She studied biomedical engineering and business administration. Throughout her 22 years of corporate career prior to starting her own business, Aileen worked at Fortune 50, 500, mid-size public-traded companies, and start-ups in three countries: China, Canada, and the U.S. During her recent executive MBA study, Aileen learned the most valuable leadership principle-to be a change leader and take total responsibility in all aspects of her life-health, finance, career, relationship, and personal growth. She hopes by sharing her life experiences and lessons, some like-minded people can gather, learn, and inspire each other. Aileen is a proud mom of two beautiful children, Ian and Amy. They inspire her to be the best version of herself and to make a little progress every day-physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually.