THE COMMON TABLE
Find a useful resource, a different perspective, or the right kind of outside help.
Article collection
Forrager (Publisher)
State-by-state introductions to cottage-food rules.
Keep in mind: Verify the current rule with the responsible state or local authority before acting.
Podcast
David Crabill (Host) · Forrager (Publisher)
Interviews with home food entrepreneurs about building and running their businesses, from finding customers to the everyday work.
Keep in mind: You need general guidance for another industry or confirmation that a product can legally be sold in your location.
Book
Pam Prior (Author)
Pam Prior’s book about finances across the ownership journey.
Keep in mind: It is not transaction-specific exit advice.
John A. Davis (instructor) · MIT Sloan (Program / community provider)
Executive education on the future of family enterprise.
Keep in mind: Confirm admission, cohort, format, tuition and required time with MIT.
Gene Marks (instructor)
Talks and workshops about business technology and operating trends.
Keep in mind: A presentation is separate from software implementation.
Susie Wyshak (Author)
A guide to building an artisan food business.
Keep in mind: Reading does not include individual advice or implementation.
The Great Game of Business (Service provider)
Support implementing the Great Game of Business approach with a company’s team.
Keep in mind: Agree level, coach, timeline and fees. The initial call is separate from ongoing work.
The Great Game of Business (Publisher)
Introductory worksheets and checklists for team goals, meetings and business literacy.
Keep in mind: Contact information is required; the paid membership contains additional resources.
Greg Crabtree (instructor)
Financial education sessions offered for event and team organizers.
Keep in mind: This is an event inquiry, not an open individual course.
Jaime Hepp (Author)
Personal stories and reflections on character, work and leadership.
Keep in mind: Reading does not include individual advice or implementation.
Josh Baron (Co-author) · Rob Lachenauer (Co-author)
A book about family ownership, governance and working through generational change.
Keep in mind: Reading does not include individual advice or implementation.
Richard Ruback (Co-author) · Royce Yudkoff (Co-author)
A guide to searching for and acquiring a small business.
Keep in mind: Reading does not include individual advice or implementation.