Keep in mind, though, that poor management covers a number of faults. It could mean poor planning, record-keeping, inventory control, promotion, or employee relations. Most likely includes poor capitalization. To help you succeed as a business owner, in the fol-lowing sections we explore the functions of business in a small-business setting
-Planning your business.
-Financing your business.
-Knowing your customers (marketing).
Managing your employees (human resource development).
Keeping records (accounting).