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Michael Buckworth has written a must-read primer for anyone considering setting up a business. Read this book - and learn from one of the best. Duncan Cheatle, co-founder of StartUp Britain, founder of Learn Amp and The Supper Club (home to hundreds of the UK’s most successful founders) *** There are so many things founders have to get right in the first few months of their start-up’s life, and the fear of getting something wrong can hold back even the most enthusiastic entrepreneur. Built on Rock explains what you should and shouldn't do, and is your best friend as you navigate the legal and business challenges of your new business. This is the book that will get ideas out of your head and turn them into a start-up. Mirela Yordanova - Associate, LaunchLab Ventures *** Michael Buckworth takes the reader on an educational journey from incorporation through launch and ending on raising an investment round. This is a must-read guide for students of entrepreneurship and anyone who wants to get a handle on the legal issues to think about when setting up a business. Jerry Allen - Director for Entrepreneurship, UCL Innovation and Enterprise, Director of Enterprise Educators UK, Advisor to the UN *** Built on Rock is written by one (legal) entrepreneur for another. However, forget legal speak, long words and complex explanations: this book focuses on what matters and gives practical advice on how to approach challenges. If you confuse your pre and post money, or think that fully diluted relates to the amount of ice in your G&T, this is a book you simply must buy. Mark Tayler - Director, SFC Capital *** Setting up a start-up can feel incredibly risky, particularly for young entrepreneurs. “Built on Rock” explains in simple terms how to identify and manage the legal and business risks inherent in a new business, without breaking the bank. Jack Parsons, UK’s Chief Youth Officer *** "Lawyers who can explain complex issues simply are few and far between: Michael Buckworth is one of them. Built on Rock brings Michael's in-depth knowledge of business and law, and over a decade of experience working with and helping entrepreneurs thrive in business. This is an essential guide for ambitious founders who want to set up in business, or take their existing start-up to the next level." Chris Hancock, Founder of Crowd2Fund ***
“Setting up a business is difficult with lots of pitfalls, but it's not rocket science. In this book, Michael demystifies the business and legal aspects by explaining in simple terms what founders should be most concerned about, and what they can sensibly decide to worry about later. This book is full of tips and advice drawn from Michael's work with many start-ups: every reader will discover something they didn't realise they didn't know.” Paul Grant, Founder of The Funding Game
‘Michael Buckworth has written a must-read primer for anyone considering setting up a business. Read this book, and learn from one of the best.’
Duncan Cheatle – Co-founder of StartUp Britain, founder of Learn Amp and The Supper Club (home to hundreds of the UK’s most successful founders)
‘There are so many things founders have to get right in the first few months of their start-up’s life, and the fear of getting something wrong can hold back even the most enthusiastic entrepreneur. Built on Rock explains what you should and shouldn’t do, and is your best friend as you navigate the legal and business challenges of your new business. This is the book that will get ideas out of your head and turn them into a start-up.’
Mirela Yordanova – Associate, LaunchLab Ventures
‘Michael Buckworth takes the reader on an educational journey from incorporation through launch and ending on raising an investment round. This is a must-read guide for students of entrepreneurship and anyone who wants to get a handle on the legal issues to think about when setting up a business.’
Jerry Allen – Director for Entrepreneurship, UCL Innovation and Enterprise, Director of Enterprise Educators UK, Advisor to the UN
‘Built on Rock is written by one (legal) entrepreneur for another. However, forget legalspeak, long words and complex explanations: this book focuses on what matters and gives practical advice on how to approach challenges. If you confuse your pre and post money, or think that fully diluted relates to the amount of ice in your G&T, this is a book you simply must buy.’
Mark Tayler – Director, SFC Capital
'Setting up a start-up can feel incredibly risky, particularly for young entrepreneurs. Built on Rock explains in simple terms how to identify and manage the legal and business risks inherent in a new business, without breaking the bank.'
Jack Parsons – UK’s Chief Youth Officer
‘Lawyers who can explain complex issues simply are few and far between: Michael Buckworth is one of them. Built on Rock brings Michael’s in-depth knowledge of business and law, and over a decade of experience working with and helping entrepreneurs thrive in business. This is an essential guide for ambitious founders who want to set up in business, or take their existing start-up to the next level.’
Chris Hancock – Founder of Crowd2Fund
‘Setting up a business is difficult with lots of pitfalls, but it’s not rocket science. In this book, Michael demystifies the business and legal aspects by explaining in simple terms what founders should be most concerned about, and what they can sensibly decide to worry about later. This book is full of tips and advice drawn from Michael’s work with many start-ups: every reader will discover something they didn’t realise they didn’t know.’
Paul Grant – Founder of The Funding Game
