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"""Chris Beks' book ""Starting The Dream"" is a must-read for all new business owners. Chris does an excellent job of going through all of the issues that you don't know you're about to face in business. He also provides excellent advice on how to avoid these problems from occurring, and what to do should they occur. Highly recommended! Damien Patterson CEO Integrityx Group of Companies ""With 60% of businesses set to fail after three years and 70% after a decade, this book will be an invaluable tool to any entrepreneur who wants to dive in and start their own business or for any business owner that needs some guidance. Having been in business for over 21 years myself, I have learned that you always need to be ahead of the curve and bring on board great experts to help you along the way to succeed. Chris Beks is not only an outstanding expert when it comes to all things finance and accounting he has been a shining beacon for decades to many Australian companies who are looking for guidance."" Adrian Falk, Founder Believe Advertising & PR ""If you're starting a new business or are soon to do so, then you're in luck. Chris Beks' ""Starting the Dream"" is the perfect read for you at just the right time. I only wish this book was around when I started my own business a decade ago! You'll enjoy a ton of hard data to separate the romantic notions from the facts and guide you on your way to living your dream and avoiding a business-fuelled nightmare. Highly recommended."" Angus Pryor Multi-award-winning Marketing Agency Founder, International speaker and bestselling Author ""If you are considering starting your own business, then you need this book! From years of experience and wisdom, Chris breaks down the challenges all new business owners face and simplifies the best steps forward. Reading like a 'How to Guide', the lessons within this book will set you up for success as your business grows. Don't make the same mistakes others before you have. Read, listen, learn, and take massive action!"" Ryan Goodwin CEO of Mode Group, Multi Award Winning Entrepreneur ""Starting the Dream"" is an easy-to-read, go-to guide bursting with advice and relatable stories. Chris shares his vast knowledge and experience - from mastering the financials to looking after yourself - so you can avoid the pitfalls along the way to building your business successfully. Helping you avoid the common problems on your journey to not just surviving but thriving in the world of small business."" Cindy Mitchell Founder & Director, AcquaDash Swim Gear "" Your dream will remain a dream if you don't put the right foundations in place, but this book is here to help you do that. Chris draws from years of personal experience as well as sharing up-to-date instructions for aspiring business owners who want to fast-track their success. A must-read!"" ""This quick and easy read will put you light years ahead when it comes to starting and growing a business."" ""Starting a business is harder than it looks but this book will save you from the missteps and pitfalls that lead to business owner dreams becoming nightmares."" ""I really appreciated the clear information and steps in 'Starting the Dream', which is the perfect handbook for any aspiring business owner. It won't take you long to read it cover to cover, and the lessons can prevent so many setbacks. Don't start a business without reading this book!"" Clea Jones"

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"Just like most business owners, Chris has a life outside of work. A spouse, three adult daughters (yes, he agrees he is in trouble!), a veggie garden, chooks, cats, dogs and a tropical garden that he is trying to create in a temperate gardening climate zone! He is a passionate Blues (AFL) supporter and Washington Wizards (NBA) supporter. He has represented Victoria at the Australian U20 Basketball Championships, run in the 10km New York Midnight Run held on New Year's Eve through Central Park, trekked in the Himalayas and scuba dived Julian Rocks Marine Reserve at Byron Bay and Ewen Ponds Conservation Park in South Australia. He loves singing and performing arts and has ""tread the boards"" for over two decades with the Warrnambool Theatre Company and the Cindy Lee Ensemble. And in his spare time he has also been a qualified fitness and aerobic instructor! He is a self-described 'lifestyle' accountant, passionate about making an impact on one person's lifestyle at a time! He holds a Bachelor of Business from Latrobe University and a Graduate Diploma in Management Accounting from Deakin University. He has over 40 years experience as a practising CPA, holds an authorised representative accreditation with Interprac Financial Pty Ltd, a credit representative accreditation with Outsource Financial Pty Ltd, a certified Xero advisor, an accredited certified Inbound user of Hubspotand is a graduate of the Results Accounting Systems boot camp! He was a charter member and president of the Rotary Club of Warrnambool Daybreak, served Rotary International for over 10 years and is a Paul Harris Fellow. He is the team leader at Ceebeks Business Solutions for GOOD, an accounting and business development specialist business based in Southwest Victoria Australia that he started in 1990. He is also a foundation member of the National Tax & Accountants Association (NTAA) also a foundation member of the global movement Accountants 4 Good. Ceebeks Business Solutions for GOOD is a multi-award winning business and was featured in Steve Pipe's 2015 UK publication 'The World's Most Inspiring Accountants' and in his new upcoming UK publication 'The World's Best Accountancy Practices' and also in Adam Houlahan's 2016 publication 'The LinkedIn Play Book. They are corporate volunteers at Warrnambool and District Food Share where a team member spent 2 hours on Wednesday mornings assisting with repurposing donated food into hampers for those less fortunate in the Southwest Victorian community, regular blood donors, 34-year supporters of World Vision and lifetime members of global giving initiative B1G1 - Business for Good."

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