Reasons for small business failure.
In his book Small Business Management, Michael Ames gives the following reasons for small business failure:
• Lack of experience
• Insufficient capital (money)
• Poor location
• Poor inventory management
• Over-investment in fixed assets
• Poor credit arrangements
• Personal use of business funds
• Unexpected growth

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