Self-employment requires a lot of sacrifice and determination to succeed. However, for many, it may be the only practical alternative to living on welfare and standing in long line-ups at soup kitchens. This book covers a wide spectrum of potential areas for self-employment and helps readers explore those which are most likely to survive in a hostile economy. It will help them assess themselves and their strengths and weaknesses. It will recommend courses or training to plug the gaps in their knowledge and prepare them before taking the plunge.