CHAPTER 2

Why the United States? Bright and Dark Sides of Doing Business in America

The greatness of America lies not in being more enlightened than any other nation, but rather in her ability to repair her faults.

—Alexis de Tocqueville (1805–1859), a French diplomat, political scientist, and historian

Main points in this chapter

  • The United States in the global marketplace: comparative business potential and attractiveness
  • Costs and risks of starting and doing business in the United States
  • Small business and entrepreneurship in the United States: environment and dynamics
  • Business start-up logistics in the United States

The United States in the Global Marketplace: Comparative Business Potential and Attractiveness

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