This how-to guide to intrapreneurship and entrepreneurship explores what constitutes entrepreneurial timber and the leadership skills required to raise all the needed capital. Demystifying the process of founding a firm from scratch, the book provides aspiring entrepreneurs with concrete action plans and detailed guidance written in plain English. Identifying the unique set of characteristics that are shared by successful entrepreneurs, this guide will be especially helpful to those seeking to start new ventures that require a high degree of scientific knowledge.