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What is the E-Myth?

The "E-Myth," or Entrepreneurial Myth, is the flawed assumption that people who are expert at a certain technical skill will therefore be successful running a business of that kind.

  • "I want to be my own boss"
  • "I want to make more money"
  • "I want to have have more time to enjoy my life"

Most small business owners assume that owning their own business will deliver on these goals.

It’s a common misconception that because someone understands the nuts-and-bolts technical work, they will similarly understand how a business providing that sort of product or service should function.

From the E-Myth point of view, small business owners struggle to achieve success because they are working in their business when they need to be working on their business.

Eventually the day comes when they realize that just as they invested time and effort learning  their technical skills, they now need to acquire business development and management skills.

For more than 30 years, E-Myth Worldwide has helped small business owners from every industry around the world gain the strategic perspective and develop the system strategies necessary to be successful.

Our Mission

E-Myth Worldwide educates small business owners across the globe to thrive and succeed and provides proven solutions designed to make the growth of their businesses more predictable, sustainable, and enjoyable.


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Bill Schlegel

Chief Executive Officer

Bill Schlegel is the Chief Executive Officer at E-Myth Worldwide. Since coming on board in 2004, Bill has streamlined the company's operations, recruited key members to the Leadership Team, and entered into key strategic partnerships in the US and internationally. Bill's vision is to make the company THE global resource for small businesses.

Bill's vision is to ensure that the organization strengthens its dedication to the leadership development, personal improvement and financial results of small business owners worldwide. His strategic initiatives include scaling the philosophy and methodology developed by Michael Gerber into a highly-profitable, results-based education company that blends the optimal combination of online learning, personal coaching, and business community networking to help businesses thrive and achieve sustainable growth.

Bill is a seasoned executive widely admired for his strategic planning and strong financial leadership at emerging growth companies. Bill was the Founder, former Chairman and CEO of MarketTools Inc, the world's leading online market research company. At MarketTools he introduced the popular product Zoomerang, a self-authoring customer feedback service that was designated "Best of the Web" by Forbes Magazine in 2000.

In 1999, Bill was recognized as the "Chief Executive Officer of the Year" for the $15 billion global market research industry. Prior to that, Bill led Virtual Values Inc., American Medical Network, and Escan Inc. During the period 1981-1985, he was co-founder and VP of Marketing at Airfone, the nation's first air to ground telephone company that was acquired by GTE (Verizon). Bill began his professional career as a product manager with General Foods and as a consultant serving the consumer packaged goods and travel industries. He earned a BA degree from Cornell University and an MBA in marketing and finance from New York University. He is currently a Board Member of Examen Inc. and PNI Corporation, and is a Trustee of Heald College.


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Susan Weber

Executive Vice President

Susan Weber is the Executive Vice President at E-Myth Worldwide. She is responsible for coaching delivery, product development and business development with technology companies and partners in the European Union. Susan leads E-Myth’s initiave to make its product line web accessible to create the ultimate learning experience for small business owners – the convienence of 24x7 access to content and other course materials combined with the expertise of an E-Myth Coach.

Under her leadership, Susan’s team launched three award-winning web-based products: the E-Myth Essentials course, a 2007 International Business AwardSM winner, the Embark Community Connection, an online community, and the Embark Live E-Learning program, both 2006 American Business AwardsSM winners.

Formerly Vice President of Product Development and Engineering at MarketTools, the world's leading online market research company, Susan led all of the company's product development initiatives as it transitioned from first-round funding to profitability. Her product successes at MarketTools include the award-winning Zoomerang, a self-authoring, customer feedback service that was designated "Best of the Web" by Forbes Magazine in 2000.

Susan has extensive corporate leadership experience at the officer level and has held positions in several financial services firms. She played a key role in implementing the Charles Schwab Bank. In addition to leading the delivery of multiple, large-scale technology projects, Susan has also held positions with customer-facing responsibilities related to sales, account management and customer service for several Fortune 100 companies.

"I am pleased to draw on Susan's keen strategic sense and practical knowledge," says Bill Schlegel, Chief Executive Officer at E-Myth. "Susan has built an impressive record of achievement, and this vast experience serves her well in leading new initiatives that will position E-Myth for further success in diversified global markets." Susan started her career in the engineering department of Douglas Aircraft Company (now Boeing) after earning a BS degree in Computer Science from West Virginia University.


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Wendy Vinson

Vice President of Client Relations

Wendy Vinson is the Vice President of Client Relations and Business Leader for Seminars & Special Events at E-Myth Worldwide. Wendy is responsible for leading the National Accounts program and managing corporate accounts, and for building and strengthening E-Myth's popular and growing seminars and special events business.

Wendy has extensive experience in designing and delivering seminars throughout the world for thousands of small business owners, mid-level managers, and corporate executives at Fortune 500 companies -- including McDonalds Corporation, Allstate Insurance Company, Ace Hardware, Kansas City Life Insurance, Idaho Power, Mass Mutual, The Siegfried Group, Salomon Smith Barney, Ameriprise Financial Advisors, ASI Systems, and many more. Wendy and her team unfailingly receive the absolute highest client satisfaction scores, and feedback consistently indicates that attendees derive great impact (both personally and professionally), and would recommend the experience to others.

Because she has been a small business owner herself, and has acted as an executive advisor to variety of companies, Wendy relates exceptionally well with business owners and corporate executives. Her 10 years of experience leading seminars has earned her the special designation of "E-Myth Master" -- bestowed by virtue of having more "Front of Room" time with customers than anyone other than E-Myth founder Michael Gerber himself. "We are fortunate to have Wendy as the Voice and Face of the company," says Bill Schlegel, Chief Executive Officer at E-Myth. "Her depth of knowledge is immensely valuable to us as we position the company to grow vertically across industries, as well as to expand across the globe." Wendy currently sits on both the Leadership and Executive teams.

Wendy began her early career working for an international management franchise organization, where she gained an in-depth understanding of what it takes to deliver a consistent customer experience across hundreds of different locales, involving thousands of employees. Wendy holds a B.A. in Psychology with an emphasis in Organizational Development from San Diego State University.


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Walter L. Good

Chief Business Development Officer

Walter is the Chief Business Development Officer at E-Myth Worldwide. In this capacity, Walter is responsible for developing corporate strategies, establishing global partnerships, and refining direct and indirect sales strategies.

Walter is well-equipped for his roles at E-Myth due to his unique and compelling ability to align technological vision and development with customer requirements and needs. His proven success in building long-term relationships with domestic and international clients has helped provide a solid foundation for rapid market development.

Walter has over 20 years of experience in the software technology industry, including senior-level roles with companies such as Autodesk, Inc., Computer Associates, and Informative, Inc. In addition, Walter was a co-founder of MarketTools, the world's leading online market research company, where he managed the strategy and execution of the company's panel and sample business units which supported global end customers, including General Mills, Proctor & Gamble, Microsoft, and Nestle.

For the past several years, Walter has been at the center of the evolving global Internet research market, and he has gained close insights into emerging consumer market trends, including marketing performance measurement, consumer "word of mouth" marketing, viral marketing, and community-driven relationship marketing.

"We are very fortunate to have a person of Walter's expertise, creativity and success to help us build lasting relationships with the "bluest" of blue chip corporations," says Bill Schlegel, CEO of E-Myth Worldwide. Walter has a degree in Business Administration and post graduate MBA studies from San Diego State University (SDSU).

Are you looking to make a difference in someone's life?

All current job openings are at E-Myth Worldwide's Santa Rosa, California, USA location.

If you are innovative, talented, and dedicated to making a positive impact on others, consider joining our evolving and fast moving company.

Open Positions:

Business Coach

We are currently looking for talented, dedicated individuals to train and work as E-Myth Business Coaches in our Santa Rosa, California office. As an E-Myth Business Coach, your background, skills, and experience will combine with our interactive and pragmatic business development systems to help contribute to the success of a wide variety of small business owners and their companies.

As an E-Myth Business Coach you will:
  • Be extensively trained in all of E-Myth’s coaching materials and methodologies.
  • Engage with our small business owner clients worldwide via telephone sessions.
  • Guide clients in creating systems to optimize all major areas of their businesses using E-Myth’s proprietary business philosophies, materials, and methods.
  • Provide clients with the tools they need to take their business to the next level. Work in professional team environment that fosters career-long training, mentoring, and well-developed support systems.
  • Have daily opportunities to think "on your feet," use your creativity to brainstorm new ideas with clients, and expand your own knowledge through exposure to a wide variety of industries.

    Skills/Requirements:
  • High-level interest in small business trends and practices, including a basic understanding of business strategies and tactics
  • Demonstrated openness to a variety of business approaches and appreciation of different business philosophies and ideas
  • Some college education required and/or prior business experience preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to adapt to new technology

    Benefits: Full-time position with health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) benefits.

    Join us today!

    E-Myth Worldwide helps business owners run their companies more effectively so they can enjoy more personal freedom and richer, fuller lives. If you are articulate, compassionate, and dedicated to making a positive impact on others, consider joining our evolving and fast moving company.

    E-Myth Worldwide helps business owners run their companies more effectively so they can enjoy more personal freedom and richer, fuller lives. If you are articulate, compassionate, and dedicated to making a positive impact on others, consider joining our evolving and fast moving company.

    Submit your resume and a compelling cover letter to us at humanresources@e-myth.com or fax to 707-569-5713 or mail to:

    E-Myth Worldwide, Inc.
    Attn: Human Resources
    2235 Mercury Way, Ste. 200
    Santa Rosa, CA 95407

    No phone calls, please.

    Client Support Service Representative

    We are currently looking for a talented, dedicated individual who is looking to participate in the growth of a dynamic company and enjoys working in a fast-paced, rewarding, team environment.

    Responsibilities:
  • Exhibit outstanding interpersonal skills and interact with clients and prospects via telephone and email to perform initial needs assessment and determine most appropriate service channel.
  • Manage a variety of email boxes for sales lead assignment, client inquiries and frequently asked questions.
  • Acts as a point of contact for the Sales team and Coaches for data research, tracking requests and resolutions.
  • Process contracts and other paperwork related to product enrollment and new sales.
  • Enter and maintain all client information in applicable databases.
  • Prepare a variety of reports for Sales and Coaching analysis.
  • Data entry and system management.

    Ideal Candidate Characteristics:

  • Excellent people and communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Outstanding telephone presence
  • Detail oriented
  • Highly organized and able to handle multiple responsibilities
  • Ability to prioritize
  • General business knowledge
  • Experience in Customer Service or other support positions a plus

    Benefits: Full-time position, with health insurance, paid time off, and 401(K) benefits.

    Position Location:

    Santa Rosa, CA

    Join us today!

    Submit your resume and a compelling cover letter to us at: humanresources@e-myth.com, or to E-Myth Worldwide, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 2235 Mercury Way, Ste. 200, Santa Rosa, CA 95407. No phone calls, please.

    Partner Manager

    We are currently looking for a talented, experienced individual with the ability to provide project management leadership for business relationships. Reporting to the Executive VP of Technology & Operations, this position will maintain and enhance favorable relationships with new and existing business partners in order to increase revenue, ensure maximum client utilization of existing products, secure client satisfaction, and help identify new opportunities.

    As a Relationship Manager you will:
  • Manage existing business relationships and projects throughout the life of the relationship.
  • Collect data and analyze to understand the businesses’ requirements, and interface with internal staff to secure business’ requirements are appropriately defined and addressed.
  • Ensure the organizations goods and services consistently meet contractual obligations and business partners’ needs.
  • Manage execution of all projects related to contractual agreements.
  • Facilitate technical, operational and/or business requirements definition for Project Management initiatives for specified business relationships.
  • Identify and track issues, risks, dependencies, efficiencies, and objectives.
  • Communicate status, issues and risks to Management.

    Skills/Requirements:
  • BS or equivalent degree
  • Minimum of 10 years experience in field or related field
  • 5 years of customer relationship management experience preferrably in a technology related service company
  • Strong communication skills

    Benefits: Full-time position, with full benefits package including: health insurance, paid time off, 401(K) and more.

    Join us today!

    E-Myth Worldwide helps business owners run their companies more effectively so they can enjoy more personal freedom and richer, fuller lives. If you are articulate, compassionate, and dedicated to making a positive impact on others, consider joining our evolving and fast moving company.

    Submit your resume and a compelling cover letter to us at humanresources@e-myth.com or fax to 707-569-5713 or mail to:

    E-Myth Worldwide, Inc.
    Attn: Human Resources
    2235 Mercury Way, Ste. 200
    Santa Rosa, CA 95407

    No phone calls, please.
    • Michael Gerber

    Michael Gerber

    E-Myth Worldwide was founded more than 30 years ago by Michael Gerber, the bestselling author of The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It. Originally published in 1981, and now available in fifteen languages, The E-Myth Revisited has become the indispensable handbook for millions of small business owners, franchisors, and entrepreneurs alike.

    These days Michael focuses on writing and speaking about his passion and vision for all things entrepreneurial. In addition to speaking at international events, he continues to write prolifically about how to achieve business success in his highly-acclaimed books.


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