About The Author

Adam Starks

Dr. Adam Starks is a multi-genre writer with works in non-fiction, fiction, and children’s book categories. In 2016, Adam detoured from his writing pursuits to open a restaurant and a performing arts venue called Wanderlust in the heart of a rural Main Street in Philippi, West Virginia that inspired Vultured. Currently, Adam is working on multiple projects spanning writing, blogging, and professional speaking. Dr. Starks has authored books such as his autobiography, Broken Child Mended Man, The Eden Trilogy, and children’s book, Love Will Find Your Home, with more to come.

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Adam Starks’s Chapters

book Chapters

01

The Vision

When I envisioned what an incredibly magical place Wanderlust was supposed to be…

02

NGO Lenders Pt. I

The purpose of this chapter is two-fold. First, I want to expose the…

03

Contractors

As the old adage goes, “If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say…

04

Equipment Leasing

Once you have your place built-up, the next thing you need to do…

05

Labor Matters

I always thought that hiring people would be the easiest thing because I…

06

Auction Site Junk

This section is a cautionary tale about commercial ice machines. If you are…

07

Food Distributors

During my management years at a national fast casual food chain, we used…

08

Pessimism

Every small town has its fair share of gossipers and cynics, and my…

09

Music Licensing

Mail was initially created to help people communicate, but it is surprising how…

10

M.C.A.s Pt. 1

“I am an idiot,” I thought to myself on an early November day.

11

NGO Lenders Pt. II

After several successful events, I finally had my first sell-out concert. March 2019…

12

Marketing Schemes

In 2019, Wanderlust’s total discounts exceeded $17,000 or 15% of total sales.

13

MCAs Pt. II

When it comes to accessing capital to start a business, there are only…

14

The Entrapment System

One of the most disappointing events in my life took place while I…

15

Eat and Share or Be Eaten

It is increasingly recognized that entrepreneurs develop small or medium-sized businesses that breathe…

16

Trademarking

When one wants to start a business, they actually put up a lot…

17

COVID-19

On Saturday, March 13th, 2020, I had my last concert event where only…

18

Self-Reflection

After I had to close down the doors of Wanderlust myself, I found…

19

Community-Based NPO External

Reflection has its advantages and disadvantages. There is no point to wallowing in despair…

Why Read It?

Vultured the dark side of entrepreneurship

Vultured is an autobiography, and self-help book, written by Adam Starks, which highlights the dark side of entrepreneurship by identifying pitfalls in the decision-making process when it comes to setting up and running your own business smoothly. Written to serve as a cautionary tale, the book warns against all such mistakes one can make that may result in him landing on the failing side of a small business venture.

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Vultured the dark side of entrepreneurship

Vultured highlights the dark side of entrepreneurship by identifying pitfalls in the decision-making process. Watch the trailer to see a story where an entrepreneur pursues his business, but dark forces lurk in the shadows of the business world that can cause you to make mistakes and your dream into a never-ending nightmare that you may never awake from.

Reviews

What our readers say

”My family and friends really enjoyed reading this book. While reading “Vultured”, I, on a personal note, really admired Adam’s courage and gift. After all the rumors and naysayers’ gossiping that he went through, he still did not lose hope.

Aaron HalstonEntrepreneur

”I was also told that there is no use in opening a fast-food restaurant. But when I still chose to go against the “haters,” I immediately started getting bashed for wanting to fail. Although I struggled, I never gave in. That’s why I resonate with this book so much.

Drake McAllisterAuditor

”Adam, my friend, I am thrilled that I discovered your work and had a chance to get to know you better through it. I hope that your restaurant impresses the masses just like your book will. All the best to you! I recommend this book to everyone who wants to learn how to tackle these situations.

Janelle CruzeRestaurant Owner

”The book is really moving and has a positive note. The way that Adam felt in certain circumstances, particularly his struggle to join in with the culture, reminded me of my family wanting to break stereotypes ages ago to open a store in a highly unwelcoming neighborhood.

Jacelyn EvansWaitress