Mapping Your Route
Write a business plan to set you on the right course.
Starting a business without a plan is like trying to repair a flat tire with your teeth. It may be possible, but you sure make it hard on yourself.
Make your business start-up easier by formulating a plan. While some people will tell you a business plan is necessary only if you need cash for your launch, most small-business experts believe every entrepreneur can benefit from writing and using a plan. A plan requires you to evaluate every aspect of your business. In writing it, you'll refine your goals, identify potential risks, organize your thinking, and set priorities.
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