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11 Unexpected Things to Include With Your Business Plan
Not all information fits logically into your business plan. Here's how to include the extra bits that are key to your business.
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First Steps: Writing the Product Section of Your Business Plan
This quick guide offers tips that will help you create the product section for your business plan.
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First Steps: Writing the Marketing Section of Your Business Plan
This quick guide offers tips that will help you create the marketing section for your business plan.
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First Steps: Writing the Executive Summary of Your Business Plan
This quick guide offers tips that will help you create the executive summary for your business plan.
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First Steps: Writing the Operations Section of Your Business Plan
This quick guide offers tips that will help you create the operations section for your business plan.
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First Steps: Writing the Management Section of Your Business Plan
This quick guide offers tips that will help you create the management section for your business plan.
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First Steps: Writing the Industry Section of Your Business Plan
This quick guide offers tips that will help you create the industry section for your business plan.
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Your Business Plan Must-Haves
Seasoned business pros reveal exactly why your business plan is critical for success and which parts matter most.
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Who Is the Target Audience for Your Business Plan? Hint: More People Than You Think.
It's not just investors or bankers who'll want to see your plan.
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How to Excite Readers With Your Business Plan’s Product Section. (Yes, Seriously.)
Product descriptions can be as dry as toast--or as exciting as a roller coaster ride. Here's how to craft one that keeps people reading.
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Risky Business: 6 Potential Pitfalls of Writing a Business Plan
There is a downside to putting your business plan on paper. Learn the risks and learn how to protect your interests.
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How to Determine the Goals and Objectives of Your Business Plan
A business plan is only as good as the goals and objectives it outlines. Here's how to determine what those are.
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What to Include in Your Business Plan
Here's what your business plan should contain, how long it should be and what it should look like.
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The 4 Types of Business Plans
Learn which of these four business plan formats best fits your needs.
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Do You Need to Write a Formal Business Plan?
There is one big factor that determines whether you should put the time and effort into crafting a plan.
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5 Reasons to Write a Business Plan
There are any number of reasons why you need to create a business plan, including starting a business, seeking funding and more.
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The Navy SEAL’s 10-Step Approach for Creating the Ultimate Business Plan
Similar to mission planning in special operations, there are myriad unknown factors that entrepreneurs must consider before they unleash a new product or service.
By Jeff Boss
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How to Create a Business Plan Investors Will Love
Here are some strategies you can use to create a strong business plan that will translate into funding.
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How to Find the Purpose of Your Business Plan
Deciding how you intend to use your business plan is an important part of preparing to write it.
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Start With a Simple Business Plan and Grow It as Needed
Begin with a lean document that can guide your company's efforts internally. Add to it later on if investors or bankers need more details.
By Tim Berry
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Create a Personal Business Plan That You’ll Really Use
Develop a customized tool that will serve to focus you on your most important objectives. Write it in user-friendly prose so you'll check it weekly.
By Marty Fukuda
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7 Steps to a Finance-Centered Business Plan
If your startup calls for financing to get off the ground, follow this list to impress potential investors and lenders.
By Adam Toren
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Write a Winning Business Plan With These 8 Key Elements
Before you launch your company, create a document that will serve as its foundation.
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5 Steps for Creating a Long-Term Plan for Your Startup
Having a clear vision of your company's long-term trajectory is essential to ensuring its success.
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Don’t Go Too Lean. On America’s Main Street, Business Plans Still Work.
Don't kid yourself. For most new firms launching outside Silicon Valley, developing a startup strategy is essential.
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How Do I Build a Business Plan? (Infographic)
Take a look at this infographic for tips on how to write a great business plan.
By Nina Zipkin
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10 Reasons Not to Write a Business Plan
Writing a business plan isn't for everyone. Here are ten strategies you might be better off trying first.