A business plan has a lot of important elements to help you secure funding and launch a new business. That’s why we’ve been spending some time talking about what to include in different sections or types of business plans. Arguably, one of the most important parts of a business plan is the financial section, especially when using the plan to secure investments. Potential investors want to see...

If you are applying as an EB-5 immigrant investor, there are many steps you have to follow to get visa approval. One of these important pieces is the business plan. It’s not your average business plan — it needs to be very comprehensive, covering more information than a traditional plan. Here are some tips on what goes into your EB-5 business plan from our What to Include blog...

There are many different elements to a business plan: the executive summary, business overview, sales and marketing plans, financial projections and market research and analysis. As you work to create your business and craft a strong, effective business plan that can land you business partners, funding and employees, you may be wondering what you should be researching and analyzing in the...

Chances are your smartphone is nearly always in your pocket or hand. Most people — especially business owners — have their devices close at hand these days, so they can stay in touch and keep on top of everything going on in their life. If this sounds like you, here are tools and apps you can download to better manage your business, your time and your life. FreshBooks: Oversee cash...

You’ve seen a need for a product or service, or a gap in what’s currently being offered in the market. You know you have a great idea for providing the product or service in a way that consumers will respond to in a positive way. So, you’ve decided to start a business. Congratulations! But what exactly goes into the business planning process? First, you need to review the market. What’s going...

As an entrepreneur, you know you have creative, innovative ideas. But putting those ideas into action can be a challenge. You have ideas, and work experience, and goals, and dreams. Actually starting a business, that’s a whole different ballpark from pretty much anything you’ve done before. However, it can be done with some work – and some help from your connections. Here are five proven...

As you work to get your business launched, you know there are a lot of steps before you can officially open for the first time. You need to get funding, find employees and put together your pricing structure. But how can you do all of this and make sure everything gets done? A business plan can be your road map, from business ideation all the way through the first few years of operation. This...

A business plan is perhaps the most important tool when it comes to startups and expansions. It is not only of major strategic importance for entrepreneurs but is also the key factor in the decision making process of venture capitalists and banks when deciding upon loans. A business plan is what you will derive everything from, including elevator pitches, legal frameworks, and contracts. It...

It’s a life-altering experience watching your dreams of a small business come to life. Even greater when that business is successful. For many, business scaling is a part of the plan from the very inception of the business concept. For others, business scaling happens suddenly. Either way, are you ready to do what’s required to keep up with a growing business? Identify Your...

Developing the appropriate business leadership skills doesn’t happen overnight, especially the kind that help you scale a startup. These leadership traits come when regular business people become proactive about accessing their long-term potential. Gaining some of these traits even require letting old habits die. Delegate You can’t go it alone. Even though you’ve been told...

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