Master Guide: The Perfect Business Plan
 
Essential guide that walks you through creating a business plan to achieve your goals. It covers everything from strategy to execution, ensuring your plan sets you up for success.
 
Table of content
 
Introduction
What Is A Business Plan?
Who Needs A Business Plan?
Why It Is Important?
- Strategic Planning
- Evaluating Idea
- Research
- Recruiting
- Competitions
Types Of Business Plans
- Traditional Business Plan
- Lean Business Plan
- Nonprofit Business Plan
Benefits Of A Perfect Business Plan
- See The Whole Business
- Strategic Focus
- Set Priorities
- Manage Change
- Develop Accountability
- Manage Cash
- Strategic Alignment
- Milestones
- Metrics
- Realistic Regular Reminders To Keep On Track
What Should You Do Before You Write Your Business Plan?
How To Create A Perfect Business Plan: A Step-By-Step Guide
- Create Title Page And Contents
- Draft An Executive Summary
- Describe Your Company
- Perform A Market Analysis
- Competitive Analysis
- Outline The Management And Organization
- List Your Products And Services
- Perform Customer Segmentation
- Define A Marketing Plan
- Provide A Logistics And Operations Plan
- Make A Financial Plan
- Supporting Documents
Common Mistakes When Writing A Business Plan
- Making A Long-Winded Business Plan
- Underestimating User Acquisition
- Striving To Create A ‘perfect Plan’
- Failing To Research The Target Market
- Forgetting Cash Flow
- Thinking A Business Can’t Be Started Without A Formal Plan
- Misunderstanding The Plan’s Purpose
- Underestimating The Competition
- Leaving Little Room To Pivot
What To Do After Writing A Business Plan?
- Get Help
- Make Sure It Connects To Your Purpose
- Begin To Test And Measure
- Use The 80/20 Rule
- Learn Something New
Tips For Writing A Business Plan
- Don’t Be Long-Winded
- Show Why You Care
- Provide Supporting Documents
- Reference Data
- Research, Research, Research
- Clearly Demonstrate Your Points Of Difference
- Be Objective In Your Research
- Know The Purpose Of Your Plan
- Identify Your Audience
- Avoid Jargon
- Don’t Be Afraid To Change It
- Use It
Conclusion