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- The Presentation
Now that you’ve got the world’s best business plan, learn how to share it in a meaningful way.
- What’s a business plan, anyway?
A business plan explains what a business does, how it plans on making money, and why other people should care. Investors aren’t your only audience. Business plans can help you keep track of why you created your business in the first place. Having data, goals, and a clear vision all in one place can help you make important decisions later on.
- Why does the business exist?
The first section of a business plan explains what exactly the business does. Opening a restaurant? Creating a travel agency? Be clear about what you do. Now explain why! Why are you passionate about this business? How did you get started? A few sentences about your story can go a long way in convincing someone to invest. Passion goes a long way. Be sure to share it. Open a document and explain your why. (Or use pen and paper)
- Thinking Ahead
Learn how to showcase your business.
- How to Create a Business Plan
Ready to achieve your business goals? A business plan is your secret weapon to get everyone excited about what’s next.
- What will it cost?
What about the things you need? New locations? Hiring new employees? Provide as many details as possible. After listing the expected expenses, focus on the exciting stuff: profits. How much do you expect your business to earn by the end of the year? And how can your investors benefit from your success?
- What’s next?
Every business plan needs to end with a clear statement about why your business is worth investing in. A big part of this is showing your expectations for the future. How will your business expand in five years, or ten? How big can it grow? Be realistic, but also hopeful. This is the place to lay out your vision and really emphasise why the chance to be part of your business is a can’t-miss opportunity.
- The Basics
Learn what a business plan is and why you need one.
