HOW TO WRITE A KILLER BUSINESS PLAN IN ONE WEEK If you have a business idea but don't where to start, this article is for you. If you have a startup that's progressing slowly or maybe needing venture capital, this article is also for you. The business plan is one of the greatest learning experiences an entrepreneur can encounter. Contrary to popular belief, the business plan is not for investors, or partners, or banks. The business plan is for you. It's a special time for the entrepreneur to fully understand who they are, the viability of their idea, and the strategies they will use to turn their dream into a profitable reality. It reminds me of this famous quote: HE WHO FAILS TO PLAN, PLANS TO FAIL. Over the last 12 years, I've written 11 comprehensive business plans. I have executed the strategies with success and I've even raised over $2.5 million with them. But comprehensive does not necessarily mean long. My typical business plan is 10-15 page
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