It doesn't matter how much money
your business needs. If the investor/lender is sold, the money will be
there.
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You
lose 100% of the shots you don't take.
WAYNE
GRETZKY, Champion |
Sure, a business
proposal shows how
the money will be used, but that is a minor part.
Far more important in your plan
for business is the
feeling behind the plan.
This is great news for independent entrepreneurs. It
means that when you feel very strongly about the success of your business, it will outshine any deficiencies your business
proposal might have.
Your goal is to let that feeling of success shine through.
And let's make your job a lot easier.
Use what you can on this web site. Skip what you don't
need. Between the two of us, we can create a pretty spectacular
business proposal for your business.
How
Sophisticated Do Such Plans Need to Be?
That depends on two things:
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How much money do you need? And
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How badly do you need it?
If all you really need is $10,000 from Aunt Harriet, the
presentation probably doesn’t need to be very sophisticated.
If, on the other hand, you are looking for $15 million for
international expansion that is critical to your business, then the entire
presentation must be very persuasive AND very original, reflecting the talents
of you and your partners.
Most businesses fall somewhere in between. You, the
"somewhere in between" ones, will benefit most from this web site.
Your success is very do-able.
So let's
go create your business presentation.
To help us get started in the
right direction, here's an outline of the major sections of the website.
Feel free to jump in anywhere:
TEMPLATES
Some free. Some low cost.
There is lots of information about how to customize your business
plan to your industry.
Retail Bus Plans
Expand the possibilities with free retail business plans. From
miniature dollhouse shops to imported furniture warehouses, retail
businesses have a lot in common
Sample Restaurant Bus Plan
Restaurants come in all shapes and sizes. Here's how to customize
your presentation to suit your restaurant or cafe.
Service Bus Plan -- Your Key to Independence
Your service business plan is your key to independence in thousands
of industries, from steam cleaning to internet services to
professional speaker, and lots more.
Your Plan Templates
There are hundreds of business plan templates. Unique businesses
demand unique templates.
Online Plans - Your Key to Success
Online plans are the secret weapon for small business
financing - and a hidden dagger for the unwary.
HOW TO FINANCE A BUSINESS
The many options for how to finance a business include venture
capital, angel investors, IPO, business grants, and a number of other
creative avenues.
Small Business Grants
Look for small business grants from organizations and foundations,
both for local and regional prospects. Here is a great list to get
you started.
Investors for Small Business
Profit isn't the only consideration for investors for small
business. Make sure your business fits their profile.
Angel Investor Networks
Angel investor networks bring billions of dollars to small
businesses each year. Locate the best networks here.
Business Presentations for SBA
Business presentations for SBA loans garner millions and millions of dollars
each year, often for new and emerging businesses.
Reaching for
Venture Capital
Venture capital investments stand apart as a
dynamic introduction to the company.
Alternative Financing for Small Business
From bootstrapping to new venture capital money -- here are the top
alternative financing options for small business.
Small Business IPO
The small business IPO is now a very real option for companies
throughout the world.
Small Business Financing Options are Overflowing
There is more small business financing available than there are good
projects. Now is the time to bring your project front and forward.
WRITE
a plan with strength and conviction
Write a business plan confident that all bases are covered.
SOUND
OFF!
Jump on your soap box and Sound Off on How to Write Business Plans.
Your highs, your lows, your success, your not-so-successes. All are
welcome! This is also where you can post questions about using
the 7-Step Business Plan series.
Business Introduction Letter
A successful business introduction letter follows a simple, strong
outline.
Evaluating Business Plans
Key criteria for business proposals includes all the expected areas, and
some that are not so obvious.
Marketing Plans
Strong sources are essential for marketing plans.
Business Proposals
No matter who you are approaching, or what the project may be,
there is a simple standard for presenting that business proposal.
Writing Your Plan
When you're ready to sit down and write, follow a few standard
guidelines -- and a few that are new -- and you will just fine.
MINORITY BUSINESS LOANS
Thousands of entrepreneurs seek minority business loans -- and many of
them succeed. Yours, too, can be funded.
HOW TO START A SMALL BUSINESS -- with Savvy and Success
Deciding how to start a small business? Start here. Ideas, financing,
business plans, tricks of the trade.
GREAT ARTICLES for Small Business Entrepreneurs
Articles for small business, including some about investors for small
business, including venture capital, angel investors, SBA, business
grants and more.
THE PLAN FOR YOUR HOME BASED BUSINESS
Home based business plans face a whole list of issues just not present
in traditional businesses. Handling them effectively makes financing a
very real option
BUSINESS RESOURCES for Powerful Plans
Business resources for creating business proposals, and getting them
financed.
THE BRIEFING
Top business resources for venture capital, angel investment,
bootstrapping, SBA loans and business presentations.
HOT TOPICS FOR
SMALL BUSINESS PRESENTATIONS
Not certain where to begin? Take a peek around here and you will
get an idea or two.
YOUR PROFESSIONAL TEAM
Your professional team brings experience -- and pizaaz
-- to your business planning process. Use their expertise to your advantage..
BUSINESS PLANS BLOG
Get the latest news, updates and resources for business plans, venture
capital financing, bank financing, sba financing and minority loans.
CONTACT
We love to hear from you, no matter what.
Getting
Started
One of the best pieces of advice
that I ever got in business was: Just
do it. (I mean no
disrespect to the sport shoe company, but this phrase has been around for a
long time.)
Good, bad or indifferent.
Just do it.
Even if you can afford to hire
the top business plan writer in the country, don’t.
First do it yourself. Stretch
your talents, your research abilities, your financial skills, your
organizational talents.
Looking for funding will
likely be the most difficult thing you do as a business person, and the most
rewarding. It draws upon every skill you ever had, and some you never
realized were there.
