How to Write a Business Plan
When starting a business plan, making an outline will help get your point against to others. It will also help you stay organized and making sure you account for expenses. Business plans explain what you what to do with your business and goals you have. When filling out be as descriptive as possible and try to account for everything, it is easier to take things away then trying to add them on later. Especially, if you need a loan, it’s easier to subtract from the total amount after than trying to scramble for money if you do not have enough.
Example of a Business Plan Outline:
1. Executive Summary
a. Business Objectives
b. Vision/Mission Statement
2. Business Description and Vision
a. Business Profile
b. Vision/Mission Statement
c. Business Objectives
3. Definition of the Market
a. Industry Description
b. Competition Analysis
c. Target Market
4. Description of the Products and Services
a. Products and Services
b. Competitive Advantage
5. Organization and Management
a. Organization Structure
b. Organizational Management
c. Organizational Accreditations/Licenses
6. Marketing and Sales Strategy
a. Market Description
b. Product Distribution
c. Sales Strategy
7. Financial Management
a. Startup Requirements
b. Startup Budget
c. Projected Cash Flow Statement (12 Month)
8. Conclusion
Example of a Business Plan Outline:
1. Executive Summary
a. Business Objectives
b. Vision/Mission Statement
2. Business Description and Vision
a. Business Profile
b. Vision/Mission Statement
c. Business Objectives
3. Definition of the Market
a. Industry Description
b. Competition Analysis
c. Target Market
4. Description of the Products and Services
a. Products and Services
b. Competitive Advantage
5. Organization and Management
a. Organization Structure
b. Organizational Management
c. Organizational Accreditations/Licenses
6. Marketing and Sales Strategy
a. Market Description
b. Product Distribution
c. Sales Strategy
7. Financial Management
a. Startup Requirements
b. Startup Budget
c. Projected Cash Flow Statement (12 Month)
8. Conclusion