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Business Plan Tips

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How to prepare your business to cope without you
[May 15, 2008] As the founder of your business and the person who is the driving force, you are probably the key factor behind its success. It is worth spending some time putting in place a plan for your business to cope in your unplanned absence.
 
An Inconvenient Truth – lessons in pitching for entrepreneurs
[April 14, 2008] A number of lessons in Al Gore's climate change documentary for those of us interested in the field of business planning and specifically, the pitching of business plans.
 
Guide to business continuity for one man bands
[March 10, 2008] How would you earn money if something happened to you or your business? Here is our guide to getting a simple business continuity plan together for one man bands and micro sized businesses.
 
Guide to successful business planning
[March 3, 2008] There is a lot to be gained from business planning but many businesses will search for a million reasons to avoid it. However large or small your business is, planning for the future is critical to its success.
 
Guide to writing a winning business proposal
[January 7, 2008] A well-written and attractively presented business proposal is a crucial sales tool, which can make the difference between a winning proposal and losing venture.
 
Securing Business Funding - The Dragons' Perspective
[December 20, 2007] Some of the key mistakes being made by contestants on BBC's Dragons' Den and general tips for future entrepreneurs pitching to investors.
 
Business Planning - Plan your exit strategy before you start
[November 29, 2007] It’s sensible to put your exit strategy in your business plan and review it annually. That way you can ensure the business is on track to achieve what you really need from it.
 
Why you need a cash flow forecast and how to do one
[October 9, 2007] A cash flow forecast is a simple tool that will allow you to spot an obvious gap in your finances before it happens, allowing you to take steps to minimise the effects, such as take out a short-term loan.
 
The warning signs your business plan is unrealistic
[September 12, 2007] When you ask people who have been in business for a few years to look back at their original plan and compare it to what they’re doing now, most will laugh. Here are 5 warning signs your business plan is unrealistic
 
Business Plan Resources - Online Tools
[September 10, 2007] There are numerous tools and sources of information online that allow you to research and plan virtually any business idea. A list of our favourite business plan resources
 
Business Plans – Plan to survive a business catastrophe
[September 6, 2007] Here are seven simple steps to a writing a simple but powerful disaster recovery plan
 
Business plans – Using a mentor or coach to grow
[September 3, 2007] Typically mentors are people with experience in your industry, or at least of building up a business. Your mentor will work as a sounding board offering advice when it’s needed. An overview of the mentoring process.
 
Reviewing how your business is performing
[August 3, 2007] It's easy to focus on the day-to-day running of your business. But once your business is established, it's time to start planning again. Here are some guidelines on how you can measure how your business is performing and plan improvements.
 
A concise guide to business plan preparation
[June 22, 2007] When writing a business plan, it is essential that you succinctly provide the right type of information to enable your would-be lender to make an informed decision with ease.
 
How to write an effective marketing plan
[May 21, 2007] A marketing plan is a core component of any business plan. It relates specifically to the marketing of a particular product or service. Here's how to write an effective marketing plan.
 
How to deliver a winning business plan pitch
[May 15, 2007] After a business plan has been written, the next stage often involves pitching the plan to prospective investors. Here are 10 tips to maximise your chances of success when pitching to investors.
 
How to produce a competitive analysis
[April 19, 2007] A good competitive analysis varies according to what industry you're in and your specific marketing plan and situation. Here's a guide to how to produce a competitive analysis for your business.
 
How to plan Business Growth - Top Tips
[April 2, 2007] In her latest article for Bytestart readers, Helen Cracknell from Business Link, looks at the first steps to take when planning growth.
 
Why do I need a Business Plan?
[March 1, 2007] Business planning is not just for start-ups; it is an essential element of running any successful business, particularly given the growing uncertainty we face and the unyielding shifts in consumer behaviour.
 
How to restructure and reorganise your business
[February 8, 2007] The principal reason for restructuring or reorganising your business is to make sure it is in the best position to achieve its objectives as the business grows.

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