Business Plan Essentials You Always Wanted To Know
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Pages: 224 pages
Paperback (ISBN): 9781636511214
eBook (ISBN): 9781636511221
Hardback (Color): 9781636511238
Trim Size: 5.5” x 8.5”
Category: Business & Economics
Author: Dr. AnnaMaria Bliven, Vibrant Publishers
- Recognize the importance of a business plan
- Formulate a well-structured business plan
- Analyze their market and write a marketing and operational plan
- Discover various techniques for forming a business plan with the help of samples relevant to the real world.
A practical guide for business students, entrepreneurs, and veteran business owners for creating an effective business plan
A crucial factor that influences the success of a business is a Business Plan. Without a business plan, an organization crumples down.
Business Plan Essentials You Always Wanted to Know provides all the necessary hands-on tips and pieces of advice you will need to produce a pragmatic and useful business plan.
The book provides business plans and strategies for non-profit organizations, small service businesses, manufacturing businesses, and project developments with abundant samples that offer quick and smooth guidance about how to successfully bring a great business plan to life.The book simplifies all the necessary procedures you should follow in drafting your business plan and editing it in order to turn it into a powerful document that will streamline your adventure into entrepreneurship.
After reading this book, you will understand
- Basics of An Effective Business Plan
- How to Successfully Do Your Own Marketing and Market Analysis
- How to Make Financial Projections in Your Business Plan
- The Best Tricks for Designing and Editing a Useful Business Plan
1. Who Needs a Business Plan and for What Purposes?
1.1 Why Write a Business Plan
1.2 What Kind of Business Plan Do You Need?
1.3 Do You Know Your Business Pretty Well?
1.4 Getting Started
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary References
2. Understanding the Financials of Your Proposed or Existing Business
2.1 Budgeting for Startup Expenses
2.2 Estimating Prices and Projecting Sales Volumes
2.3 Forecasting Your Average Cost of Sales and Profit and Loss
2.4 Preparing Your Cash Flow Forecast
2.5 Ways to Raise Money
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary References
3. Writing Your Marketing and Operational Plan
3.1 Marketing Plan
3.2 Operational Plan
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary
References
4. Doing Your Marketing Analysis
4.1 Do You Understand Your Industry?
4.2 Which Market Segment Will You Be Serving (describing their demographics, geographics, buying habits, psychographics)
4.3 Who Are Your Major Competitors?
4.4 SWOT Analysis
4.5 What Are Your Business’s Competitive Advantages?
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary
References
5. Writing and Editing Your Business Plan
5.1 How to Organize Your Business Plan
5.2 Common Mistakes People Often Make When Developing Their Business Plans
5.3 Editing and Designing Your Business Plan
5.4 Using a Business Consultant
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary
References
6. Business Funding for Vet-Entrepreneurs
6.1 Applying for a business grant as a Vet Entrepreneur
6.2 Applying for Vet-Entrepreneurship Business Loans
6.3 Potential Investors for Vet-Entrepreneurs
6.4 Franchising for Veterans
6.5 Vet-Entrepreneurs Business Resources
6.6 Contract-Awarding Programs
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary
References
Glossary
7. Business Plan for Nonprofits
7.1 All You Need to Know about Developing a Business Plan for Nonprofits
7.2 A Sample Business Plan for Nonprofits
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary
References
8. Business Plan for a Small Service Business
8.1 Techniques for Developing A Great Business Plan for A Small Service Business
8.2 A Sample Business Plan for A Small Service Business
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary
References
9. Business Plan for a Manufacturing Business
9.1 Understanding the Main Elements in A Business Plan for A Manufacturing Business
9.2 A Sample Business Plan for A Manufacturing Business
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary
References
10. Business Plan for Project Development
10.1 How to Write An Effective Business Plan for Project Management
10.2 A Sample Business Plan for Project Management
Discussion Questions
Quiz
Chapter Summary
References
Conclusion
Appendix
Who Are Business Consultants and What Do They Do?
Online Business Resources
Books and Articles
Small Business Help: Where to Find Helpful Advice for Your Business
Dr. AnnaMaria Bliven has worked as a business professional for over 30 years developing and managing for-profit and not-for-profit companies. Starting with a career in travel, then military service, and eventually as an educator in higher education, Dr. Bliven has gained valuable experience and expertise she wishes to share so that others can enjoy their business journey ventures and succeed.
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Teaching business planning for thirty years has forced me to be highly selective when considering a textbook, template, or software purporting to be helpful to new business plan writers. Business Plan Essentials caught my eye and interest quickly because it is precisely the kind of material I want my students and clients to work with for a successful outcome.
-- Stephen O’Mara, Professor of Business Entrepreneurship, Mendocino College
This book is a thorough “how-to” that would be valuable to entrepreneurs, business students, juniors, and seniors in Management, Marketing, Operations, and Finance classes as it covers all the necessary fundamentals well in a language that is fluid and understandable. The structure, layout, and font of the book are excellent. The publishers did a great job and entrepreneurs and students will find this book a key tool for their pitch.
-- Fernando Pargas, Management Professor, James Madison University
This book is essential for new entrepreneurs looking to start a business as well as experienced business executives looking to expand into new areas within an existing enterprise. This book not only outlines the key elements of both simple and complex business plans but also offers practical advice on how to create these plans and deliver them with a special outcome in mind. The book leaves the reader feeling they are getting consultation from an expert on how to create a plan for their business.
-- David J. Fogarty PhD, MBA
I thought it was well-structured and easy to understand. It had great quizzes and discussion questions at the end of each chapter. I feel you have a great book here.
-- Dennis Gupton Instructor, Jones College of Business, Middle Tennessee State University
A particularly useful tool is the book’s demonstration of business plans for specific situations, such as the service sector, the manufacturing sector, and the non profit sector. The book successfully navigates the tricky balance of being comprehensive without overloading the reader.
-- Kurt Stanberry, MBA/JD, Professor of Business Law, University of Houston Downtown
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Customer Reviews
A well-structured and comprehensive book on business planning. The step-by-step approach makes it easy to follow and implement. I found the sections on financial planning particularly useful. However, a bit more detail on market research would have been helpful.
I found this book to be very helpful in understanding the key components of a business plan. The content is clear and concise, making it easy to follow. The templates provided are also very useful. However, more advanced readers might want a bit more in-depth analysis.
This book is an excellent guide for anyone looking to create a solid business plan. It breaks down complex concepts into simple, understandable terms and provides practical examples. Whether you're starting a new business or refining an existing one, this book is a must-read.
An excellent resource for anyone who needs to write a business plan. The book is well-organized and covers everything from market analysis to financial projections. I especially appreciated the real-world examples that made the concepts more relatable. Highly recommended!
This book is a valuable resource for entrepreneurs. It covers all the essential elements of a business plan and offers practical advice on how to execute it effectively. The examples and case studies are particularly insightful, making it easier to apply the concepts to real-life situations.
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