Introduction to Business Plans
  • How to use this course to create the perfect business plan
  • The three things you need to know before you start
First, you cover the basics...
  • Executive Summary: Aim for the heart!
  • Product: What's your UVP?
  • Customer: Show how much you know
  • Marketing Strategy: Don't let this sneak up on you!
  • Operations: What are you going to build?
Second, you analyze "the world"
  • Industry Analysis: Why are you the long-term winner?
  • Key Risks: Here's the secret you didn't expect...
Third, put numbers on everything
  • Financials (Part 1): The four major sections
  • Financials (Part 2): The secret to solid numbers
Finally, set up the important conversation
  • Management Team: Are you uniquely positioned to win?
  • Timeline & Next Steps: The smooth transition...
  • Appendix: How you should use it
  • BONUS: A few closing thoughts
TEMPLATES: Word and PowerPoint
  • Download templates and easily create your own business plan