Column Archive
Budget Strategically to Stay on CourseThese 9 tips will help you manage your budget, steer straight and control your destiny.
08/28/2008
It's Time to Rethink the Business Plan OutlineUse these tips as a guide to help you make the most of your time when creating a business plan.
08/08/2008
Use Your Leadership Style to Make Your Best Business Plan YetFind out what kind of a thinker--and business owner--you are by asking these strategic questions.
07/24/2008
For Real Planning, Start With the Review ScheduleStop letting all your management plans slip through your fingers with efficient meetings that track progress.
03/13/2008
The Plan-as-You-Go Business PlanThis year, consider a new approach that could change how you plan--and manage--your business.
12/31/2007
10 Critical Cash Flow RulesProtect your business from a common cause of failure by following these cash management tips.
11/30/2007
Don't Give Away Ownership EasilyUnfortunately, you can't always retain full ownership of your company. If that's the case, here are some potential hazards to watch out for.
10/31/2007
The Perils of Step-by-Step PlanningThis strategy is a good start, but you need to be realistic about its long-term effectiveness.
09/30/2007
Be Realistic About Startup FinancingGreat idea, no money and no investors. No problem? Think again.
08/31/2007
Use SWOT to Kick-start Your PlanningGetting key players involved and brainstorming could be what your company needs to get to the next level.
07/23/2007
Building a Strategy PyramidNeed help implementing your ideas? This approach may provide you with the structure you need.
06/13/2007
The Facts About Financial ProjectionsAre you putting off making financial projections for your business plan? They're not as complicated as they sound.
05/14/2007
Creating Sales Forecasts While you can never really predict the future, there are ways to make more educated guesses for your business plan.
04/27/2007
No Plan, No Problem?Though formal business plans have been getting some flack, you still can't skip the planning process.
03/15/2007
Nervous About Writing Your Business Plan? If the thought of putting pen to paper makes your knees weak, know that your plan is less about perfect prose and more about the bottom line.
02/06/2007
The Problem With Unplanned GrowthOne all-too-common business planning pitfall is not planning for quick growth. See how one company got into trouble, then got out again.
01/10/2007
Putting Share Ownership in a Business PlanUnderstanding the fundamentals of share ownership and the importance of including the details in your business plan.
12/14/2006
Are You Keeping to Your Business Plan?Learn from one entrepreneur’s story of how not sticking to an important part of his startup plan landed him in a sticky situation.
11/01/2006
Planning to Become a Real Estate BrokerAnswer these 3 key questions to form the basis of your real estate broker business plan.
10/09/2006
The Plan for a Consulting BusinessEven if you’re already an expert in your field, a business plan can help keep you on track.
09/11/2006
Planning for a RestaurantGet a business plan in place before you open a restaurant.
08/14/2006
Updating Your Business PlanOur coach explains why constantly updating your business plan is the key to growing successfully.
06/12/2006
Hiring Outside Help for Your Business PlanThe good, bad and ugly of hiring business-plan consultants
05/01/2006
Should I Take My Business Plan Online?Posting your plan online is easy and safe--as long as you know what to expect.
04/10/2006
15 Reasons You Need a Business PlanWhether you're just starting out, growing your business or seeking outside help, a well-thought-out business plan is the vehicle you need to get you there.
03/13/2006
Existing Companies Need Planning, TooBusiness plans aren't just for startups. Get on the fast track to growth with an annual strategic plan.
02/13/2006
Determining a Plan for Setting PricesGuarantee a smooth startup by building a pricing strategy into your business plan.
01/01/2006
Writing an Executive SummaryConfused about what an executive summary is--and how long it should be? Our business plan coach sets the record straight.
12/12/2005
What Bankers Look For in a PlanWhen applying for a small-business bank loan, it's important to know what your business plan needs to contain to give you an edge.
10/03/2005
What Investors Look For in a PlanFrom venture capitalists to angel investors, here's what your business plan needs to include to catch the eye of startup investors.
09/12/2005
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