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These 10 Key Elements Make a Business Plan Fundable

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You won’t impress investors by claiming that everyone in China needs one, and nobody else has exactly the right features to compete with you. Exit strategy. This section is only required when you expect outside investors. For a family business, don’t project an exit. Explain the business model.

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Investors Expect Ten Essentials in a Business Plan

Startup Professionals Musings

You won’t impress investors by claiming that everyone in China needs one, and nobody else has exactly the right features to compete with you. Exit strategy. This section is only required when you expect outside investors. For a family business, don’t project an exit. Explain the business model.

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What Successful Investors Teach Us About Investing In Startups

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If you can’t find a sure thing, the next best bet is to learn from the best practices of successful investors. Here are tips from active angel investors who have enjoyed success with some of today’s leading technology companies: Investors Rely on Networks. Understand the Exit Strategy.

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These 10 Key Elements Make a Business Plan Fundable

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You won’t impress investors by claiming that everyone in China needs one, and nobody else has exactly the right features to compete with you. Exit strategy. This section is only required when you expect outside investors. For a family business, don’t project an exit. Explain the business model.

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Ten Tips for an Investment-Grade Business Plan

Startup Professionals Musings

You won’t impress investors by claiming that everyone in China needs one, and nobody else has exactly the right features to compete with you. Exit strategy. This section is only required when you expect outside investors. For a family business, don’t project an exit. Explain the business model.