Up and Running

MAY 1, 2014

> Know your audience. Your plan should be written in a language that your audience will understand. Your business plan isn’t complete without a financial forecast. Advertising. Your business plan should include an overview of the kinds of advertising you plan to spend money on. Will you be advertising online?

Business Plan 163

Business Plan Forecast Balance Sheet Distribution 163

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AUGUST 28, 2018

Ultimately, no matter which type of business plan fits your practice’s needs the best, remember: keep it short, know your audience, and don’t be intimidated. Revisit and update it regularly by comparing your forecasts to your actuals and adjusting as necessary. Your funding ask and exit strategy, if applicable.

Business Plan 72

Business Plan Technical Review Exit Strategy Oregon 72

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

If you’re selling a box that curates hair products for wealthy, curly-haired men, you probably don’t want to use your marketing dollars to advertise to people outside of your demographic. It can be tempting to think that you’re going to advertise to everyone everywhere—but that’s a huge and fairly unnecessary expense. Milestones.

Business Plan 63

Business Plan Curation Balance Sheet Intellectual Property 63

Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Estimate your basic expenses and forecast sales to ensure that you can make a profit with your business. Now you know a bit more about your target audience, you’ve got the opportunity—through your brand—to grab their attention. Sales forecast. Know your exit strategy. Post advertisements for the jobs.

Elevator Pitch 60

Elevator Pitch Startup Balance Sheet Forecast 60

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MAY 22, 2018

Before you open a food truck, the MVP for you could be selling from temporary locations where you find your target audience. Demonstrating to investors that you have a handle on key business metrics as they relate to your business model and forecast is essential. Describe your exit strategy. Don’t be coy.

Exit Strategy 90

Exit Strategy Angel Investor Search Elevator Pitch 90