Business Plan 101

The Small Business Administration (SBA) defines a Business Plan as “an essential roadmap for business success. This living, breathing document generally projects 3-5 years ahead and outlines the route a company intends to take to reach, maintain and grow revenues. A well thought out plan also helps you to step-back and think objectively about the key elements of your business venture and informs your decision-making.”

The resources below will provide information about the business plan from Teach A CEO and CEO Blog Nation.

• Executive Summary
• General Company Description
• Products and Services
• The Market and Competitors
• Marketing Strategy
• Operations Plan (how business is run on a day-to-day basis)
• Management and Organization
• Overall Schedule
• Critical Risks and Problems
• Personal Financial Statements
• Financial History
• Financial Plan
• Technology Plan
• Appendix

Relevant Articles

• Sections of A Business Plan: Business Plan 101 (via Teach A CEO)
• Did You Write A Business Plan? Why or Why Not? (via Teach A CEO)