Work Less, Earn More EP 75: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Your Business Plan
Most of us wouldn’t consider setting out on a trip without a map.
Sure, if you start driving without a map, you might have a fun, interesting experience, but you’re probably not going to be able to get to a specific destination.
If making it to your particular destination is important to you, you start your trip by pulling up Google maps and plugging in that address.
But it is amazing how many people think that they can get to their destination without a map when it comes to starting a business.
They have a general idea of what business they want to start or what product they want to sell, but they don't take the time to come up with a plan for how they're going to build a particular business.
In fact, a lot of people don't even know exactly what they're trying to build.
Building a business without a plan can still potentially be a fun and interesting experience, but it can also potentially be a big waste of time.
Today, I’m going to talk you through exactly how to quickly and easily write a business plan to ensure that you have a solid road map for how you’re going to build your business and where you’re trying to take the company, so you can avoid wasting your time, energy and maybe a whole lot of money along the way.
Listen to the full episode to hear:
- Six essential sections for your business plan
- The elements you need to consider for your messaging, marketing, products, and production and delivery
- How to plan and break down your financial goals, even before you’re made your first sale
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