"Profits are better than wages. Wages make you a living; Profits make you a fortune."
—Jim Rohn
"Many companies, at least initially, thought of the postpandemic return as an event; they would turn the lights on and go back to work just as they had done before. It is becoming increasingly clear, however, that for many, returning to work will be a process that could take a year or more, and that they cannot go back to the way they were. Instead, companies will want to seize the moment to reimagine and reinvent the future, building new muscle and capabilities to come back strong. Even well-run companies may find that they need to reinvent themselves more than once. Fortune will favor the bold—and the speedy."
—McKinsey & Company: Ready, Set, Go: Reinventing the Organization for Speed in the Post-COVID-19 Era
This free information section focuses on the topic of writing a business plan, why you need one, and how it can help you succeed in the capitalist world. From writing a mission statement to what you need to know about marketing, legal aspects, financial overview and operations, all the essential aspects of a business plan are covered. Finally, some tips for entrepreneurs will hopefully set you on the road to a successful life in small business.
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Contents
- ABOUT SMALL BUSINESS
What you need to know - THE BUSINESS PLAN
Basic structure - CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT
Keeping your plan confidential - MISSION STATEMENT
Check List - EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Check List - BUSINESS INTRODUCTION
Check List - BUSINESS PERSONNEL
Check List - BUSINESS MARKETING
Check List - BUSINESS LEGAL ASPECTS
Check List - BUSINESS FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Check List - BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Check List - BUSINESS CONCLUSION
Check List - BUSINESS APPENDICES
Check List - ESTABLISHING YOUR BUSINESS
Final Remarks - WORDS OF WISDOM
Tips for business operators - BIBLIOGRAPHY