How to Write a Business Plan - Free Resources!
Wondering how to write a business plan? Definitely not an intuitive task! The exercise is usually a challenge for business owners, but it doesn’t need to be complicated. With a little bit of method and some good thinking, you could be writing an amazing story about your business. Want to find out more? This page regroups our main content on the matter – and most of it is free! Psss! Make sure to book your access to our free mini-course!
Wondering how to write a business plan? Hello!
Business Plans are Strategic.
Do you know where to start?
Writing a business plan is probably one of the most efficient ways to tell a unique story about your business. Still, the exercise is complicated for many business owners who don’t know where to start and have no idea about the methodology they should follow.
We know, because as business coaches we get asked the question all the time!
- What exactly is a business plan for?
- How to write a business plan step by step?
- What to include in a business plan?
- What are the components of a business plan?
These questions are typical, everyone asks about them, and the good news is that all it takes is a little bit of method, some efficient tools, and a little bit of time.
Resources, for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs
To make your life easier, we therefore built some insightful resources dedicated to business planning for small businesses and small business owners.
Most of this content is absolutely free (see the articles below!), but if you are ready to invest a little bit in yourself, the Impactified Business Plan Builder tool and videos will give you everything you need to get things done in no time!
Free 'How-to' Resources for Small Business Owners
Business Plan Building Tips:
Can You Keep a Secret?
Why is a business plan important for your business and how does it create opportunities? How to write a business plan step by step? What are the key components of a business plan? What to include? How to build your pitch? The articles below are what we call pillar content, and they’ll give you the basics you simply can’t miss. And of course, the Business Plan Builder Module goes through all that as well!
Contextual & Industry-focused business plan content
More business plan insights?
Sometimes, the key concepts are not enough, and business owners look for a little more context,. For that reason, we’re also writing some content that’s rather industry specific and tackles very pragmatic needs. For instance, business plans for tailors, restaurants and pet shops, we’ll keep adding new articles on a regular basis!
Free Business Plan Template & Mini-Course
A template & a Mini-Course?
Let us show you...
Sometimes, the best way to get things moving is to start from a model, so are giving you a FREE business plan template (produced through our Business Plan Builder tool, of course) AND a mini-course that will get you going in no time.
The template is complete and operational, you can start working with it in no time – all you’ll need to do is adapt it with your own storytelling.
The mini-course is built in an email format and lasts over five days, during which we’ll give you fundamental and easily actionnable tips you’ll also be able to use NOW! Oh, and just in case that’s relevant, the last mail in the course series is the ultimate checklist you absolutely have to have!
The package is worth $49, but for a limited time only we are making it available to you FREE! So, what are you waiting for? Sign-up and get things started NOW!
How to write a business plan: Questions & Answers!
Frequently Asked Questions!
Everything you asked is in there!
Do you have a free business plan template?
Yes! We have a few tools you can use for free to understand how to write a business plan. For instance, most of our business plan articles contain a link to our free business plan template, but we also created 5-day mini-course to give you some tips you really can’t afford to miss (normally worth $49, but available for free for a limited time!). Last but not least, if you’d rather read our free guide on writing a business plan step by step, that’s also possible!
Read Also: Writing a Business Plan? Download our Free Business Plan Template, Step by Step!
What is a business plan for?
Great question! People think that a business plan is one of those things you have to do because, well, you have to. In reality, however, a business plan is a fantastic storytelling tool every entrepreneur and business owner should leverage and turn into an asset. The exercise typically gives you an opportunity to think big, stand on the table and consider all the aspects you never look at – when do you get started?
Read also: What is a Business Plan For.
Why is a business plan important & how to use it?
Most business owners keep their nose to the grindstone and complain that their head is under the water. In such conditions, how on earth could they spend some time on strategic thinking, business planning and financial projections development? Going through the business plan exercise gives you a way to do all this, and to build a business with a plan for the future. Smart, don’t you think?
Read also: Why is a Business Plan Important for your Business?
Is there a typical business plan outline I should follow?
Yes! In fact, getting started with your business plan without having a good understanding of what’s expected from your from a structure perspective would be suicidal. It’s not complicated, really. You just have to know how to crack the code!
Read also: Business Plan Outline, Business Plan Format… What Does a Business Plan Look Like?
How long does it take to write a business plan?
Depends! Some write a business plan on just one page in a few hours (ahem! careful!) and some spend months on it for very little result. That’s because business owners typically have a hard time figuring out where to start and how to get it done. It’s a good thing we’re here, right?
Is it a good idea to work on a one-page business plan?
Again, it depends! If your idea is to focus on just one page to save time, then no, not a good idea. You will just lose your time! Instead, we suggest that you try and go through the whole exercise, and then turn your insights into a nicely designed one-pager!
Read also: One Page Business Plans: Are They That Easy?
How long should my business plan be?
How many pages should a business plan be, then? The question directly relates to the another key question: what to include in a business plan? There is a simple answer here: make it sharp but short!
Read also: How long should a business plan be?
How to make my business plan memorable?
How to make a business plan sexy and investor-friendly is a big topic and you absolutely want to be clear with it. Think storytelling (again) but think also structure, outline and design! There is a lot to do, but there is also a lot of competition out there so you can’t escape!
Read also: How to make a business plan look sexy & investor-friendly?
How to write a business plan without spending a fortune?
For starters, don’t ask anyone else to work on your business plan for you. We’re explaining you how to write a business plan on this page and on our free mini-course, so start from this and see where that leads you! If necessary, the Business Plan Builder is also there to take you by the hand!
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