Business Plans Kit For Dummies [Paperback]

While Business Plans For Dummies covers the strategy of putting a business plan together, Business Plans Kit For Dummies covers how to put a business plan to work! This kit covers business plans for every stage (and every type) of business: e–business, sole proprietorships, small businesses, service companies, high–tech companies, non–profits –– even business plans for middle managers and restructuring a company. It emphasizes methods for obtaining funding and sources to tap for capital, and explains how to formulate business plans according to the planned business model –– bricks–and–mortar vs. e–business. It also includes updated terminology and jargon from the business planning and venture capital industries, and shows you how to gear specific plans for businesses in different phases of development (i.e., startup, expansion, etc.).

The painless way to turn your business plan into a well–oiled machine

Create business plans that'll bring you success — with this essential guide! Hey, entrepreneurs! Got a great idea but don't know where to take it? Relax, and let two experts show you the fun way to turn your ideas into gold. From attracting funding via proven methods to tapping secret sources for capital, this step–by–step companion puts your business in the fast lane to profitability! all this on the CD–ROM Valuable forms and materials, including: Business plans components chart Costs and overhead checklist Plus tons of online resources! Plan Write for Business, Quick Insight, and Business Plan Pro trials plus PlanMagic Business demo PC running Windows 95 or later; Power Macintosh running System 7.6 or later. See About the CD Appendix for details and complete system requirements.

Discover how to: Identify your company's mission and vision Size up your customers and check out the competition Adjust your plan to fit your needs Obtain funding Forecast and budget

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Steven Peterson, PhD, is senior partner and founder of Home Planet Technologies. Peter E. Jaret is an award–winning freelance writer and marketing consultant for companies including The California Endowment and WebMD.