Business Planning Demystified

10 Common Business Plan Mistakes
May 13, 2008, 1:25 PM
A list of lists of top 10 business plan mistakes.

Develop a Team While You Develop a Plan
May 09, 2008, 8:10 AM
Most startups come from small teams of entrepreneurs who develop the business plan together. Bring in different skill sets.

Match Projected Cash Flow to Needs for Investment Requests
May 08, 2008, 5:10 PM
If you're seeking investment, you should always have a plan that puts the investors' money to good use. Never ask for investment when the projected cash flow doesn't show that you really need it. Always show a use of funds table that gives the would-be investors the satisfaction of knowing that their money, if they invest it, will really contribute to growing the value of your company.

Don't Overestimate Profits
May 01, 2008, 4:50 AM
Don't make the mistake of projecting unrealistic profits in your business plan.

A Good Thorough Review of Raising Capital
April 29, 2008, 12:05 AM
If you're looking at high-end venture capital investment for your business plan, I suggest you go to Stephen Fleming's Academic VC blog and read through his 12-part "Raising Capital" series.

What's Success to You?
April 23, 2008, 9:30 AM
Your business plan should include defining success. It isn't always as obvious as you might think.

Don't Mix Up Assets and Expenses
April 16, 2008, 5:35 PM
Annoying, but get over it. Don't call assets expenses, and don't call expenses assets. It's not a trivial distinction, it changes your business books, and the IRS cares about it a lot.

Build a Bedrock Foundation
April 15, 2008, 3:35 AM
A well-written business plan should be the bedrock foundation of your business. It encompasses your vision your message, your organization, your marketing, and even your business financing.

Q&A: How Can the Plan Be Adjusted
April 14, 2008, 4:20 AM
Don't worry, just do it. Just tell your story. Your plan isn't a checklist for an academic term paper or thesis, it's a plan, meaning what's going to happen and how much it's going to cost.

Women 2.0 Business Plan Competition
April 10, 2008, 3:50 AM
The women 2.0 business plan competition is still open.