Why Is a Business Plan Important? Starting a business without a plan is akin to embarking on an arduous journey without a map or compass. Here are the key ways a business plan will help your company ...

From employees to investors, your business plan will be seen by vastly different audiences. Here’s how to fine-tune it to accomplish your goals. Why Should You Customize Your Business Plan for ...

As a savvy, service-based business, you’ve put together a smart business plan. You implemented all the right strategies, and yet... it’s not working. Hard truth: The best business strategies won’t ...

When new or aspiring entrepreneurs are just starting out, many are unaware of the funding challenges that await them. From market research and product development to staffing considerations and ...

It pays to plan. Entrepreneurs who write business plans are more likely to succeed, according to our research, described in an earlier piece for Harvard Business Review. But while this might tempt ...

Most entrepreneurs are risk-takers by nature, or at minimum calculated visionaries with a clear plan of action to launch a new product or service to fill a gap in the industry. On a personal level, ...

Smart succession planning helps small business owners preserve legacy, protect jobs, and create long-term community impact.