A business plan is almost essential for entrepreneurs who are seeking to raise money to help fund their companies. In fact, business plans are so closely tied to fundraising that many entrepreneurs ...

A business financial plan helps small businesses track revenue, expenses and growth opportunities. Key components typically include cash flow forecasting, budgeting and financial projections. A solid ...

Starting a business without a plan is like driving in an unfamiliar city with no GPS—you might eventually reach your destination, but you’ll likely take many wrong turns along the way. A well-crafted ...

Entrepreneurs can replace complexity with a one-word business plan — a simple, powerful theme that aligns their vision, motivates their team and drives results all year long. Reflect on your past 12 ...

This article is published by AllBusiness.com, a partner of TIME. Starting a business is an exciting yet challenging endeavor that requires careful planning and clear direction. Whether you are opening ...

A business plan is a crucial document for starting a business, detailing each element and helping entrepreneurs consider all necessary aspects. It typically includes sections like an introduction, ...

There is an old saying that if you fail to plan, then you are planning to fail. The starting point for any trucking company executive in trying to lead his company through turbulent times is the ...

This article appears in the March 2021 issue of Investment Executive. Subscribe to the print edition, read the digital edition or read the articles online. “Coach’s Forum” is a place to ask your ...

Byron Sheardown wasn't about to let tough economic times in late 2008 and early 2009 deter him from his goal of purchasing International Web Express Inc., a Coquitlam, B.C. firm that prints ...

When you put a plan in writing, it is much more likely to come to fruition than if you just “wing it,” says April-Lynn Levitt, coach with the Personal Coach in Oakville, Ont. The act of planning — and ...