Many people dream of starting their own business. Running an enterprise in your home, garage or on the go means you can take ...

When starting a business, a business plan is essential. Whether you are launching an online store or opening a brick-and-mortar shop, having a well-written business plan is crucial to your success. A ...

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So you’ve come up with an idea for a business and made the courageous decision to strike out on your own. You’ll get to work on your terms, become your own boss, and hopefully turn a profit by doing ...

You need to think of what you want and whether your plan’s findings suggest you’ll get it. For instance, is your objective to gain freedom from control by other people? If your plan shows that you’ll ...

There are three types of small business set up: sole trader, partnership or limited company. The set up you go for will ...

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A business plan is a comprehensive, written description of a company’s future path. It contains detailed operational and financial goals and the strategic plan to achieve those goals. It serves as a ...

Whether you’re using your business plan to attract investors, support a business loan application or guide your internal strategy, providing a high-level snapshot of its contents up front is essential ...