Choose between a detailed traditional business plan or a lean startup version that prioritizes flexibility. A strong business ...

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Think a business plan is just paperwork? Think again. It’s essential for making a success of a venture. 70% of businesses that survive beyond 5 years follow a strategic plan. Aspiring entrepreneurs ...

One out of every 10 adults in the United States embarks on the entrepreneurial road to capitalize on what he feels is an idea sure to succeed. Research shows that most new businesses fail due to ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Jessica D. Herrin’s first experience presenting a business plan to investors taught her many lessons, including a hard-knocks course in ...

In 2017, Nitsan Raiter had quit her job as a social media manager at a global beauty brand, to take her side hustle as an influencer, full-time. She felt the undeniable pull in her gut, telling her to ...

A marketing plan is an essential planning element for a new small business. The marketing plan describes the products and services of the business, identifies the customers and creates a strategy by ...

Budget planning is a continuous strategic process, not a one-time chore. Businesses failing to embrace this process risk ...