A business plan is a vital tool that helps you organize and develop your ideas and goals, whether you’re a prospective business owner, the owner of a growing company, or somewhere in between.
There is no one right way to write a business plan, so don’t get caught up in trying to make your plan look like someone else’s. The goal is not to produce a boring document.
Instead, focus on assessing key areas of your business and developing a strategy for success.
Seeking financing? Lenders often require a written business plan.
We can help make sure your plan is realistic and complete. Our consultants will review your draft business plan, provide feedback, and answer questions.
Video: Dos and Don’ts of Writing a Business Plan
Failing to plan = planning to fail.
Your new or growing business needs a plan. Don’t skip the planning stage, and do utilize the services of ASBTDC as you plan for your business. Check out this video for some other basic business plan dos and don’ts.
Business Planning Tools
Business Plan Outline
No one wants to read a 100-page business plan much less write one. The ASBTDC’s “To the Point” business plan outline can help you focus on the most critical parts of a business.
To The Point Business Plan Outline
Al Punto Esquema Del Plan De Empresa – To The Point Business Outline (Spanish)
Sample Business Plan
Sometimes looking at an example helps. ASBTDC created this sample plan which follows the “To the Point” business plan outline. While your business type may be different, notice the types of information discussed in each section.
To The Point Business Plan Sample
Plan De Negocio De Muestra Al Punto – To the Point Business Plan Sample (Spanish)
Business Planning Printables
Fine-Tuning Your Business Idea
Monthly Income Statement (Budget) Projection Worksheet
Business Model Canvas
Another business planning tool is the Business Model Canvas. Canvanizer is one example. Your ASBTDC consultant can walk you through completing each section of the canvas.