Granite areas may be found at a lot of places but one of the most spectacular of all of them is Dartmoor. This area is huge and on the top of the hills, one can find outcrops of granite rock. The hills on which these rocks are found are called the Tors. This place also carries importance from the historical point of view. One can still find the remains of the Bronze Age such as the stone rows, circles, clapper bridges and burial chambers. The...more
When people marry theyve usually spent several months and even years dating before walking down the aisle.But when hiring employees -- another extremely close and long-term relationship -- employers usually only meet with a potential employee a handful of times before deciding to bring that person aboard. And, lets be honest, spending a few hours with someone is sometimes a poor way to make an employment decision.Workplace fraud and violence and...more
Of the many components of a business plan, a few of the most important to get right are the marketing plan, the management team description, and the financial plan. These sections are where the entrepreneur has a chance to show readers how the business will reach its customers, who the business will be run by and how they are qualified, and the financial results expected from the venture. Marketing PlanThe marketing plan must relate directly to the preceding three sections of the business plan: the industry, customer, and competitive analyses. Readers should see that the branding, promotion, distribution, and pricing described in the marketing plan is a natural outgrowth of this research. It is also important for readers to see signs of a decisive manager who is able to make strong and clear choices even with limited information to act upon. The company cannot seek every single customer in every single way, and choosing a clear strategy to market and limited tactics to use is important here. Management TeamThis section is an opportunity to prove that the management is well chosen for the task at hand and the functions they must execute. If co-founders intend to be the managers, it...more
By seeking out a sample business plan or template for your child care business you can successfully shortcut the writing process, saving a significant amount of time and money in the long-run.Sample PlansSecuring a sample plan specific to the child care business may be a tricky task. One way would be to contact successful child care centers in...more
When writing your construction companys business plan, describe what systems you will have in place to potentially manage multiple projects at the same time. Certainly, you dont want a situation where you have a great number of employees and pieces of equipment sitting idle between projects. However, you would like to not lose business as it comes...more
If you will need to raise outside money to fund your financial planning practice, writing a business plan is a must. In that business plan, you certainly must show that you have the financial experience to be able to advise clients to make wise decisions or to make sound investments on their behalf. However, showing your personal experience is not enough. The plan has to show the groundwork for a business that can achieve economies of scale - that is, the ability to grow 100% in revenue, for example, while growing less than 100% in cost.Business vs. Freelance WorkProving to investors that your firm is a fundable business and not just a way to reduce your personal tax liability, requires you to think like a business owner. Although, as you are starting out, the business may rely on your direct work with clients to bring in any revenue, you should have a plan to build on that foundation over time. That could be with products that you sell (i.e. reports, guides, spreadsheets), by pushing down lower skill work to employees, or by hiring additional advisors to work within the company. The plan could also be a system which will allow you to serve more clients per day and manage more...more
A key to any bar's success is having experienced, friendly, and attractive bartenders. This article provides specific areas you should pay attention to while in the bar business planning phase. Bar Design The proper bar design is important to...more
How to reach your intended constituents with your non profit's services is no mere afterthought for a non profit founder. These are some marketing methods to plan for and to describe in the marketing section of your non profit business plan. ...more
The old real estate mantra "location, location, location" applies just the same to your retail store. Here are three ways location can help or hurt your new business.Street VisibilityCreating the best street visibility for your retail store will...more
Finding a sample clothing store business plan to base your own on or at least to read over first, can set you on the right foot for a number of reasons.The Big PictureBy looking at a sample clothing store business plan before creating your own, you...more
Opening your own bakery should be a moment of pride and accomplishment. However, there are pitfalls which can derail this great moment. Look out for these common mistakes:Starting Financial Planning With Start-Up CostsWhen financial planning, start...more
What is my Company's Structure? The corporate structure of your restaurant business is integral to its success because it can affect the environment your company operates in, and even has legal implications that can limit your company's liability. ...more