The industry analysis section of a business plan is sometimes overlooked by entrepreneurs focused on the specifics of their business. However, this section offers an important opportunity for the business owner to step back and relate their planned business to the larger market it operates within. This is a chance to look at the attractiveness of the industry as it relates to new firms starting out, cost and revenue drivers which will be key...more
The introduction of your business plan, consisting of the cover sheet, executive summary, and company overview, must go beyond communicating details about your business plan and concepts to hook the reader on the plan, much like an introduction to any article or novel. However, a business plans introduction does this both by saying nothing that reads as illogical or incorrect to funders as well as by appealing to what they are interested in:...more
The saying that cash is king is never more true than for a small business owner. While large businesses may sit on huge reserves of cash and not be worried about borrowing when it runs low, a small business has to worry. A business plan for a small business should address these cash concerns. Startup CashA primary reason to create a business plan is to be able to raise capital. Before doing so, the small business entrepreneur must know how much cash will be required to launch. The startup cash needs are determined by this equation: total payments needed before launch + shortfall between cash inflows for operations and cash outflows for expenses until break-even + a cash reserve. Entrepreneurs will often forget one of the last two numbers, raising only enough to cover the expenses prior to launch and forgetting that additional cash must be on hand to carry the business through its early months (or years) before it generates its own cash through operations. It can be very difficult to go back to funders for more money just as the company is ready to launch. Funding may not be forthcoming, or may be available only at punishing interest rates. Think ahead to plan for the full startup...more
Real estate is a good investment option that yields handsome returns over a long term. Those planning to invest in York region real estate have various options to choose from. Let us look at some of them. Apartments _ If you are interested in owning an apartment in York region, then you are spoilt for choice. You can select anything from...more
Chlorination is one of oldest and most effective ways of purifying the water. The process is all about making water free of various pathogenic microorganisms, which can cause serious diseases like cholera, typhoid, gastroenteritis, dysentery, and others. This method is also a cost effective water purifying method as it does not take much dollars to...more
Deciding to engage in article marketing to promote your online business is a worthy goal. However, without a proper article marketing strategy, your writing efforts may not achieve desired results. In addition, improper article distribution further hinders you realizing your article marketing goals.Let's consider your article marketing strategy first. Before you begin content writing, you must understand the wants and needs of your niche. It pays you no dividends to create an information-filled article on a topic that's not relevant to your audience. You end up with a well-written article that no one wants.Therefore, research what topics are hot within your niche. Learn what people are talking about by checking out social forums dedicated to your area of interest. You can also check out various blogs and websites that discuss topics related to products you're promoting. Read the comments on blogs to get an idea of your niche's concerns.This initial research is a vital part of your article marketing strategy. It helps you select topics that are sure to interest your target audience. You virtually guarantee they will read your articles when they find them. Think of it, if they're...more
When buying property we don't always take the time to loo at some of the key things that may cause us hassle or grief once the property has settled. Some of these things are not what you would typically expect building inspectors to notice.When you...more
Africa's growth is very exceptional. This is because despite the global financial crisis, it is the region who stood out and showed magnificent development. Since then, Africa became the center of attraction amongst developed countries. They see more...more
Are you asking this question, "Can you make money taking surveys online?" The short answer is yes. Paid survey is one way to make legitimate money online. However, if you decide to participate in paid surveys, there are certain basic information you...more
In earlier days,if you want to purchase any thing,you need to go to a store and the purchase whatever you needs.From the past decade,the internet revolution has made the entire world as a global village.With the help of this internet,you can purchase...more
Examples of electric outdoor advertising signs are everywhere. You can see them on any number of buildings retail businesses, restaurants, mall stores and hospitals, to name but a few. Nearly every business or organization uses some form of exterior...more
Sta Rosa Laguna has grown from an unknown province in the South to one of the fastest growing and developing towns in Laguna. Ayala Land has settled in its warm embrace thru Nuvali, posed to be the Makati of the South. One of its project developments...more