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9: Business Plan Resources
You don’t have to
struggle alone as you draft your business
plan. Books, Web sites and computer software
abound. You can get step-by-step guidance. You
can also get a look at sample business plans.
As you search through the
resources, remember to seek out advice that
applies to your type and size of business.
Look for sample plans that closely match the
format you intend to use.
Books
Web Sites
www.allbusiness.com
Here you can read
discussions of business plans, ask the experts
questions about b-plans and view samples of
plans.
www.bizplanit.com
This site offers the
Virtual Business Plan, a free online resource
that contains more than 75 pages of tips,
advice and examples.
www.bplans.com
Powered by Palo Alto
Software, this site offers planning articles
and sample plans. You can use the free Plan
Wizard to match sample plans to your business.
The site also provides information on how to
calculate costs, how to research a business
plan and how to present your finished product.
www.morebusiness.com
Get advice about writing
plans; sample plans; templates for your plan
and helpful articles.
www.sba.gov
All variety of business
plan resources. Click on “Starting Your
Business,” then on “Business Plans.”
Software
| Business
Plan Pro
The best-selling business
plan software on the market. Cost about $90. |
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BizPlan Builder 8.0
Interactive
A quick, easy way to bring your
business vision to life, leading
you through the process of
building a comprehensive business plan. |
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