Small Business Planning

Business Planning Statistics show that most businesses fail within the first two years.  For the average person, business success takes planning, creativity, focus, adaptability and commitment.  To become more business savvy you can save on business courses by looking into online business degrees" Business Planning can: Expedite success by maintaining focus. Hold you and your staff accountable for results. Reduce expenses and increase profits.  Reduce your risk of business failure.  Attract investors and raise capital. Identify new opportunities for products and services. Increase market share. Assist in company branding. Identify problems before they escalate. Most Businesses with Any Employees Need: A Vision/Mission Statement A Human Resource Program and Manual Operating Policies & Procedures Manual Monthly Profit & Loss Statements Projected Sales & Profit and Loss Objectives Monthly Cash Flow & Balance Sheet Statements An Up-to-Date Business Break-Even Analysis Up-to-Date Business Goals Marketing & Advertising Plan and Budget More FREE Tips for Business Success Business Planning Services: As of August, 2009, we no longer offer full business plans as one of our services.  However, if you need one to obtain financing, etc., we can refer you to a qualified Business Planner who would be happy to help you. We Offer These Business Planning Services: Consult and help establish short term priorties to build your business, usually focusing on two to three months at a time. Offer ongoing business coaching by telephone Assistance with marketing ideas to implement Business Consulting in person or by telephone Assistance optimizing the profitability of your business Assistance with business start ups

. "A dream without a plan is just a desire.  And everyone has those."       -Jeff Richards Effective Goals that Drive Success are: Specific in written format, yet easy to remember. Structured in a positive format. Measurable with specific timelines. Realistic, controllable and attainable. Meaningful and relevant to those who will execute them. Provide emotional satisfaction to those who will achieve them. Reviewed often and are broken down into easy tasks. All contents copyright Jeff Richards FREE Business Consultation Important Goal Categories for Most Businesses of Almost Any Size People Development Operations & Customer Care Sales & Sales Growth Profitability & Cash Flow Administration   Most Small Businesses Need: A Good Business Name A Professional Business Logo A Good Advertising Slogan Professional Business Cards A Professional Business Website Ongoing, Effective Business Marketing/Advertising Internet Marketing Do-It-Yourself Public Relations