Business Planning Articles

Top Irish Resources for Writing a Business Plan

Writing a business plan is one of the most important things an entrepreneur must do when starting a new business. However, writing a compelling business plan is easier said than done, particularly when time can be so precious. This article outlines the key resources available to Irish entrepreneurs when preparing a business plan. Use them for [...]

Top 10 Business Plan Mistakes to Avoid

The importance of business planning is widely documented; however, guidance as to what constitutes good business planning is less clearly defined. This article aims to redress that imbalance by describing 10 of the most common mistakes that occur in business plans.
While the business-planning process is in itself a very worthwhile pursuit, most business plans are [...]

Top 10 Tips for Writing a Business Plan

Writing a business plan can seem a daunting challenge. However, this skill is a vital requirement for any entrepreneur or business seeking to increase their chances of survival. Here is a list of my top ten tips for writing that winning plan:
1. Write from the audience’s perspective
The starting point for any business plan should be [...]

The Easiest Way to Write a Business Plan

So, you have decided to start up a new business. You begin to do some research and find that almost everything you read recommends that you produce a business plan. Why is this so? Because the benefits of compiling a business plan are numerous – not least, the fact that committing your thoughts to paper [...]

Mission Statement

Writing a Mission Statement
One of the hardest things for people to write in a business plan is the mission statement. Mission statements can tell a lot about your business, so it’s important to take time, look at some mission statement examples, and put effort into writing a good one.
What is a Mission Statement?
You should think [...]