Business Planning
Creating a business plan for your small business or idea is the foundation for ensuring long-term success.
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What’s the difference between a social enterprise and a for-profit business?
In both the U.S. and U.K., you can set up your social enterprise as either a non-profit or charity or a for-profit business, such as a sole proprietorship or LLC. In the U.K., however, you can also choose to set it up as a community interest company (CIC).
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What is a social enterprise?
Social enterprises are becoming more popular as both entrepreneurs and investors are increasingly interested in creating a positive social impact through business. But it can be difficult to know if a business idea is best thought of as a social enterprise or not.
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How to pitch an idea
Knowing how to speak to others about your business idea may one of the most important aspects for your new business. Plus, with a well-delivered elevator pitch, you will be able present yourself as more confident and self-assured, making others more willing trust you and perhaps even consider investing in your business.
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Definitions for common business terms
Don’t be bogged down by business and legal terminology. We’re here to help with common terms you’ll encounter when filling out paperwork for your venture.
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How to write an elevator pitch
An elevator pitch is a short explanation of your business, which you should be able to complete in the span of one elevator ride. It includes a basic description of your business and what makes it different and special.
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Steps to starting a business
If you're willing to put in the effort to build a business, you're going to want to know the steps needed to reach your goals.
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The 40 40 20 Rule
The 40 40 20 rule will help you allocate your time so you can be more productive and efficient with your (limited) time.
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Bootstrapping
If you’re building your business with your personal savings and cash from first sales, then you are a bootstrapper!
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Lean startup
The lean approach will save you time and resources by letting you test and develop your ideas faster and more easily.
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What do expert entrepreneurs do?
Effectuation is a logic of thinking that helps entrepreneurs in starting businesses - it provides a way to control a future that is uncertain. Fill out your “effectual entrepreneurship” form to get ahead of the curve!
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Growth mindset
A growth mindset can help you problem solve and tackle obstacles, while encouraging you to see your current skills and talents as traits that can grow with time and effort.
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One thing at a time
Focusing on one business at a time will ensure you deliver value for your customers, while spending all your time working towards the success of one venture.
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What’s a good side hustle?
The best side hustle ideas are flexible, pay well for the work you’re doing and can be built into a larger and possibly full-time business. Here are a few ideas.
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Understanding your reasons for starting a business
When you understand why you are so passionate about building your business, that passion will keep you going when times get tough.
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10 business ideas you can start today
If you want to start your own business, but just don’t know where to begin, we can help you get the ball rolling.
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1-Page Business Plan
If you’re writing your initial ideas or you’re using it for yourself (and potential partners), this 1-Page Business Plan is right for you!
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How to start an online business
Online sales are predicted to grow between 15 percent and 17 percent per year, compared to about 5 percent for the overall retail industry.
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Detailed Business Plan
If you want to create a very detailed business plan or you’re going to use the plan to search for potential bank loans or equity capital from a potential investor, then this Detailed Business Plan is right for you!
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Value Proposition
A value proposition is a short sentence used to explain the benefits (or value) of a business, product or service to customers.