Definitive Business Plan

“Truly a practical guide to better business planning. The book is friendly and easy to read. An indispensable corporate tool.” Peter N. Tan, President, Hambrecht & Quist Asia Pacific “If this book had been available 30 years ago, life would have been a lot easier.” Mike Brooke, Entrepreneur and Private Venture Capitalist YOUR DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO CREATING A KILLER BUSINESS PLAN If you want people to part with their money, you need a business plan that has the substance to stand up to close examination. Whether your goal is raising start-up finance for a new business, requesting venture funding from a corporate parent or directing operational management, The Definitive Business Plan will help you deliver the information that the decision-makers are really looking for. Now in its third edition, this highly regarded and comprehensive book has been revised and updated throughout to reflect the latest changes in technology, legislation and management thinking. It is the perfect companion for both newcomers and experienced planners. Make sure your plan is robust enough to start, run or revitalise any business enterprise. Ensure you know how to: Assess the current status of your business Develop strategic and operational plans Define vision, mission, values, core objectives and operating objectives Create financial forecasts, cash flow projections and operating budgets This comprehensive book will ensure your business plan is robust enough to start, run or revitalise any business enterprise. Whether your goal is raising start-up finance for a new business, requesting venture funding from a corporate parent or directing operational management, The Definitive Business Plan will help you deliver the information the decision-makers are really looking for. Accessible to the newcomer and detailed enough for the experienced planner, the third edition of this international bestseller explains how to tailor a plan for specific readerships and meet specific objectives, helping you to focus your attention on strategic planning as well as on operational controls. This new edition has been completely updated throughout.