Matt Webber is an experienced personal finance writer, researcher, and editor. He has published widely on personal finance, marketing, and the impact of technology on contemporary arts and culture.

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Every business starts with a vision, which is distilled and communicated through a business plan. In addition to your high-level hopes and dreams, a strong business plan outlines short-term and ...

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A business plan can help you obtain financing by highlighting the characteristics lenders use to assess borrowers. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners ...

This article is published by AllBusiness.com, a partner of TIME. Starting a business is an exciting yet challenging endeavor that requires careful planning and clear direction. Whether you are opening ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You need to have a business plan to act as your company’s North Star—and, let’s not forget, get funding from banks and/or investors. Here ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Running a business can be unpredictable, which is why having a solid business plan as a foundation is vital to surviving and thriving in ...

LAST WEEK we discussed writing a business plan of only a single page. Yes, only one page, and you cannot use the reverse side of the paper. By using 12-point font, you would be able to squeeze about ...

In the business world you need both technical and communication skills to do your job well. In particular, your written communication skills (writing is the most common way we communicate in the ...

The appeal of writing a bestselling book is undeniable, especially for someone who has founded, built, or led a successful business. With the right plan and a compelling message, you wouldn’t just be ...