Now…A word from the Author,”
Business Advisor, Laurana Edwards presents a practical roadmap for entrepreneurs in “MY BUSINESS PLAN BOOK: NEW VENTURE STARTER KIT”.
Ms. Edwards says…
“MY BUSINESS PLAN: NEW VENTURE STARTER KIT, provides all of the necessary information, tools and guidance for you, the entrepreneur to write and complete a professional business plan without the expense of a consultant”.
As a long-time business advisor, Ms. Edwards offers her top three tips for entrepreneurs:
1. Allocate a budget for the various aspects of running and growing your business including: capitalization, marketing, operations, staffing, contingency.
2. Create a system for running the operation. Think of a franchise model. What needs to be done every day, every week, every month? It makes running the business much easier and will help it grow.
3. Pay attention to the economy and any trends that could affect the way consumers think and subsequently spend their money. Pay attention to competitors and the industry as it relates to the economy to find new opportunities and avoid disaster.