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OCTOBER 3, 2017

If you don’t have a specific immediate need to show a formal business plan to a banker or investor, then you are probably better off doing just a lean business plan , for your internal use only. Finally, you’ll want to outline the key metrics you’ll be tracking to make sure your business is headed in the right direction. Key Metrics.

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OCTOBER 21, 2014

Given the number of funding resources available today, you shouldn’t have too much of a problem getting that initial start-up cash, especially if you focus on a lean business model or MVP route to market. The SBA will also likely want to see your business plan. You can do it even if you start from home. Do something at least.

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Up and Running

MAY 15, 2019

Backed by a team of private local investors , ColdFire gained access to additional capital through an SBA loan. Loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA) can also be a good avenue, but from “bank to bank the SBA program is used differently,” says Patrick. Metrics: Know your numbers.

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Up and Running

MAY 23, 2016

Step 1: Start with a lean plan. It’s the fastest way to get your idea onto paper, and it’s the very first step in the lean planning process, which is much easier and more iterative than traditional business planning methods. Introducing Lean Planning: How to Plan Less and Grow Faster. How to Write a Traditional Business Plan.

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OCTOBER 30, 2017

Instead, your plan can follow a Lean Planning process that involves creating a pitch , forecasting your key business numbers, outlining key milestones you hope to achieve, and regular progress checks where you review and revise your plan. Milestones and Metrics. Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans. Target Market.

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Venture Capital Business Plan Limited Liability Company Finance 166

VC Adventure

MAY 14, 2020

As I wrote about at the beginning of the week, the SBA has made a mess of the Payroll Protection Program. Yes, there are some challenges to parts of the structure of the program , but I was referring in that post to the SBAs implementation of the program and the varied guidance they’ve given since the program’s launch.

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APRIL 4, 2022

Joining a local SCORE or SBA community group can keep you updated on workshops and events near you. You can create a website for your product/service and check website metrics. Some of the basic metrics are session duration, traffic source, number of visitors, average time on page, etc. From starting to growing your business.

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