Starting a business can be a daunting undertaking. As with so many large projects, one of the most difficult challenges is just getting started, and one of the best ways to start is by putting ...

Okay, so you enjoy baking, and you've lost count of the number of times friends and family have suggested that you open your own bakery. But the idea of finding a building and then creating a business ...

You may be a free spirit, but you probably wouldn't jump in your car and embark on a cross-country road trip without planning - planning your route, the stops along the way, where you'll stay, and ...

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A strong, well-thought-out business plan is crucial for a business's success. Without one, it's tough to maintain a vision of the future and what the next steps for your business should be. Think of ...

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For a startup business, creating a business plan is like creating a game plan in sports. You need to scout out all the information to create a winning strategy for the game. While business plans for ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The concept of starting a business without a plan would send anyone running — and for good reason. Every great business begins with a ...