How to Write a Business Plan - Online

If you are in business or planning to start one, having a clear plan is essential. Just as you wouldn’t take a long road trip without a map or a budget, your business needs a plan to guide decisions, manage resources, and stay focused on your goals. A business plan serves as the roadmap for your business, outlining both the path forward and the financial framework needed to get there.

In this session, participants will gain a clear understanding of how a business plan can be tailored to match their growth goals and funding needs. While banks, investors, and potential partners may require a formal plan, the most important audience is you—the business owner. When used effectively, a business plan becomes a living document and strategic compass that keeps your business on track.

Participants will learn:

• The major sections of a business plan and the purpose of each

• How to determine whether a one-page plan or a more detailed, traditional plan is right for your business

• The three primary ways to get a business plan written

• How to use your business plan as a tool to increase the likelihood of long-term business success Attendees will leave with clarity, direction, and a practical understanding of how to create and use a business plan to confidently move their business forward.