How to Plan a Business: A Business Planning Guide for People with No Business Experience

Running your own business is a ticket to freedom. Be your own boss. Make your own rules. The money you earn belongs to you. But it is not easy. Blindly trying to start a business without a plan generally ends in failure. It's like trying to build a house without designing it first. This book provides the basics.You don't need a college degree or a lot of money, but you do need a plan. How to Plan a Business walks you through the steps of starting a business from deciding on what kind of business to start, to naming it, to selling products or services and understanding how to make money in business. Each chapter describes a step of creating a small, one or two person business. Each business term is explained and examples are provided.If you want to take control and plan your future with a business of your own, this is the book to start with.This book answers your questions:What is a business I could start?What is a good name for my business?How do I find customers?How do I get people to buy from me?How much should I charge for what I do or what I sell?How do I make a profit?What is the difference between a business and a hobby?How do I use social media to promote my business?What is customer service and why does it matter?How do I get paid?How do I track my money?Is there a full example of a business plan? YES! Read more