Research, Citation, & Class Guides: Entrepreneurship: Business & Marketing Plans

Writing your Plan

Now that you have collected all your information from the previous tabs, you are ready to write your business plan!

Below are some helpful templates, guides, and how-tos.

How to Write a Business Plan (SBA)
The U.S. SBA has a well-organized no-nonsense approach to developing the business plan.
How to Write a Business Plan (Discover Business Online)
Walks through each section of the business plan and offers descriptions and recommended resources.
How Business Plans Work
Get a detailed description of how business plans work, how they are structured and what they should include.
Templates for Your Business (SCORE)
The Service Corps of Retired Executives offers a number of different templates for businesses, including business plans for start-ups and for established companies.
Writing a Business Plan
Practical advice on business plans including 60 free sample business plans on products and services ranging from automotive parts manufacturer to horse reseller to wedding consultants.

Marketing for Small Business (SBA)
The U.S. SBA offers an overview of marketing concepts.
How to Find Advertising Rates (Library Guide)
Provides information on estimating advertising rates for television and radio.