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Start-Up Guide: Plan Your Business

If you are starting a new business, or considering the purchase of an existing business, it is essential that you carefully assess yourself, your strengths, and your own personal goals.

In this Start-Up Guide, we focus on tools and techniques you can use to create a plan that can help you succeed with your own business.

Here’s What You’ll Learn

Understanding What Business Makes Sense for You
Preparing a Pitch Document
Preparing a Formal Business Plan

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