Learn how to write a modern startup business plan in 2026 that clarifies strategy, tests assumptions, and earns investor confidence.

If you are building a startup long enough, someone will ask for your business plan. Sometimes it is an investor. Sometimes it ...

Thinking of starting a business? Working for yourself is awesome, but it can also be a risky prospect: Your income depends upon your success, and many small businesses fail. One of the key things that ...

Starting your own business is so stressful, with so many things to be done, that it’s easy to convince yourself that doing the bare minimum for a business plan is enough. There are a ton of business ...

The competitive analysis section of a business plan is a vital component to demonstrating your viability. It shows investors that you are aware of the competition, that you understand your marketplace ...

Matt Webber is an experienced personal finance writer, researcher, and editor. He has published widely on personal finance, marketing, and the impact of technology on contemporary arts and culture.

Wouldn't it be great if you could just talk about things instead of writing everything down? Whether you need to raise money for a new project or you need to show how well your business is doing ...

ABS Ultimate Business Planner 5.0 works using a fairly intuitive interview format to gather the data needed for your business plan. Unfortunately, that process is marred by the need for extensive ...

You should approach the launch of a pop-up shop like you would approach the launch of a startup — and it begins with a business plan. You've probably seen or even visited a pop-up shop before. These ...