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Business Plans
Key Terms from the background reading
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| business plan | A comprehensive document thoroughly describing the business to be undertaken. |
| key personnel | Usually the entrepreneur, any partners, and the first level of personnel reporting directly to the president/CEO. |
| operations | The daily processes and people needed for the business to function in a manner that satisfies customers. |
| pro forma statements | Forward-looking financial statements that predict the future performance of the company. |
| differentiate | To distinguish your business from competitors by offering novel or distinct goods, services, or prices. |
| price | The amount you charge customers for your goods or services. |
| product | A tangible (physical) item that you sell to customers. |
| service | An intangible (nonphysical) offering that you provide to customers. |
| SWOT analysis | A type of competitive analysis focusing on strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. |