Ask most start-up entrepreneurs about their business plan and chances are you will get that same look your dog gives you when he hears something unusual.
Head cocked sideways with that 'what?' look in his eyes.
I don't need one! I don't have time! Or most likely, I don't WANT to! Is what you will probably hear.
But did you know that a simple business plan can increase your chances for success exponentially? It's true, something as simple as writing down what you want to accomplish with your business can be the difference between success and failure.
Your business plan is the life blood of your business.
It is where you put to paper all of those great thoughts and ideas you have concerning your goals and aspirations for making money.
Don't look at it as a chore! Consider it an opportunity.
Most online business entrepreneurs fail for one simple reason.
Can you guess what it is? They refuse to focus on their business.
And as a result, they don't get anything done.
You start with all good intentions however, instead of working, you find interesting web sites to visit, read the constant flow of incoming emails, check out the unending parade of 'deals' and 'opportunities' being offered, download all the free stuff you can find, etc.
, etc.
By the end of the day you have accomplished absolutely nothing!! When you create your business plan you are creating your roadmap to success.
A step by step approach to what you want your business to become.
Don't get sidetracked.
Start every morning taking a quick look at your plan.
Decide which task you need to work on today.
Make sure you do this before you check your email.
You will be amazed at how focused you can become.
Contrary to what many people think, the main reason for having a business plan is to give you that personal roadmap to success.
Remember: Stay Focused!