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Planning could be one of the most difficult activities you will do. But, you
must do it because you must know where you are going and how to get
there.
1. Strategic Planning :
How much revenue would you like your business to generate in 3-5
years?
How many employees would you like to employ?
How many customers would you like to be serving?
Write all you long-term goals down. Create a visual, like a collage, if you
are so inclined. Keep your mind’s eye on the goals.
2. SWOT Analysis
4. Objectives
5. Operational Planning
Operational Planning sets policies, procedures and standards for
achieving the objectives.
6. Financial Planning
Take a class in basic accounting to obtain financing and review financial
statements.
7. Contingency Planning
Contingency planning is a “What If” plan or a back-up plan in case the
primary plans fail. how you deal with it.