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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Places to find market research relating to owning and operating a small live music venue | 11/25/2011 |
| Q: I am in the process of writing a business plan to be the foundation of a business I plan to open and ... A: Sorry for the delay, I am due to go in hospital and am preparing. Finding this kind of information ... | |
| Business Plan-External Environment | 11/3/2011 |
| Q: I have to write a business plan for a music store, which sells both lessons and instruments. But I ... A: You are obviously following a template. If you cannot find any regulalations then leave this section ... | |
| Hotel Concept | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: My name is Shane Carman. I am a sixteen year old living in Geneseo, New York. I have developed a ... A: I wish you well with your project. It is not something that I can invest in as I do not have any ... | |
| business plan | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I got a question.I pulled up some business plans online.The only problem i have is this.Most of ... A: First of all, a business plan that someone else has written is not going to be suitable for your ... | |
| concerning japanese e-shop | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: Good afternoon. My name is John, at the moment I live in Japan and I want to start my own business. ... A: You will indeed have a problem with putting three sets of products on one web site so why not set up ... | |
| ntrepreneurship & Innovation in a new product development | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: Lee, I developed a product 10 years ago, and for some disagreements with the investor group I did ... A: I am not sure what help you need from me but I can give you two suggestions: 1) Attention to detail ... | |
| Government Grant | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: all I am wanting to do, is apply for a grant for start up costs for a business I want from my home, ... A: Your grant application will provide you with details of what they are requiring. Concentrate on ... | |
| Senior transportation business | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Lister I would like to start a "Senior transportation business". Is it posible to find a ... A: I think that this article will answer the question. Always use an individually written business ... | |
| Presentation help | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I am going for a position within the company and need some help with my presentation content. I ... A: Stakeholders are those senior people who do two things: 1)Make things happen so that the project ... | |
| Advertising | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: I am wondering how I can advertise for my resume writing business. I've been trying to get hits to ... A: Your rates are indeed quite low and a little disproportiate. Why not make it $75 for resume and ... | |
| writing a business plan | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: My friend and I have decided to start a medical disposable business, how do we go about writing a ... A: Writing a business plan is difficult and best done with a skilled business plan writer who can guide ... | |
| starting new business | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: em going to start a business which is not yet started in pakistan. I am going to start a business to ... A: You cannot forcast the exact number of orders. Instead look at the size of the market, what kind of ... | |
| business plan for footwear | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I am currently working on writing a business plan for a footwear wholesale business. I would love to ... A: It is hard work isn't it? You could go to a business consultancy such as http://www.BizGuru.us who ... | |
| answers the following questions | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: Pls ans. the following ques.:--- Q.1 The process of producing goods forces business to engage in ... A: What are the ethical issues involved with you being so lazy and stupid as to have to cheat to get ... | |
| handloom | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: sir,i want to open my own handloom business.as a new i dont know anything of how to start up my ... A: These articles of mine should help you: Starting a New Business – Your Business Framework – What ... | |
| Writing help | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I am nearing flat broke rates due to lack of employment and would really appreciate if you could ... A: This section is for business plans but you have struck lucky because I also own one of the premier ... | |
| jts4utotrip@yahoo.com | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: i would like to start a dollar store and i am not sure on how to write a business plan, the place i ... A: We cannot comment on particular franchises. I suggest that you do a search on these franchises and ... | |
| partner in writting | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: i have secrets through years of being in the beauty business, with some of the top beauty companies. ... A: Forgive me but for a person from the UK with a UK name you English is very poor so you need help ... | |
| Car leasing | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: Just a quick question, I am interested in dipping m toe in the water with car leasing. I have an ... A: 1)In a recession are you going to be able to rent out a car for 2 weeks out of 4 weeks? Have you ... | |
| business planning | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: sir,i am working in a software company as business development, i have been asked to setup a new ... A: You have been given a challenging role to undertake. I cannot teach you business planning in such a ... | |
| market research | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I live in a small town and am trying to start a dog boarding/dog park, the problem I am having is my ... A: There are several ways you can do this - I suggest that you try all of them. 1)Go to the local vets ... | |
| re;cereals business | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: i would like to start cereals business in rural area were the climate is not promosing for the ... A: I am not sure why you would make life difficult by growing cereals where the climate is not good. ... | |
| Business plan | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I wanted to know what does it mean if there is a huge difference in the amount of the net profit and ... A: You don't say how long you are estimating over, but a small profit at the end of year 1 is quite ... | |
| business plan on training | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: please how do i go about witing a feasibilit study for a company that wants to go into training or ... A: Sorry for the delay in replying, I have just returned from hospital. Feasibility Study - is as it ... | |
| Recession-free? | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I plan on starting up a business, an "Auto Body and Repair shop" with the economy today will my ... A: I don't think any businesses will miss the recession and the car industry is certainly suffering. ... | |
| Business & Consulting | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking to write a Business Plan for my business. Do you have a sample plan available and ... A: I do not have any sample plans for a business. A good solid business plan used to raise money ... | |
| How to run an institute | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: Respected Sir I am working with an American Institute based in Pakistan. Now i want to set an ... A: Writing a good business plan takes quite a few weeks. As does learning to run an academic ... | |
| Business Plan for opening an Educational Institution | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: I am planning to open an educational institution in my home only,where i can teach students and earn ... A: With respect to making your institute legal - I cannot provide legal advice you must contact your ... | |
| how to write a business plan | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: My students are starting a cake and juice business in school. I need to set up a format, that ... A: I assume that you wish them to write a business plan for their new business. Great idea by the way! ... | |
| writing business plan for a fashion online store | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: have you got any templates or advice to go about it. A: My first advice is never to use a template. Lenders recognise them and each business is unique. ... | |
| Computer Case Manufacturing plant proposal | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: With above subject matter. Please l want to setup a computer case manufaturing plant. Please l don't ... A: Good luck on your business. This article of mine might assist you: Starting a New Business – Your ... | |
| An Idea | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: I'm trying to start my auto detailing business/ car wash and have no idea how to write the business ... A: For a business plan you also need: 1)The market you are aiming for and how you can reach that ... | |
| business plan content | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: When applying for grants, Is it appropriate to give any information about my family history If both ... A: Yes if you parents are involved with the business. You should include your experience. Grant ... | |
| small business | 9/30/2007 |
| Q: I am pawan from india. I along with 2 friends have started a small software company. We basically ... A: You are in a very competitive market. 1. Many similar companies use sites such as elance to ... | |
| marketing strategies for marble products | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: Actually i m writing a business plan about marble and granite products to be manufactured and market ... A: This area is too small to write you business plan for you so briefly..... 1) Decide upon what you ... | |
| Inquiring about fees for my services | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: Please tell me how much should I charge for (I was not professional but they were completely ... A: It appears that you have already undertaken this work. You really should have sorted out your fees ... | |
| business start up | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: i am a sales agent in western part of Kenya. i have noted increse in new businesses but luck of ... A: Well done you have found a niche - now you need to climb into it. Your best start is to investigate ... | |
| market value- where to locate it | 9/6/2007 |
| Q: I am majoring in business honors, and this semester we are having to write a business plan on a ... A: I don't usually answer homework questions, but as you are only asking for pointers glad to help you. ... | |
| Fragance dispensers | 7/5/2007 |
| Q: I own a small business of Scented exotic oils for body. I am now wanting to get into the vending ... A: You are correct a phone call would not be the best way to introduce yourself - this is the nature of ... | |
| Hello Biz Guru | 6/9/2007 |
| Q: after studying bplan , how can i evaluate myself , before entering any business so ; is there any ... A: I am not sure wether you are wishing to evaluate yourself or your business plan. If you want a good ... | |
Writing Business Plans
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Lee Lister
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Expertise
If you are a serious entrepreneur and want to set up your own business or ensure that your existing business is more profitable then let me assist you. I own and manage a succesful business planning web site and have written many succesful business plans for companies all over the world. I answer questions on business start up, business strategy, business models, business planning, marketing plans, marketing strategy, branding, business tune ups and business improvement. I do not answer any legal, tax or accountancy questions - you should see your own professional adviser about these. If you cannot be bothered to read and rate my answers - I can't be bothered to answer yours!!
Experience
Over 20 year’s management, IT and business consultancy experience with businesses large and small as well as being a serial entrepreneur. Business Planning business via www.bizguru.us www.BusinessPlanningPros.com and www.businessplannow.com
Publications
A prolific writer and published author, I write on entrepreneurship, project management, bid management and career improvement.
Education/Credentials
BA (Hons) Financial Economics
Several Management Qualifications
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