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Starting a business

Planning

Planning is important at every point in the business journey; from starting up to growing and diversifying to new markets. It goes without saying this also involves planning for the unexpected so you are prepared to adapt to new circumstances.

Online Tutorial

41 min read

3 chapters

Starting Up

Overview

This webinar will focus on the initial business planning phase, providing you with practical guidance on the following:

  • Understanding the need for on-going planning in running a successful business
  • Understanding the planning process
  • Creating a description for your business
  • Determining measures of success (personal and business related)
  • Resourcing your business to set it up for success
  • Presenting your business plan
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