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Small Business Information Small Business Information Start Up Manage and Grow Money Matters From Alyssa Gregory, your Guide to Small Business Information Did you know that December is National Write a Business Plan Month? That may not be the most exciting news, but it can be a good reason to finally tackle the business plan you've had sitting on your to-do list for months (or years?). This issue includes a collection of articles to help you get your business plan in the works, quickly and relatively painlessly. Good luck! Is Your Business Plan the 700-lb Gorilla? If you're not sold on the idea of a business plan, consider the fact that only about half of new small businesses make it to the five-year mark, in part from lack of planning. Now may be perfect time to tackle the 700-lb gorilla and get started on your business plan. Read more How to Write a Business Plan Ready to get started? Great! Here is a business plan outline that walks you through each section of a basic business plan so you can begin to gather the necessary information. Read more See More About:  business plan outlines  business planning  business plan software Creating Your Business Plan Financials Your business plan financials are essential for lenders and investors who want to see hard figures before putting money into your business. But this can also be one of the most challenges sections to draft. Here are some tips to get you started. Read more See More About:  business plan financials  business plans  income statements Business Plan FAQ Still have questions? Stop by this collection of frequently asked questions about business planning to find out what you need to know to get your business plan completed. Read more See More About:  business plan software  management teams  non disclosure agreements Small Business Information Ads Business Plan Small Business Ideas Business Planning Business Templates Business Fax Featured Articles 47 of the Best Small Business Ideas 12 Practical and Affordable Business Gifts How to Start a Business 10 Ways to Reduce Small Business Costs How to Take Your Business to the Next Level 7 Steps to Small Business Incorporation   More from About.com Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More> The Gift of Entertainment The lowdown on the latest holiday releases, plus recommendations on the best in music, movies and more. More> This newsletter is written by: Alyssa Gregory Small Business Information Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Small Business Information newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Get Connected "Like" Us on Facebook Comment on the Blog Contact Alyssa Advertisement