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Tulisan 5 - Melt in Your Mouth Banana Bread


Melt in Your Mouth Banana Bread

Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins


Ingredients:

2/3 cup oil
4 large eggs
2 cups mashed ripe bananas
2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box French vanilla instant pudding
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda


Directions:

1.       Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.       Mix oil, eggs and mashed bananas.
3.       Combine remaining ingredients and add to banana mixture.
4.       grease and flour pans,place on baking sheet
5.       Bake in a 2/ 9 x 5 x 3 inch pan 0r 4 mini loaves [mini's will take about 45 minutes] for 1 hour or until bread tests done.

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Tulisan 4 - 12 Things Successful Women Do Differently


12 Things Successful Women Do Differently

Every woman has her own definition of success. But there are certain traits that most successful women share. I spend a good part of my work day reading and writing about women who have achieved great things -- and I make it a point to surround myself with women who are well on their way to doing so. Here are 12 things I've learned that successful women do differently:
1.                      They are deeply passionate about what they do.
"Without passion, all the skill in the world won't lift you above craft," wrote dancer Twyla Tharp in her book, The Creative Habit. If you don't love what you do, you're probably not going to be motivated to go above and beyond, to innovate and to stand out in the workplace. But if you're passionate about your career, it will make putting time and effort into it pleasurable, not a chore.

2.                      They don't expect perfection -- of themselves or those around them.
Research has shown that wasting time and energy trying to be "perfect" only leads to unhappiness. Successful women know that that they can't do everything well all the time. Beating yourself up for your perceived flaws will only dampen your abilities at work, not to mention your mental health. "We each, if we're lucky, will have our chance to leave a mark on the world, but we are trying too hard to be perfect," wrote Barnard president Debora Spar in an op-ed for Glamour magazine. "So don't emulate Wonder Woman; think about what's wonderful to you instead. Then boldly, audaciously, joyfully, leave the rest behind."

3.                      Often, they become the boss. 
Many successful women have figured out that if you're the boss, you can set your own rules. As editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan Joanna Coles said at the Third Metric Conference in June: "The higher you go in a corporation, the easier it is ... The truth is you get more control." And when you're in control, you have the ability to create a more sane, happy and balanced workplace for yourself and your employees.

4.                      They marry well -- or not at all.
Successful women know the value of a true partnership. As Sheryl Sandberg observedin Lean In: "I don’t know of a single woman in a leadership position whose life partner is not fully -- and I mean fully -- supportive of her career." And many successful women forgo marriage all together. Despite not being wed, women like Oprah Winfrey, Condoleezza Rice and Diane Keaton seem to be doing just fine.

5.                      They believe that they will be successful.
Not to go all "If you build it, he will come," on you, but believing in your own success -- no matter how crazy your idea might seem -- is integral to achieving it. Kay Koplovitz, founder of the USA Network, echoed this sentiment in a July interview. "You have to be comfortable that you can think your way through and actually execute your way through to the desired outcome," she said. "I expected to be successful." Bottom line? Confidence -- and faith in yourself -- is key

6.                      They're not afraid to take risks.
Sheryl Sandberg says that all women should ask themselves the question: "What would you do if you weren't afraid?" Affecting change -- in your career and beyond -- requires the ability to stop playing it safe every once in awhile. Successful women don't make reckless decisions, but they do know how to take a calculated risk. Sandberg took her own advice, and wrote the bestseller, Lean In.

7.                      They know that failure goes hand-in-hand with success. 
"Failure is not the opposite of success but a stepping stone to success," was the advice given to Arianna Huffington by her mother, Elli Stassinopoulos. Successful women know that you can't excel all the time, and that an inevitable part of taking leaps in your career is falling down sometimes. For example, 12 publishers rejected J.K. Rowling's first Harry Potter book. But that didn't stop her from continuing to send it out.

8.                      They take care of themselves physically.
"My morning run is when my head is most clear and when I synthesize all of the things that are going on in my head," Jessica Herrin, founder of Stella and Dot, told The Huffington Post. Many successful women have spoken about the value of regular exercise -- not because they are trying to be thin, but because they know that exerciserelieves stress, releases endorphins and increases energy. "If I didn't run, swim, or lift weights, I almost certainly would have killed someone by this point in my life," wrote Debora

9.                      They know that their to-do lists will never be completed, and they're okay with that.
Sometimes you can be more productive by accepting that you're simply not going to get everything done. Learning to let go of certain goals, responsibilities and tasks can be difficult, but freeing. Arianna Huffington has spoken about how finally allowing herself to cross unrealistic goals off her lifelong "to do" list -- in her case, learning German and becoming an expert skiier -- relieved her of a huge burden. "Getting rid of the anxiety of perpetually unmet expectations was so great," she said.

10.                  They make sure to schedule alone time.
Research has shown that women tend to prioritize domestic responsibilities such as housework and child care over themselves. Successful women know that they need to schedule alone time the same way they plan meetings, family dinners and networking events. "I’ve found if I don’t literally put pen to paper (or create a Google calendar appointment) and carve out an hour for myself, it never happens," Mary Kate McGrath, editor in chief of PureWow told The Daily Muse in March. "So that’s what I do. I literally invite myself to manicures or an extra 20 minutes in bed, and I’ve been known to take myself out for a Manhattan once in a while, too. (I’m a great date.) And my new rule: I’m not allowed to cancel on myself."

11.                  They know how to foster genuine relationships -- and keep them strong.
Having a support network is key to being successful. Keeping up your friendships and forming new ones at every place you work makes you happier and helps your career later on. In 2009, Diablo Cody told the New York Times about the importance of her relationships with fellow female filmmakers Lorene Scafaria, Dana Fox and Liz Meriwether. "They helped me be excited for things when I was kind of shellshocked," she said. "They were the ones who had to literally take me aside at the 'Juno' premiere and say: 'This is fun. You will never forget this. Please enjoy yourself.'"

12.                  They express gratitude to those around them.
No woman's success happens in a vacuum. Wildly successful women acknowledge those that support them every day -- both in their home lives and at the office. And that graciousness not only makes them better people, but fosters loyalty from their employees. Oprah is one powerful woman who understands the value of appreciating her employees. In 2009, she took her entire staff and their families on a Mediterranean cruise.



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Tulisan 3 - 25 Common Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs


25 Common Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs

Regardless of your definition of success, there are, oddly enough, a great number of common characteristics that are shared by successful businesspeople. You can place a check beside each characteristic that you feel that you possess. This way, you can see how you stack up. Even if you don't have all of these characteristics, don't fret. Most can be learned with practice and by developing a winning attitude, especially if you set goals and apply yourself, through strategic planning, to reach those goals in incremental and measurable stages.
The Home Business Musts
Like any activity you pursue, there are certain musts that are required to be successful in a chosen activity. To legally operate a vehicle on public roadways, one must have a driver's license; to excel in sports, one must train and practice; to retire comfortably, one must become an informed investor and actively invest for retirement. If your goal is success in business, then the formula is no different. There are certain musts that have to be fully developed, implemented and managed for your business to succeed. There are many business musts, but this article contains I believe to be some of the more important musts that are required to start, operate and grow a profitable home business.

1.       Do what you enjoy.
What you get out of your business in the form of personal satisfaction, financial gain, stability and enjoyment will be the sum of what you put into your business. So if you don't enjoy what you're doing, in all likelihood it's safe to assume that will be reflected in the success of your business--or subsequent lack of success. In fact, if you don't enjoy what you're doing, chances are you won't succeed.

2.       Take what you do seriously
You cannot expect to be effective and successful in business unless you truly believe in your business and in the goods and services that you sell. Far too many home business owners fail to take their own businesses seriously enough, getting easily sidetracked and not staying motivated and keeping their noses to the grindstone. They also fall prey to naysayers who don't take them seriously because they don't work from an office building, office park, storefront, or factory. Little do these skeptics, who rain on the home business owner's parade, know is that the number of people working from home, and making very good annual incomes, has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years.

3.       Plan everything.
Planning every aspect of your home business is not only a must, but also builds habits that every home business owner should develop, implement, and maintain. The act of business planning is so important because it requires you to analyze each business situation, research and compile data, and make conclusions based mainly on the facts as revealed through the research. Business planning also serves a second function, which is having your goals and how you will achieve them, on paper. You can use the plan that you create both as map to take you from point A to Z and as a yardstick to measure the success of each individual plan or segment within the plan.

4.       Manage money wisely
The lifeblood of any business enterprise is cash flow. You need it to buy inventory, pay for services, promote and market your business, repair and replace tools and equipment, and pay yourself so that you can continue to work. Therefore, all home business owners must become wise money managers to ensure that the cash keeps flowing and the bills get paid. There are two aspects to wise money management.The money you receive from clients in exchange for your goods and services you provide (income)The money you spend on inventory, supplies, wages and other items required to keep your business operating. (expenses)

5.        Ask for the sale
A home business entrepreneur must always remember that marketing, advertising, or promotional activities are completely worthless, regardless of how clever, expensive, or perfectly targeted they are, unless one simple thing is accomplished--ask for the sale. This is not to say that being a great salesperson, advertising copywriting whiz or a public relations specialist isn't a tremendous asset to your business. However, all of these skills will be for naught if you do not actively ask people to buy what you are selling.

6.       Remember it's all about the customer.
Your home business is not about the products or services that you sell. Your home business is not about the prices that you charge for your goods and services. Your home business is not about your competition and how to beat them. Your business is all about your customers, or clients, period. After all, your customers are the people that will ultimately decide if your business goes boom or bust. Everything you do in business must be customer focused, including your policies, warranties, payment options, operating hours, presentations, advertising and promotional campaigns and website. In addition, you must know who your customers are inside out and upside down.

7.       Become a shameless self-promoter (without becoming obnoxious).
One of the greatest myths about personal or business success is that eventually your business, personal abilities, products or services will get discovered and be embraced by the masses that will beat a path to your door to buy what you are selling. But how can this happen if no one knows who you are, what you sell and why they should be buying?
Self-promotion is one of the most beneficial, yet most underutilized, marketing tools that the majority of home business owners have at their immediate disposal.

8.       Project a positive business image.
You have but a passing moment to make a positive and memorable impression on people with whom you intend to do business. Home business owners must go out of their way and make a conscious effort to always project the most professional business image possible. The majority of home business owners do not have the advantage of elaborate offices or elegant storefronts and showrooms to wow prospects and impress customers. Instead, they must rely on imagination, creativity and attention to the smallest detail when creating and maintaining a professional image for their home business.

9.       Get to know your customers.
One of the biggest features and often the most significant competitive edge the home based entrepreneur has over the larger competitors is the he can offer personalized attention. Call it high-tech backlash if you will, but customers are sick and tired of hearing that their information is somewhere in the computer and must be retrieved, or told to push a dozen digits to finally get to the right department only to end up with voice mail--from which they never receive a return phone call.
The home business owner can actually answer phone calls, get to know customers, provide personal attention and win over repeat business by doing so. It's a researched fact that most business (80 percent) will come from repeat customers rather than new customers. Therefore, along with trying to draw newcomers, the more you can do to woo your regular customers, the better off you will be in the long run and personalized attention is very much appreciated and remembered in the modern high tech world.

10.   Level the playing field with technology
You should avoid getting overly caught up in the high-tech world, but you should also know how to take advantage of using it. One of the most amazing aspects of the internet is that a one or two person business operating from a basement can have a superior website to a $50 million company, and nobody knows the difference. Make sure you're keeping up with the high-tech world as it suits your needs.. The best technology is that which helps you, not that which impresses your neighbors.

11.   Build a top-notch business team.
No one person can build a successful business alone. It's a task that requires a team that is as committed as you to the business and its success. Your business team may include family members, friends, suppliers, business alliances, employees, sub-contractors, industry and business associations, local government and the community. Of course the most important team members will be your customers or clients. Any or all may have a say in how your business will function and a stake in your business future.

12.   Become known as an expert.
When you have a problem that needs to be solved, do you seek just anyone's advice or do you seek an expert in the field to help solve your particular problem? Obviously, you want the most accurate information and assistance that you can get. You naturally seek an expert to help solve your problem. You call a plumber when the hot water tank leaks, a real estate agent when it's time to sell your home or a dentist when you have a toothache. Therefore, it only stands to reason that the more you become known for your expertise in your business, the more people will seek you out to tap into your expertise, creating more selling and referral opportunities. In effect, becoming known as an expert is another style of prospecting for new business, just in reverse. Instead of finding new and qualified people to sell to, these people seek you out for your expertise.

13.   Create a competitive advantage.
A home business must have a clearly defined unique selling proposition. This is nothing more than a fancy way of asking the vital question, "Why will people choose to do business with you or purchase your product or service instead of doing business with a competitor and buying his product or service?" In other words, what one aspect or combination of aspects is going to separate your business from your competition? Will it be better service, a longer warranty, better selection, longer business hours, more flexible payment options, lowest price, personalized service, better customer service, better return and exchange policies or a combination of several of these?

14.   Invest in yourself.
Top entrepreneurs buy and read business and marketing books, magazines, reports, journals, newsletters, websites and industry publications, knowing that these resources will improve their understanding of business and marketing functions and skills. They join business associations and clubs, and they network with other skilled business people to learn their secrets of success and help define their own goals and objectives. Top entrepreneurs attend business and marketing seminars, workshops and training courses, even if they have already mastered the subject matter of the event. They do this because they know that education is an ongoing process. There are usually ways to do things better, in less time, with less effort. In short, top entrepreneurs never stop investing in the most powerful, effective and best business and marketing tool at their immediate disposal--themselves.

15.   Be accessible.
We're living in a time when we all expect our fast food lunch at the drive-thru window to be ready in mere minutes, our dry cleaning to be ready for pick-up on the same day, our money to be available at the cash machine and our pizza delivered in 30 minutes or it's free. You see the pattern developing--you must make it as easy as you can for people to do business with you, regardless of the home business you operate.hhYou must remain cognizant of the fact that few people will work hard, go out of their way, or be inconvenienced just for the privilege of giving you their hard-earned money. The shoe is always on the other foot. Making it easy for people to do business with you means that you must be accessible and knowledgeable about your products and services. You must be able to provide customers with what they want, when they want it.

16.   Build a rock-solid reputation.
A good reputation is unquestionably one of the home business owner's most tangible and marketable assets. You can't simply buy a good reputation; it's something that you earn by honoring your promises. If you promise to have the merchandise in the customer's hands by Wednesday, you have no excuse not to have it there. If you offer to repair something, you need to make good on your offer. Consistency in what you offer is the other key factor. If you cannot come through with the same level of service (and products) for clients on a regular basis, they have no reason to trust you . . . and without trust, you won't have a good reputation.

17.   Sell benefits.Pushing product features is for inexperienced or wannabe entrepreneurs. Selling the benefits associated with owning and using the products and services you carry is what sales professionals worldwide focus on to create buying excitement and to sell, sell more, and sell more frequently to their customers. Your advertising, sales presentations, printed marketing materials, product packaging, website, newsletters, trade show exhibit and signage are vital. Every time and every medium used to communicate with your target audience must always be selling the benefits associated with owning your product or using your service.

18.   Get involved.
Always go out of your way to get involved in the community that supports your business. You can do this in many ways, such as pitching in to help local charities or the food bank, becoming involved in organizing community events, and getting involved in local politics. You can join associations and clubs that concentrate on programs and policies designed to improve the local community. It's a fact that people like to do business with people they know, like and respect, and with people who do things to help them as members of the community.

19.   Grab attention.
Small-business owners cannot waste time, money and energy on promotional activities aimed at building awareness solely through long-term, repeated exposure. If you do, chances are you will go broke long before this goal is accomplished. Instead, every promotional activity you engage in, must put money back in your pocket so that you can continue to grab more attention and grow your business.

20.    Master the art of negotiations.
The ability to negotiate effectively is unquestionably a skill that every home business owner must make every effort to master. It's perhaps second in importance only to asking for the sale in terms of home business musts. In business, negotiation skills are used daily. Always remember that mastering the art of negotiation means that your skills are so finely tuned that you can always orchestrate a win-win situation. These win-win arrangements mean that everyone involved feels they have won, which is really the basis for building long-term and profitable business relationships.

21.   Design Your workspace for success.
Carefully plan and design your home office workspace to ensure maximum personal performance and productivity and, if necessary, to project professionalism for visiting clients. If at all possible, resist the temptation to turn a corner of the living room or your bedroom into your office. Ideally, you'll want a separate room with a door that closes to keep business activities in and family members out, at least during prime business and revenue generating hours of the day. A den, spare bedroom, basement or converted garage are all ideal candidates for your new home office. If this is not possible, you'll have to find a means of converting a room with a partition or simply find hours to do the bulk of your work when nobody else is home.

22.   Get and stay organized.
The key to staying organized is not about which type of file you have or whether you keep a stack or two of papers on your desk, but it's about managing your business. It's about having systems in place to do things. Therefore, you wan to establish a routine by which you can accomplish as much as possible in a given workday, whether that's three hours for a part-time business or seven or nine hours as a full-timer. In fact, you should develop systems and routines for just about every single business activity. Small things such as creating a to-do list at the end of each business day, or for the week, will help keep you on top of important tasks to tackle. Creating a single calendar to work from, not multiple sets for individual tasks or jobs, will also ensure that jobs are completed on schedule and appointments kept. Incorporating family and personal activities into your work calendar is also critical so that you work and plan from a single calendar.

23.   Take time off.
The temptation to work around the clock is very real for some home business owners. After all, you don't have a manager telling you it's time to go home because they can't afford the overtime pay. Every person working from home must take time to establish a regular work schedule that includes time to stretch your legs and take lunch breaks, plus some days off and scheduled vacations. Create the schedule as soon as you have made the commitment to start a home business. Of course, your schedule will have to be flexible. You should, therefore, not fill every possible hour in the day. Give yourself a backup hour or two. All work and no play makes you burn out very fast and grumpy customer service is not what people want.

24.   Limit the number of hats you wear.
It's difficult for most business owners not to take a hands-on approach. They try to do as much as possible and tackle as many tasks as possible in their business. The ability to multitask, in fact, is a common trait shared by successful entrepreneurs. However, once in a while you have to stand back and look beyond today to determine what's in the best interest of your business and yourself over the long run. Most highly successful entrepreneurs will tell you that from the time they started out, they knew what they were good at and what tasks to delegate to others.

25.   Follow-up constantly.
Constant contact, follow-up, and follow-through with customers, prospects, and business alliances should be the mantra of every home business owner, new or established. Constant and consistent follow-up enables you to turn prospects into customers, increase the value of each sale and buying frequency from existing customers, and build stronger business relationships with suppliers and your core business team. Follow-up is especially important with your existing customer base, as the real work begins after the sale. It's easy to sell one product or service, but it takes work to retain customers and keep them coming back.
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Tulisan 2 - Make more money now!


Make more money now!

Tired of turning over the couch cushions looking for loose change? These days it can be tough to find a 9-to-5 job, much less a convenient part-time opening with flexible hours. But opportunities do exist. Search through these suggestions for a part-time position that will work for you—and bring in some money:
Give market researchers your opinion on cell phones, magazines, groceries, jewelry and more.
-         What it pays
 Anywhere between $10 and $200 per session; participants also can be compensated in gift cards.
-         Time commitment
 Again, a wide range. Focus panels that send out surveys to e-mail subscribers can take you just 10 minutes, whereas high-paying sessions can last up to several hours over a few days at an off-site location.
-         What you need to know
You must meet certain demographic and interest-related guidelines to qualify for some studies. When attending a focus group, remember to dress professionally and bring an open mind. An objective opinion could lead to future opportunities.
-         Get started
Visit findfocusgroups.com to locate groups in your area, or go to greenbook.org to uncover marketing research companies near you. Ask to be added to their database for upcoming assignments.

Look for a temporary or part-time job—as a poll worker, a mail carrier or even a federal airport screener.
-         What it pays
It depends on the position. Poll workers can make up to $100 a day; other jobs are hourly. See the websites at right for individual rates.
-         Time commitment
Varies from one day to a weekly commitment.
-         What you need to know
Because temp agencies and contractors frequently hire faster than federal agencies, such employers are particularly good options for unemployed job hunters who are looking to start working quickly.
-         Get started
Visit usajobs.gov to search for openings, or head to your state government website for regional positions. Also try govcentral.monster.com, which offers an event calendar of government career fairs. Check the schedule for your area, then attend an event to talk with recruiters about any opportunities that could fit your needs.

Start a business watching children while their parents work.
-         What it pays
You set the rate based on how many days a child will attend, from $100 to $300 per week per child, depending on the location, your credentials and the amenities you can provide.
-         Time commitment
You determine the schedule, but you will gain more clients if you are available at least Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.—even more if you can be flexible and work around your clients’ hours.
-         What you need to know
You must obtain a license and make sure that your home meets your state’s minimum requirements.
-         Get started
Go to daycare.com to view your state’s guidelines and training-center contact information.

Expand your social circle and earn a few bucks promoting and selling items in your community.
-         What it pays
Differs from company to company but is generally commission-based.
-         Time commitment
Flexible; you can work as little or as much as you like, but results are often equivalent to the time you invest.
-         What you need to know
It might take time to build up a clientele in your area. Choose a product you believe in and that’s likely to appeal to potential customers. An outgoing personality and sales skills will help you get the word out. For tips on succeeding in this business, visit allyou.com/homeparties.
-         Get started
Decide what type of products you would like to sell, then search online for marketing companies that offer the items and information on how to join their team. Popular vendors include Jewels by Park Lane (jewelsbyparklane.com) and Avon skin care (avon.com), but you can sell just about anything. If you already have a blog, visit opensky.com, which connects bloggers with relevant products to sell on their sites.

Pose as a consumer at retail stores and restaurants to observe and evaluate customer service, atmosphere and product quality.
-         What it pays
 Varies; generally $4 or more per visit based on contracts with individual businesses. The perks are worth more than the cash, though: You keep what you buy while working, including clothes and hotel stays.
-         Time commitment
Flexible, based on the number of opportunities you receive. Allow 15 minutes to an hour for store visits—more for some services.
-         What you need to know
Like most professions, you start at the bottom. Once you prove yourself with observant, detailed and descriptive reports that follow the rules to the letter (such as shopping at a precise hour and buying exactly what is expected of you), you become eligible for jobs with better perks (those hotel stays don’t come easily!).
-         Get started
Check the online database of the Mystery Shopping Providers Association (mspa-na.org) to find a wide range of opportunities, searchable by location. Complete a $15 online course (it takes about an hour) to become silver level–certified in the field—which might lead to more opportunities and better pay. It is not necessary to take the course to land jobs, however.

Pass out food samples and possibly do in-store cooking demonstrations at local supermarkets.
-         What it pays
An hourly wage based on the store’s rate.
-         Time commitment
Part-time shifts depending on store schedules; usually afternoons, nights and weekends.
-         What you need to know
Be friendly and professional to get asked back.
-         Get started
Visit a local market to inquire about opportunities, or check the grocer’s website. Sam’s Club, the king of in-store product sampling, hires its ambassadors through Advantage Sales and Marketing (asmnet.com) and Crossmark (crossmark.jobs).

Take tickets, usher, sell merchandise or food items, work on a cleaning crew or advertise events.
-         What it pays
Generally $8 to $12 per hour—plus you might see the show for free! If you sell for a specific vendor, some offer a commission based on the amount of sales.
-         Time commitment
Varies; usually nights and weekends.
-         What you need to know
Flexibility is key. The more hours you are available to work, the more jobs you can receive, so be sure to tell the hiring manager that you’re open to any and all opportunities.
-         Get started
Contact a local stadium, event center or theater to say you are interested in working events on an as-needed basis.
-         Good at selling?
Check with independent vendors who sell merchandise and food at the venue to see if they have any opportunities.


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Tulisan 1 - Turning an Invention Idea into Money


Turning an Invention Idea into Money

Why Have One?
If you have decided to manufacture and sell your invention yourself, or are setting up a business in connection with your inventing. You will need to create a business plan, which will be essential when you try to raise capital.

What Exactly Is It?
The business plan is a written document that clearly defines the goals of a business and outlines the methods for achieving them. It serves as a business roadmap that:
  • Acts as the management and financial blueprint for a business start-up and profitable operation of a business venture.
  • Explains specifically how a business will function and details how a business will be capitalized, managed, and marketed.
The business plan should include an executive summary, supporting documents, and financial projections. Many experts would suggest that you get started on your business as soon as you have filed for your patent. In the process of preparing a business plan, you will gain a greater understanding of your invention's standing in the marketplace and how it compares to the competition.

What Do I Write?
The body of the plan can be divided into four distinct sections:
Be prepared to put the time necessary into the research needed to write your business plan. You will be covering a long list of details including: your inventions's description and function, costs and profits, and how you/or someone else will manufacture it, potential size and description of markets, competition comparisons, distribution, patent status, timelines of developments, staffing, how much money you will need and more.

What If I Don't Want To Start a Business?
Where money is scarce as it is often the case with independent inventors - knowledge is power. Even if you are not planning on marketing your invention yourself - having a marketing and business plan will help you to better sell your invention to interested parties. You will know what to say if someone asks, "Is there a market for your invention?" If you do start business in connection with your intellectual property a business plan precisely defines your business, identifies your goals and serves as your firm's resume. It will help you allocate resources properly, handle unforeseen complications, and make the right decisions. Because it provides specific and organized information about your company and how you will repay borrowed money, a good business plan is a crucial part of any loan package. Additionally, where applicable a business plan tells your sales personnel, suppliers and others about your operations and goals.

Okay, How Exactly Do I Write One?
To help you write your plan we have the following online tutorials with templates. Marketing plans are often included with business plans.

One Last Thing
As you venture out into the marketplace will be asked if you have a business plan. Do consider your plan a professional document and be prepared to be both concise and detailed. This document should boost investor trust in you and help you in any sales pitches you may have to present. You will need your business plan for raising money.