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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. There are many articles about what to include in your business plan. But what about before you even start writing it? Are there things ...

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A business plan is a strategic document that outlines a company’s goals and details the strategies it will use to achieve them. It serves as a blueprint for the company, guiding a business through its ...