BUSINESS PLAN

2023

Marketing Consultant
Business Plan
Consulting, Growth, Marketing

 John Doe
 10200 Bolsa Ave, Westminster, CA, 92683
 (650) 359-3153
 [email protected]
 http://www.example.com

Information provided in this business plan is unique to this business and confidential;
therefore, anyone reading this plan agrees not to disclose any of the information in this
business plan without prior written permission of the company.
Table of Contents

Executive Summary 6

Market opportunity 7

Services Offered 7

Marketing & Sales Strategies 8

Financial Highlights 8
Units Sold v/s Revenue 9

Company Overview 10

Ownership 11
Business Owners 11

Mission statement 12

Business history 12

Future goals 12

Market Analysis 13

Target Market 14

Market size and growth potential 14

Market Size 15

Competitive analysis 15
BrandMasters Consulting 15

Digital Dynamos Inc. 16

CommsCrafters 16

Market trends 16

Regulatory environment 17

Products and Services 18

Services 19
SEO Services 19

Content Marketing Services 20

Ad Campaign Services 20

Branding Development 21

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 PR Activities 21

Consultation and Advisory Services 22

Quality Measures 22

Additional Services 22

Sales And Marketing Strategies 24

Unique Selling Proposition (USP) 25

Pricing Strategy 25

Marketing strategies 26
Online 26

Offline 26

Sales strategies 27

Customer retention 27

Operations Plan 28

Staffing & Training 29

Operational Process 29

Tools & Equipment 30

Management Team 31

Key managers 32
John Doe 32

Jane Smith 33

Alice Brown 33

Robert Brown 33

Organizational structure 34
Organization chart 34

Compensation plan 34

Board of advisors 35
[ADVISOR NAME] 35

Financial Plan 36

Profit & loss statement 37

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 Cash flow statement 40

Balance sheet 42

Break-even Analysis 44

Financing needs 46

Appendix 48

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1.

Executive Summary

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 An executive summary is the first section of the business plan intended to
provide an overview of the whole business plan.

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components to add to your summary.

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• A brief explanation of market opportunity.

Start your executive summary by briefly introducing your business to your readers.
• An overview of your products and services.
• Brief
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the name your core
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founded, the type of marketing consulting
• Financial (E.g., Digital marketing consultancy,
highlights. Branding
consultancy, PR consultancy, Social media consultancy), etc.
• Call to action.
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Market opportunity

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Summarize your market research, including market size, growth potential, and marketing
trends. Highlight the opportunities in the market and how your business will fit in to fill the gap.

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Services Offered

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Highlight the marketing consultancy services you offer your clients. The USPs and
differentiators you offer are always a plus.

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For instance, you may include content marketing, email marketing, and social media marketing
as services and customized solutions and brand development as some of your USPs.
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Marketing & Sales Strategies

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Outline your sales and marketing strategies—what marketing platforms you use, how you plan
on acquiring customers, etc.

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Financial Highlights

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Briefly summarize your financial projections for the initial years of business operations. Include
any capital or investment requirements, associated startup costs, projected revenues, and
profit forecasts.
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Units Sold v/s Revenue

Units Sold Revenue

15.00k

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Year 1 Year 2 Year 3

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Financial Year Units Sold Revenue

Year 1 1,550 $10,000

Year 2 1,800 $12,000

Year 3 2,050 $14,000

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2.

Company Overview

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overview should include.
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Describe your business in this section by providing all the basic information:

Describe what kind of marketing consultancy you run and the name of it. You may specialize in
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• Digital marketing consultancy

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• ECommerce marketing consultancy
• Specialized marketing consultancy: SEO, Content
Ownership
• Marketing, Social media marketing, Email, etc.
• Branding consultancy
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• Print and advertisement consultancy
List the names of founders or owners of your marketing consultancy. Describe what shares
Describe
they own theandlegal
their structure of yourfor
responsibilities marketing consultancy,
efficiently whether
managing the it is a sole proprietorship,
business.
LLC, partnership, or others.
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Explain where your business is located and why you selected the place.
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Business Owners

60% John Doe

40% Jane Smith

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Mission statement

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Summarize your business’ objective, core principles, and values in your mission statement. This
statement needs to be memorable, clear, and brief.

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❛ At [Strategic Solutions], our mission is to empower businesses

with [Specific Principle, e.g., innovative and bespoke marketing
strategies], anchored in integrity, excellence, and a dedication to
forging genuine connections.

Our approach is not just about reaching audiences—it's about

resonating with them.

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Business history

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If you’re an established consultancy offering marketing services, briefly describe your business
history, like—when it was founded, how it evolved over time, etc.

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Future goals

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It’s crucial to convey your aspirations and vision. Mention your short-term and long-term goals;
they can be specific targets for revenue, market share, or expanding your services.

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3.

Market Analysis

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 Market analysis provides a clear understanding of the market in which your
printing business will run along with the target market, competitors, and
growth opportunities.
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• Market size and growth potential.
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• Competitive analysis.
primary target market.
• Market trends.
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Mention specific industries or sectors
• Regulatory that your business aims to serve. Next,
environment. define your ideal
customer by listing the attributes they value most, such as quality, affordability, or
convenience.
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Finally, discuss the insights gained from your market research. Highlight the needs and
preferences of your potential clients, and explain how your products or services meet those
Target Market
specific demands.

This will set a strong foundation for the rest of your market analysis, demonstrating that you
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of your target audience and their needs.

Start this section by describing your target market. Define your ideal customer and explain what
types of services they prefer. Creating a buyer persona will help you easily define your target
market to your readers.
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For instance, ECommerce and online businesses, brands, and startups would be an ideal target
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Market size and growth potential

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Describe your market size and growth potential and whether you will target a niche or a much
broader market.

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Market Size

Available Market
All businesses operating online and
require marketing services in the U.S.
1M
Served Market
U.S. businesses actively seeking and
investing in specialized marketing 1M
consultancy.

Target Market
U.S. ECommerce, online brands, and
startups needing comprehensive digital 200k
strategies.

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Identify and analyze your direct and indirect competitors. Identify their strengths and
weaknesses, and describe what differentiates your marketing consultancy services from them.

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Point out how you have a competitive edge in the market.

Competitive analysis

BrandMasters Consulting
Established in 2010, BrandMasters Consulting has quickly risen to be a recognizable name in the
marketing consultancy sphere. With a primary focus on branding strategies, they cater predominantly
to mid-size businesses looking to revamp or strengthen their brand image.

Features Strengths Weaknesses

Comprehensive brand audits Adept at creating cohesive Limited focus on emergent
brand narratives digital marketing strategies
Logo and brand design
solutions Strong track record with Higher pricing model may deter
established businesses startups and small businesses
Integrated branding campaigns
Renowned for their in-depth Slower adaptability to fast-
Cross-channel brand
audits changing market trends
storytelling

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Digital Dynamos Inc.
Digital Dynamos Inc., founded in 2015, emphasizes harnessing the power of digital channels. They
have a knack for deciphering the complex digital landscape and tailoring strategies for businesses to
thrive online.

Features Strengths Weaknesses

SEO and SEM services Rapid adaptation to digital Limited offline or print marketing
trends solutions
Social media marketing
campaigns Holistic online marketing Occasionally spread too thin,
services leading to diluted campaign
Email marketing strategies
efficacy
Effective data-driven strategies
Content optimization
Has faced criticism for not
offering personalized solutions

CommsCrafters
CommsCrafters, operating since 2008, prioritizes communication. Their forte lies in PR and
communication strategies, aiding businesses in crafting their public image and handling media
relations.

Features Strengths Weaknesses

PR campaigns Extensive network in the media Less emphasis on broader
industry marketing strategies
Crisis communication plans
Expertise in crisis management Can be reactive rather than
Media training and workshops
proactive
Tailored communication
Stakeholder communication
workshops Pricing model not transparent,
strategies
leading to client reservations

Market trends

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Analyze emerging trends in the marketing industry, such as AI for predictive analysis, AR and
VR for immersive brand experience, voice optimization, etc. Explain how your business will
cope with all the trends.
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For instance, immersive branding has a booming market; explain how you plan on dealing with
this
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Regulatory environment

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List regulations and licensing requirements that may affect your marketing consultant
company, such as business registration, intellectual property rights, data protection
compliances, insurance, environmental regulations, state and federal regulations, etc.
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4.

Products and Services

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 The product and services section of a marketing consultant business plan
should describe the specific services and products that will be offered to
customers. To write this section should include the following:
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• Introduce what you are gonna offer.

• List products/services with detailed descriptions.
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• Pricing structure.
• Product/service
To craft the introduction lifecycle.
for your "Products and Services" chapter, begin by positioning your
business within its industry, emphasizing
• Safety and qualityits unique strengths or value proposition.
assurance.
• Support and warranty.
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or solutions they provide to customers. Mention any key resources or expertise that elevate
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Conclude the introduction by signposting readers to the deeper exploration of your offerings in
the following sections. This approach ensures that readers understand the context,
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significance, and scope of what your business brings to the table.

Mention the marketing consultancy services your business will offer. This list may include
services like,

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• SEO services
• Content marketing services
Services
• Ad campaign services
• Branding development
• PR activities
SEO Services
• Consultation and advisory services Price: [$2,500] per month

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Our SEO services aim to improve the online visibility of
Ad campaign services, for instance, include:
our clients' websites, ensuring higher organic rankings on
• Strategy development. search engines, increased web traffic, and better
• Ad creatives and setting up an ad. conversion rates.
• Monitoring and optimizing ad campaigns.
Specifications
• Offering statistical and analytic reports to clients.
• Keyword research and optimization

• On-page SEO enhancements

• Backlink strategy and link-building

• Technical SEO audits and improvements

• Monthly reporting on keyword rankings and website

analytics

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 Content Marketing Services
Price: [$1,500] per month (Package includes 8

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professionally written articles)

We curate compelling narratives that not only resonate

with your target audience but also reinforce your brand
message. Through strategic content marketing, we aim
to engage, educate, and inspire action.

Specifications

• Comprehensive content strategy development

• Blog posts, articles, and web content creation

• Infographics and multimedia content production

• Content distribution and promotion on relevant

platforms

• Periodic content performance analytics

Ad Campaign Services
Price: [$3,500] per month (Excludes ad spend)

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[Strategic Solutions] provides a holistic approach to paid
advertising, ensuring our clients get maximum ROI. From
strategy to implementation and optimization, we ensure
your brand message reaches the right audience at the
right time.

Specifications

• Ad strategy development based on target audience

insights

• Creation of ad creatives - visuals and copy

• Campaign set up across platforms like Google Ads,

Facebook Ads, etc.

• Ongoing monitoring, optimization, and A/B testing of

ad campaigns

• Detailed monthly reporting on ad performance and

spend

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 Branding Development
Price: [$5,000] (One-time fee for a comprehensive

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branding package)

Your brand is more than just a logo—it's an experience.

Our branding development services are crafted to
resonate with your ethos, ensuring a coherent and
impactful brand image across all touchpoints.

Specifications

• Brand strategy sessions

• Logo design and brand collateral creation

• Brand guideline documentation (colors, fonts, usage,

etc.)

• Messaging and brand voice development

• Recommendations for brand touchpoints (website,

social media, print, etc.)

PR Activities
Price: [$3,000] per month

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Crafting a positive brand image through strategic public
relations efforts, we ensure your business garners the
right kind of attention in the media and industry events.

Specifications

• Media outreach and press release distribution

• Crisis management and communication strategy

• Event PR and media liaison

• Brand reputation monitoring and feedback

• Monthly PR activity reports and media mentions

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 Consultation and Advisory Services
Price: [$150] per hour

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Whether you're a startup or an established brand, our
consultation services provide actionable insights and
strategies to navigate the marketing landscape
effectively.

Specifications

• One-on-one consultation sessions

• Comprehensive business and marketing strategy

reviews

• Recommendations based on industry best practices

and trends

• Actionable takeaways for immediate implementation

• Follow-up sessions for strategy adjustments and

improvements

Quality Measures

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This section should explain how you maintain quality standards and consistently provide the
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Additional Services

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Mention if your marketing consultant company offers any additional services. You may include
services like event marketing, influencer marketing, product and video shoots, etc.

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5.
Sales And Marketing
Strategies

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• Define a unique selling proposition (USP).

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pricing strategy.
• Marketing strategies.
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setting the stage within• your
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strategies.
industry or market.
• Customer retention.
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Emphasize the competitive nature of your field and the importance of both quality services and
strategic marketing in this context.
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Clearly state the objectives of your sales and marketing strategies, which should include
maximizing outreach, fostering engagement, and achieving sustained growth.

Unique Selling
Additionally, Proposition
mention (USP)or approaches you will employ, whether traditional
the specific techniques
or modern, to establish your brand as the preferred choice for your target audience. This
introduction provides a clear overview and prepares readers for the detailed strategies that
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Define your business’s USPs depending on the market you serve, the equipment you use, and
the unique services you provide. Identifying USPs will help you plan your marketing strategies.

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Pricing Strategy

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Describe your pricing strategy—how you plan to price your marketing services and stay
competitive in the local market. You can mention any packages you plan on offering to attract
new customers to your marketing service.
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Discuss your marketing strategies to market your services. You may include some of these
marketing strategies in your business plan—social media marketing, Google ads, brochures,
email marketing, content marketing, and print marketing.
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Marketing strategies

Online

Social Media Email Marketing

 Leveraging platforms like

[Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn] to
 Periodic newsletters and updates
to subscribers, offering insights,
create engaging content and ad case studies, and updates
campaigns.

Content Marketing Google Ads

 A regularly updated blog and guest

post contributions to industry-
 Reaching out to potential clients
actively searching for marketing
leading websites, positioning consultancy services.
[Strategic Solutions] as thought
leaders in the field.

Offline

Brochures Print Marketing

 Elegant and informative brochures

distributed at industry events and
 Strategic placements in industry
journals, magazines, and
to potential clients. newspapers.

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Outline the strategies you’ll implement to maximize your sales. Your sales strategies may
include consultative selling, direct sales calls, partnering with web agencies and PR firms,
offering referral programs, etc.
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Sales strategies

Partner with Businesses Direct Sales Calls

 Collaborating with web agencies,

PR firms, and other industry
 Proactive outreach to potential
leads identified through various
players to provide complementary channels
services.

Referral Programs Consultative Selling

 Encouraging satisfied clients to

refer us through incentivized
 Taking a solution-centric approach
to address potential clients' unique
referral programs. challenges.

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Describe your customer retention strategies and how you plan to execute them. For instance,
introducing loyalty programs, discounts on annual membership, personalized service, etc.

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Customer retention

Loyalty Programs Annual Membership Discounts

 Offering rewards and discounts to

repeat clients.
 Special rates for clients opting for
long-term partnerships.

Personalized Service

 Assigning dedicated account

managers to understand and cater
to individual client needs.ed
account managers for
personalized assistance.

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6.

Operations Plan

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 When writing the operations plan section, it’s important to consider the
various aspects of your business operations.

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• Describe the operational process.

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• Customer satisfaction.
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Then, briefly outline what readers can expect in this chapter, mentioning key areas you'll cover
such as staffing, operational processes, and facilities.
Staffing & Training
This introduction sets the stage by highlighting the significance of operational planning and
piques the reader's interest in the detailed insights to come.
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Mention your marketing business’s staffing requirements, including the number of employees,
i.e. creative specialists, BD, sales team, and support staff needed. Include their qualifications,
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Operational Process

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Outline the processes and procedures you will use to run your marketing consultant business.
Your operational processes may include making proposals, attending inquiries, implementing
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Tools & Equipment

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Include the list of tools and equipment required for marketing consultants, such as software
applications, market analysis and research tools, presentation equipment, computers, laptops,
security systems, etc.
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7.

Management Team

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 The management team section provides an overview of the individuals
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This section should provide a detailed description of the experience and
qualifications of each manager, as well as their responsibilities and roles.

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• List the core team.
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management team.
Showcase the diversity and expertise of your team members, illustrating how their varied
backgrounds
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Conclude by emphasizing the team's experience and how it positions your program as a leader
in your industry.
Key managers
This introduction will set the stage for readers to understand the significance and capabilities
of your management team, creating a positive impression as they delve into the details of each
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contributions in the subsequent sections.

Introduce your management and key members of your team, and explain their roles and
responsibilities.

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It should include, key executives(e.g. COO, CMO.), senior management, and other department
managers (e.g. account manager, project manager, branding head, customer services
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professional background, and any relevant experience in the marketing or consulting industry.

JOHN DOE
CEO & Co-founder - [email protected]

• Educational Background: John holds an MBA degree from Harvard

Business School with a focus on Strategic Marketing.
• Professional Background: With over 15 years of experience in the
marketing consultancy domain, John previously served as the Vice
President of Marketing at TechSolutions Inc.

His leadership acumen and innovative strategies have been pivotal in turning
around companies and driving exponential growth.

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 JANE SMITH
Chief Operating Officer (COO) - [email protected]

• Educational Background: Jane earned her Bachelor’s degree in Operations

Management from MIT Sloan School of Management.
• Professional Background: Jane comes with a rich 12-year experience,
having managed operations at leading consultancy firms such as
MarketMinds Ltd.

Her proficiency in ensuring streamlined processes and her knack for optimizing
resources has consistently led to operational excellence in her previous roles.

ALICE BROWN
CMO - [email protected]

• Educational Background: Alice is a graduate of Stanford Graduate School

of Business, specializing in Digital Marketing Strategies.
• Professional Background: Formerly the Director of Marketing at
InnovateBiz Corp, Alice has over 10 years of experience in branding,
market outreach, and positioning strategies.

Her foresight and adaptability have been instrumental in capturing emerging

market trends and positioning businesses for success.

ROBERT BROWN
Account Manager - [email protected]

• Educational Background: Robert possesses a Bachelor’s degree in

Business Administration from the Wharton School, University of
Pennsylvania.
• Professional Background: With 8 years in client relationship roles, Robert
previously held the position of Senior Client Coordinator at ConsultHub.

His meticulous attention to detail and client-centric approach have consistently

led to high client retention and satisfaction rates.

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Organizational structure

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Explain the organizational structure of your management team. Include the reporting line and
decision-making hierarchy.

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Organization chart

John Doe
CEO

Alice Brown Jane Smith Robert Brown

CMO COO Account Manager

Emily White Mark Lee

Lead Content HR Head
Strategist

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Compensation plan

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Describe your compensation plan for the management and staff. Include their salaries,
incentives, and other benefits.

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Mentioning advisors or consultants in your business plans adds credibility to your business
idea.

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So, if you have any advisors or consultants, include them with their names and brief information
consisting of roles and years of experience.
Board of advisors

[ADVISOR NAME]
Advisor

A luminary in [specific field], [Name] provides invaluable insights into [specific

areas e.g., market trends, business strategy]. With a track record at [notable
companies/achievements], their association lends added credibility to our
endeavors.

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8.

Financial Plan

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 When writing the financial plan section of a business plan, it’s important to provide a comprehensive overview of your financial
projections for the first few years of your business, You may provide the following:

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• Introduction.
• Add startup costs (for new businesses).
• Profit & loss statement.
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• Cash Flow Statement.
To create an effective introduction for your "Financial Plan" chapter, begin by stressing the critical role of a well-structured financial plan in the
• Balance sheet.
success of your venture.
• Break-even analysis.
• Sales
Emphasize how this plan as the foundation for sustainability and profitability while keeping your services affordableToand
forecast.
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• Financing needs.
Mention that the upcoming section will provide detailed insights into your projected financial statements, outlining revenue streams, expenses,
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and the strategic path to financial stability.

This introduction will help your readers understand the significance of the financial plan and its alignment with your mission and goals, setting
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stage for a deeper exploration of your financial strategy.

Describe details such as projected revenue, operational costs, and service costs in your projected profit and loss statement. Make sure to include
your business’s expected net profit or loss.

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Profit & loss statement

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Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Cost Of Sales $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

General Costs $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Revenue Specific Costs $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Personnel Costs (Direct

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Labor)

Gross Margin $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Gross Margin (%) 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%

Operating Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Payroll Expense
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
(Indirect Labor)

General Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Bad Debt $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Amortization of Current
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Assets

EBITDA $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Additional Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Long Term
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Depreciation

Gain or loss from Sale

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
of Assets

EBIT $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Interest Expenses $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

EBT $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Income Tax Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Total Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Net Income $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Net Income (%) 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%

Retained Earning
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Opening

Owner's Distribution $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Retained Earning
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Closing

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The cash flow for the first few years of your operation should be estimated and described in this section. This may include billing invoices,
payment receipts, loan payments, and any other cash flow statements.

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Cash flow statement

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Cash Received $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Cash Paid $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

COS & General Expenses $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Salary & Wages $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Interest $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Sales Tax $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Income Tax $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Net Cash From

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Operations

Assets Sell $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Assets Purchase $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Net Cash From

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Investments

Amount Received $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Loan Received $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Common Stock

Preferred Stock $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Owner's Contribution $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Amount Paid $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Loan Capital $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Dividends & Distributions $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Net Cash From

$0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Financing

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Summary

Starting Cash $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Cash In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Cash Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Change in Cash $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Ending Cash $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Create a projected balance sheet documenting your marketing consultancy assets, liabilities, and equity.

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Balance sheet

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Assets $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Current Assets $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Cash $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Accounts Receivable $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Inventory $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Other Current Assets $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Long Term Assets $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Gross Long Term Assets $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Accumulated Depreciation $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Liabilities & Equity $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Liabilities $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Current Liabilities $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Accounts Payable $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Income Tax Payable $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Sales Tax Payable $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Short Term Debt $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Long Term Liabilities $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Long Term Debt $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Equity $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Paid-in Capital $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Common Stock $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Preferred Stock $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Owner's Contribution $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Retained Earnings $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Check $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Determine and mention your business’s break-even point—the point at which your business costs and revenue will be equal.

This exercise will help you understand how much revenue you need to generate to sustain or be profitable.
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Break-even Analysis

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Starting Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

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Net Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Closing Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Starting Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Net Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Closing Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Is Break Even? 0 0 0 0 0

Break Even Month 0 0 0 0 0

Days Required 0 0 0 0 0

Break Even Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

Break Even Units

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Financing needs

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calculate costs associated with starting a marketing consultancy, and estimate your financing needs and how much capital you need to raise to
operate your business.

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Be specific about your short-term and long-term financing requirements, such as investment capital or loans.

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9.

Appendix

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 When writing the appendix section, you should include any additional
information that supports the main content of your plan. This may include
financial statements, market research data, legal documents, and other
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relevant information.

• Include a table of contents for the appendix section to make it easy for
readers to find specific information.
• Include financial statements such as income statements, balance
sheets, and cash flow statements. These should be up-to-date and
show your financial projections for at least the first three years of your
business.
• Provide market research data, such as statistics on the size of the
printing industry, consumer demographics, and trends in the industry.
• Include any legal documents such as permits, licenses, and contracts.
• Provide any additional documentation related to your business plans,
such as marketing materials, product brochures, and operational
procedures.
• Use clear headings and labels for each section of the appendix so that
readers can easily find the information they need.

Remember, the appendix section of your business plan should only include
relevant and important information that supports the main content of your
plan.

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