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Why is a well-constructed business plan particularly important for new businesses?
Why is a well-constructed business plan particularly important for new businesses?
- It ensures the business automatically attracts investors.
- It eliminates the need for any marketing efforts.
- It guarantees that the business's product or service will be successful, regardless of market demand.
- Because a good product alone cannot compensate for inadequate planning. (correct)
What is a key aspect of maintaining healthy cash flow in a new business?
What is a key aspect of maintaining healthy cash flow in a new business?
- Maintaining a balance between expenses and income. (correct)
- Avoiding spending any money until the business becomes profitable.
- Focusing solely on increasing income without considering expenses.
- Relying exclusively on borrowed money or investors to cover all expenses.
How should new businesses approach changes in customer demands or market trends?
How should new businesses approach changes in customer demands or market trends?
- Ignore the trends and remain steadfast to their original plan.
- Adapt to unexpected demands while staying true to their core plans and goals. (correct)
- Assume their initial research is infallible and not adjust to the market.
- Blindly follow every trend to try to please everyone.
Why is merely having a business name known not sufficient for effective marketing?
Why is merely having a business name known not sufficient for effective marketing?
What does the content suggest about the role of leaders in a new business?
What does the content suggest about the role of leaders in a new business?
According to the content, what percentage of start-ups fail within their first five years?
According to the content, what percentage of start-ups fail within their first five years?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies a business demonstrating a refusal to adapt?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies a business demonstrating a refusal to adapt?
How does poor leadership contribute to business failure, as suggested in the content?
How does poor leadership contribute to business failure, as suggested in the content?
What is the relationship between careful preparation and risk in starting a new business?
What is the relationship between careful preparation and risk in starting a new business?
What does the content imply about new businesses focusing entirely on their product/service?
What does the content imply about new businesses focusing entirely on their product/service?
Flashcards
Inadequate Research
Inadequate Research
Failing because the entrepreneur didn't plan or research enough, such as not understanding the customer's needs or the market.
Cash Flow Issues
Cash Flow Issues
Not having enough money to cover expenses, which often happens if a business spends too much before earning enough.
Ineffective Marketing
Ineffective Marketing
Not reaching potential customers effectively, like advertising lawn care to apartment dwellers.
Refusal to Adapt
Refusal to Adapt
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Poor Leadership
Poor Leadership
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Business Plan
Business Plan
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Study Notes
- Around half of all start-ups fail within their first five years
- Understanding the most common causes of business failure is vital for prospective entrepreneurs to protect themselves
Inadequate Research or Planning
- A business's success is dependent on understanding what problem it's solving for its customers
- It's important to know how the business fits into the broader market and industry
- A business plan is important because a good product isn't enough to overcome poor planning
Cash Flow Issues
- New businesses almost always require spending before they can become profitable
- Money may come from the owner's pockets, loans, borrowed money, or investors
- Many businesses start in the red and under pressure to earn money quickly
- As the business grows, expenses will likely increase, requiring balance between expenses and income
Ineffective Marketing
- Marketing is vital to a new business's survival
- A business can have the best product or service, but no one will pay for it if they don't know about it
- It's important to get a business name in front of the right audience
Refusal to Adapt
- New businesses need to be agile and adjust to unexpected customer demands or changes in the market
- A successful business balances the whims of an ever-shifting customer base with staying true to their plans and goals
Poor Leadership
- Almost all the common reasons businesses fail are also linked to poor leadership
- A new business relies on its leader or leaders to guide the way
- A business with multiple people needs to ensure that everyone is utilizing their talents to their best abilities
- A harsh or overly strict leadership team that scares away any prospective talent isn't doing the business any favors
Conclusions
- Starting a new business requires taking on risk, but careful preparation can help mitigate potential damage
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