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Which of the following is NOT a key component of a marketing strategy?
Which of the following is NOT a key component of a marketing strategy?
What is the primary purpose of market analysis in the context of a business plan?
What is the primary purpose of market analysis in the context of a business plan?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Marketing Mix (4Ps)?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Marketing Mix (4Ps)?
What is the significance of identifying the unique selling proposition (USP) in a marketing strategy?
What is the significance of identifying the unique selling proposition (USP) in a marketing strategy?
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Why is it important to include metrics and KPIs in a marketing strategy?
Why is it important to include metrics and KPIs in a marketing strategy?
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Which of the following is a key aspect of customer acquisition?
Which of the following is a key aspect of customer acquisition?
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What is the primary purpose of including a budget and timeline in a marketing and sales strategy?
What is the primary purpose of including a budget and timeline in a marketing and sales strategy?
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of the Marketing Mix?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of the Marketing Mix?
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Which of the following is an example of an online marketing channel?
Which of the following is an example of an online marketing channel?
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What is the PRIMARY purpose of a sales strategy within a business plan?
What is the PRIMARY purpose of a sales strategy within a business plan?
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Which technique involves brainstorming by asking questions about a central idea, covering aspects like 'who', 'what', 'where', 'when', 'why', and 'how'?
Which technique involves brainstorming by asking questions about a central idea, covering aspects like 'who', 'what', 'where', 'when', 'why', and 'how'?
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Which technique encourages idea generation by writing down ideas on paper, then passing the papers around for others to build upon them?
Which technique encourages idea generation by writing down ideas on paper, then passing the papers around for others to build upon them?
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The technique that involves thinking about how to intentionally cause the problem or achieve the opposite of the desired outcome is called:
The technique that involves thinking about how to intentionally cause the problem or achieve the opposite of the desired outcome is called:
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Which step in ideation involves gathering and analyzing data related to the problem or opportunity?
Which step in ideation involves gathering and analyzing data related to the problem or opportunity?
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Why is the 'Combine' element of SCAMPER helpful for generating new ideas?
Why is the 'Combine' element of SCAMPER helpful for generating new ideas?
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Which technique is particularly useful for organizing thoughts, identifying connections, and generating new ideas by creating a visual representation of ideas and their relationships?
Which technique is particularly useful for organizing thoughts, identifying connections, and generating new ideas by creating a visual representation of ideas and their relationships?
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Which of the following is NOT a key step in the ideation process?
Which of the following is NOT a key step in the ideation process?
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How can 'Reverse Brainstorming' contribute to a more robust solution?
How can 'Reverse Brainstorming' contribute to a more robust solution?
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Which of the following is NOT a common barrier to ideation and innovation?
Which of the following is NOT a common barrier to ideation and innovation?
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What is the primary purpose of a business plan's executive summary?
What is the primary purpose of a business plan's executive summary?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good business name?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good business name?
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What is the main advantage of a descriptive business name?
What is the main advantage of a descriptive business name?
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Which of these is a strategy for overcoming barriers to ideation and innovation?
Which of these is a strategy for overcoming barriers to ideation and innovation?
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When should the executive summary of a business plan be written?
When should the executive summary of a business plan be written?
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Which of the following is a crucial element of a business plan's financial projections?
Which of the following is a crucial element of a business plan's financial projections?
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Why is it important to consider SEO when naming a business?
Why is it important to consider SEO when naming a business?
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Which of the following is NOT a step in choosing a business name?
Which of the following is NOT a step in choosing a business name?
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What is the primary purpose of conducting market analysis in a business plan?
What is the primary purpose of conducting market analysis in a business plan?
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Which of the following is a DON'T when naming a business?
Which of the following is a DON'T when naming a business?
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What is the primary goal of an operations plan in a business plan?
What is the primary goal of an operations plan in a business plan?
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Which of the following is an example of a descriptive business name?
Which of the following is an example of a descriptive business name?
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What is the key purpose of a funding request section in a business plan?
What is the key purpose of a funding request section in a business plan?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ideation and innovation?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ideation and innovation?
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What is the primary purpose of divergent thinking?
What is the primary purpose of divergent thinking?
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What is the primary purpose of a business description?
What is the primary purpose of a business description?
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Which of the following is NOT a common mistake to avoid when writing a business description?
Which of the following is NOT a common mistake to avoid when writing a business description?
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Which of the following is NOT a key component of a business model?
Which of the following is NOT a key component of a business model?
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Which of these components is NOT included in the Market Analysis?
Which of these components is NOT included in the Market Analysis?
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What is the main benefit of conducting a thorough market analysis?
What is the main benefit of conducting a thorough market analysis?
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How does a business model help attract investors and stakeholders?
How does a business model help attract investors and stakeholders?
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Which of the following is an example of an incremental innovation?
Which of the following is an example of an incremental innovation?
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Which of these is a key component of a strong business description?
Which of these is a key component of a strong business description?
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What is the main purpose of identifying the target market in a market analysis?
What is the main purpose of identifying the target market in a market analysis?
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What is the purpose of a business plan?
What is the purpose of a business plan?
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Which of these is NOT a benefit of conducting a market analysis?
Which of these is NOT a benefit of conducting a market analysis?
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How can a business plan help manage risk?
How can a business plan help manage risk?
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What is the role of 'channels' in a business model?
What is the role of 'channels' in a business model?
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Which of these is NOT a common source of market information?
Which of these is NOT a common source of market information?
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What is the best description of 'lateral thinking'?
What is the best description of 'lateral thinking'?
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What is the primary purpose of analyzing market trends in a market analysis?
What is the primary purpose of analyzing market trends in a market analysis?
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Which of these is NOT a key step in conducting a market analysis?
Which of these is NOT a key step in conducting a market analysis?
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What is the main purpose of writing a business model?
What is the main purpose of writing a business model?
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What step in the brainstorming process is most closely related to the concept of 'lateral thinking'?
What step in the brainstorming process is most closely related to the concept of 'lateral thinking'?
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What is the purpose of a good executive summary?
What is the purpose of a good executive summary?
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What is the primary purpose of a competitor analysis in a market analysis?
What is the primary purpose of a competitor analysis in a market analysis?
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Which of the following is NOT directly related to the concept of 'innovation'?
Which of the following is NOT directly related to the concept of 'innovation'?
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What is the difference between 'key activities' and 'key resources' in a business model?
What is the difference between 'key activities' and 'key resources' in a business model?
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Why is it important to provide evidence and data to support claims in a business description?
Why is it important to provide evidence and data to support claims in a business description?
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What is the relationship between a 'business model' and a 'business plan'?
What is the relationship between a 'business model' and a 'business plan'?
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What is the primary goal of customer segmentation in a market analysis?
What is the primary goal of customer segmentation in a market analysis?
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Which of these statements is NOT true about a strong business description?
Which of these statements is NOT true about a strong business description?
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Why is it important to have a diverse team during the brainstorming process?
Why is it important to have a diverse team during the brainstorming process?
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What step of the brainstorming process is most crucial for ensuring the success of the process?
What step of the brainstorming process is most crucial for ensuring the success of the process?
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What is the main difference between a business description and a market analysis?
What is the main difference between a business description and a market analysis?
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What is the primary purpose of estimating market size and growth in a market analysis?
What is the primary purpose of estimating market size and growth in a market analysis?
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Flashcards
Ideation
Ideation
The process of generating, developing, and communicating ideas.
Steps in Ideation
Steps in Ideation
- Identify problem or opportunity 2. Research and gather information 3. Generate ideas 4. Evaluate and refine ideas.
Mind Mapping
Mind Mapping
Creating a visual representation of ideas and their relationships from a central concept.
SCAMPER
SCAMPER
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Starbursting
Starbursting
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Brainwriting
Brainwriting
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Reverse Brainstorming
Reverse Brainstorming
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Collaborative Brainstorming
Collaborative Brainstorming
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Brainstorming Steps
Brainstorming Steps
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Divergent Thinking
Divergent Thinking
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Convergent Thinking
Convergent Thinking
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Lateral Thinking
Lateral Thinking
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Innovation
Innovation
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Incremental Innovation
Incremental Innovation
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Radical Innovation
Radical Innovation
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Disruptive Innovation
Disruptive Innovation
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Business Model
Business Model
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Value Proposition
Value Proposition
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Customer Segments
Customer Segments
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Revenue Streams
Revenue Streams
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Key Activities
Key Activities
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Cost Structure
Cost Structure
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Business Planning
Business Planning
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Market Analysis
Market Analysis
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Marketing Strategy
Marketing Strategy
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Target Market
Target Market
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Market Positioning
Market Positioning
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Marketing Mix (4Ps)
Marketing Mix (4Ps)
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Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
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Sales Strategy
Sales Strategy
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Marketing Budget
Marketing Budget
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Customer Acquisition
Customer Acquisition
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Executive Summary
Executive Summary
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Business Description
Business Description
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Funding Request
Funding Request
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Financial Projections
Financial Projections
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Characteristics of a Good Business Name
Characteristics of a Good Business Name
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Types of Business Names
Types of Business Names
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Do's in Naming a Business
Do's in Naming a Business
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Common Barriers to Ideation
Common Barriers to Ideation
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Tips for Effective Business Planning
Tips for Effective Business Planning
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Steps in Choosing a Business Name
Steps in Choosing a Business Name
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Common Mistakes in Executive Summary
Common Mistakes in Executive Summary
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Value of a Business Plan
Value of a Business Plan
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Unique Value Proposition (UVP)
Unique Value Proposition (UVP)
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Market Needs
Market Needs
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Competitor Analysis
Competitor Analysis
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Industry Overview
Industry Overview
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Market Size and Growth
Market Size and Growth
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Market Trends
Market Trends
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Customer Segmentation
Customer Segmentation
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Evidence of Demand
Evidence of Demand
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Barriers to Entry
Barriers to Entry
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Regulatory Environment
Regulatory Environment
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Putting It All Together
Putting It All Together
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Study Notes
Ideation
- Ideation is the process of generating, developing, and communicating ideas.
- It helps explore various possibilities and solutions.
- Example: Creating features for a new app.
- Steps in ideation: Identify problem/opportunity, research, generate ideas, evaluate/refine ideas.
- Techniques: Mind mapping, SCAMPER (Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, Rearrange), Starbursting, Brainwriting, Reverse brainstorming.
Mind Mapping
- Visual representation of ideas and relationships.
- Starts with a central concept, branching out to related subtopics.
- Connects topics with lines.
- Helpful for brainstorming, planning, and problem-solving.
SCAMPER
- Acronym for creative techniques using different questions.
- Substitute—What can be replaced?
- Combine—What can be merged?
- Adapt—What can be modified?
- Modify—Magnify/minimize aspects.
- Put to another use—Alternative uses.
- Eliminate—Oversight simplification.
- Rearrange—Reverse or reorganize.
Starbursting
- Generates questions, not answers, central to an idea.
- Creates a "star" of questions (who, what, where, when, why, how).
- Explores all aspects and identifies opportunities/challenges.
Brainwriting
- Participants write ideas on paper, not verbally.
- After a time, papers circulate for others to build on.
- Generates many ideas rapidly and ensures everyone contributes.
Reverse Brainstorming
- Considers opposite outcomes/obstacles.
- Identifying potential roadblocks to brainstorm solutions for avoiding problems.
Brainstorming
- Collaborative idea-generation activity.
- Encourages diverse thoughts and problem-solving.
- Example: Team discussing marketing strategies.
- Steps: Define problem, gather diverse team, encourage wild ideas, build on ideas, evaluate/prioritize.
- Tools: Whiteboard, sticky notes, mind mapping software, online tools, apps.
Creativity
- Spark of innovation, thinking outside the box for original ideas.
- Drives problem-solving and innovation.
- Example: Designing a unique logo.
- Types: Divergent thinking, convergent thinking, lateral thinking.
Divergent Thinking
- Generates creative solutions by exploring many possibilities.
- Non-linear, spontaneous, and free-flowing thought process.
- Multiple, diverse ideas.
- A contrast with convergent thinking.
Convergent Thinking
- Aims for a single, correct solution through logic and speed.
- Used in situations with clear answers.
- Example: Math problem-solving.
Lateral Thinking
- Creative problem-solving technique, looking at situations from different angles.
- Encourages unconventional solutions.
Innovation
- Turns creative ideas into useful solutions.
- Leads to new products, services, and improvements.
- Example: Developing new industry-changing technology.
- Types: Incremental, Radical, Disruptive.
Incremental Innovation
- Small, continuous improvements to existing products/services/processes.
- Further development of existing products, services, or processes.
Radical Innovation
- Creates entirely new, groundbreaking products/technologies/business models.
- Disrupts existing markets.
- High risk, high reward.
Disruptive Innovation
- Smaller companies challenge larger ones by offering simpler, affordable, or more convenient products/services.
- Starts in niche markets, ultimately transforms entire industries.
Business Model
- Plan of how a company creates, delivers, and captures value.
- Provides a clear roadmap, attracts investors, guides decisions, and ensures alignment with goals.
- Components: Value proposition, customer segments, channels, customer relationships, revenue streams, key resources, key activities, key partnerships, cost structure.
Value Proposition
- Unique value offered to customers.
- Example: "Save time and increase productivity."
Customer Segments
- Different groups a business aims to serve.
- Example: Small business owners, freelancers.
Channels
- Ways businesses deliver their offerings to customers.
- Example: Website, e-commerce platforms.
Customer Relationships
- Types of relationships established with customers.
- Example: Personalized support, loyalty programs.
Revenue Streams
- Sources of income for a business.
- Example: Product sales, subscription services.
Key Resources
- Assets needed to deliver the value proposition.
- Example: Technology platform, skilled workforce.
Key Activities
- Essential actions for business operation.
- Example: Product development, marketing.
Key Partnerships
- Suppliers and partners assisting the business.
- Example: Logistics companies for timely delivery.
Cost Structure
- Major costs involved in business operations.
- Example: Manufacturing, marketing expenses.
Business Planning
- Process to outline, plan, and guide a business future.
- Roadmap for achieving goals.
Importance of Business Planning
- Clarifies business vision and objectives.
- Guides decision-making and risk management.
- Attracts investors and lenders.
- Identifies challenges and solutions.
Key Components of a Business Plan
- Executive Summary, Business Description, Market Analysis, Organization/Management, Products/Services, Marketing/Sales Strategy, Operations Plan, Funding Request, Financial Projections.
Executive Summary
- Brief overview of the business and its goals.
- Includes business name, location, mission, product/service descriptions, target market, and financial goals.
Crafting a Business Description
- Defining your business idea.
- Identifying market problems and unique solutions
Conducting Market Analysis
- Understanding target customers, their needs, existing competition.
Developing Marketing/Sales Strategies
- Crafting marketing plans and sales strategies, including pricing models.
Financial Projections
- Demonstrating business potential by forecasting sales, income, cash flow, and break-even analysis.
Tips for Effective Business Planning
- Clarity and conciseness.
- Use of data.
- Long-term goal planning.
Business Name
- Establishes identity, attracts customers, builds credibility.
- Characteristics: Memorable, easy to pronounce/spell, relevant, unique, scalable, legally available.
- Types: Descriptive, invented, acronym, geographical, personal.
- Steps: Define brand, brainstorm names, check availability, get feedback, finalize/protect.
- Do's & Don'ts: Be creative but clear, culturally appropriate, consider SEO. Avoid overly complicated names, similar names, and names that limit future growth.
Overcoming Barriers to Ideation/Innovation
- Fear of failure, groupthink, lack of diversity, limited resources.
- Strategies: Encourage wild ideas, foster diverse teams, provide support, celebrate failures.
Executive Summary (Expanded)
- Quickly captures attention, provides concise business overview.
- Presents key aspects like business concept, goals/vision, target market, marketing strategy, financial highlights, team, and call to action.
Business Description (Expanded)
- Company overview, mission statement, vision statement, product/service details, target market, and UVP (unique value proposition).
- Introduces business, clarifying mission, vision, products, target market, and value proposition.
Market Analysis (Expanded)
- Comprehensive assessment of a market within a specific industry.
- Includes understanding market trends, market size, competitor analysis, target market, customer segmentation, and industry trends.
- Uses credible data sources like reports, government publications, surveys, and research firms.
Marketing Strategy (Expanded)
- Outlines how a business will attract/retain customers, differentiate, and reach the target market.
- Components: Target market, market positioning, marketing mix (4Ps), sales strategy, budget, and KPIs.
Marketing Mix (4Ps)
- Framework for promoting and selling products/services.
- Components: Product, price, place (distribution), and promotion.
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Test your knowledge on the essential components of a marketing strategy with this quiz. Evaluate your understanding of concepts like the Marketing Mix, customer acquisition, and the significance of a budget in sales strategies. Perfect for aspiring marketers and business students alike!