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September 2025 

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A one-page business plan...

 

Is it enough?

 

Writing a full business plan can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re just shaping your business idea or testing your concept. But the good news if you think a business plan means a detailed, 40-page document is, well, it doesn't.

 

Some of the best business plans fit on a single page. And for most entrepreneurs, that’s more than enough to get started.

 

Why? Because the real power of planning is more about forcing you to focus on the most important aspects of your business than it is about filling in every single detail

 

A one-page plan makes you:

  • Define your idea clearly.
  • Explain who your customers are.
  • Explain how you’ll reach them.
  • Explain how the business will make money.

That's it. It’s quick to write and update, and it evolves with your business. The most important thing is to keep updating it as your business changes. Then, if you decide to take it to a lender or potential new partner, you can expand the sections that might be important to them.

 

Click below to get our guide on writing a viable one page business plan, including the 11 key elements to include in your plan.

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The One-Page Business Plan

 

You wouldn't write a 40-page business plan just to brainstorm an idea, and neither would we. But a one page plan can do wonders for your preparation. Get our free one-page business plan template to boil your idea down to the 12 key aspects that give you a working plan for growth. 

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Business Proposal Template

 

Got a new business, but struggling to find a customer base? Try pitching your products or services directly to potential customers. A business proposal quickly details how your solution solves customers' problems, as well as the timeline and cost. Download our free business proposal template to start putting together your proposal.

 

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LivePlan Downloads Gallery

 

We've got two dozen free templates, checklists and eBooks to help you plan, start, and grow your business. They cover common challenges like writing a business plan or creating forecasts, plus recent additions to our template library, like AI prompts for business planning.

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The 4-Step Market Analysis

 

Industry. Target market. Competition. Pricing. Focus on understanding these four facets of your business to help you develop a comprehensive analysis of your business's market.

 

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How Big is Your Market?

 

Learn why understanding your Total Addressable Market, Serviceable Available Market, and Service Obtainable Market is essential for a well-thought-out business plan, especially when seeking investment.

 

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Options for Fundraising

 

Looking for funding for your startup or small business? We explore 40 different funding avenues, from traditional loans and grants to fintech options, crowdfunding, venture capital, and other options.

 

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The Bank Needs to Know

 

Get ahead of the loan process by learning the typical documents a bank will require, including collateral information, your business plan, financial details and insurance information, plus how to prepare for the application process.

 

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