Category: Business Planning

Planning During Uncertain Times

Rani Langer-Croager February 4, 2026 No Comments

It’s that time of the year when many business owners, including ourselves, are planning for the year. But, how do you plan for a year when there continues to be…

Tips for Making Better Business Decisions

Rani Langer-Croager November 19, 2025 No Comments

As a business owner, you are faced with many opportunities and decisions that can affect your business’ strategic direction. It can be difficult to make the right decisions when you…

Guide to Getting Started on Your Business’ Financial Forecast

Rani Langer-Croager January 23, 2023 No Comments

Many entrepreneurs struggle to put together the numbers, or financial forecast, for their business. However, understanding your business’ financial outlook is a critical component to making sound strategic business decisions;…

Common Business Plan Mistakes to Avoid

Rani Langer-Croager July 10, 2022 No Comments

Writing a business plan is an important part of your entrepreneurial journey. In our experience, it’s also one of the most challenging things for a new business owner to do.…

Is a Business Plan Necessary?

Rani Langer-Croager April 11, 2022 No Comments

It seems that every businessperson has an opinion on whether a small business or startup founder should write a business plan – from “you must have one” to “they’re a…

The Right Time to Write Your First Business Plan

Rani Langer-Croager October 18, 2021 No Comments

Writing your first business plan is an important step in starting your business. Your business plan is your roadmap for growing your business. It’s also a document that potential funders…

Tips for Pricing Your Product or Service

Rani Langer-Croager August 23, 2021 No Comments

For many entrepreneurs, setting a price for your product or service can feel intimidating. Your ability to attract customers, generate sales, and make the business sustainable rides on your pricing. …

What to Pay Myself as a Business Owner?

Rani Langer-Croager July 30, 2021 2 Comments

When we look at forecasting business expenses, we always get asked “When is the right time to start paying myself as a business owner? And, how much should I pay…

Can’t I Just Hire Someone to Write My Business Plan?

Rani Langer-Croager March 16, 2021 No Comments

We often hear people ask “Can’t I just hire someone to write my business plan for me?” Writing a business plan is a task that most entrepreneurs dread. It’s overwhelming…

Do I Need a Business Plan as a Freelancer?

Rani Langer-Croager August 21, 2018 No Comments

Like many self-employed people, I fell into freelancing. I stumbled through marketing to former colleagues, taking whatever interesting projects came my way, and trying to figure out how to scope…

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