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Why a startup’s initial business plan is important

Started by brisbourne · 6 months ago

In his Guide to Startups Part 7 Marc Andreessen argues that a startup’s business plan doesn’t matter that much.  I am not so sure that is the right way to think about things.  For sure every plan will change, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’ ... Continue reading »

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  • A business plan (or strategic plan) is great for forcing you to think things through. It shouldn't be written in stone - markets change and your business should likewise evolve (or perish).
  • My humble experience is that in the startup process thoughts and ideas evolve at such a fast pace that can be hardly included - updated - in a business plan.

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