If you are attempting to start a venture that will require some sort of internet presence you may be able to find a way to impress potential investors without the need of an in depth business plan. How do you do it? It is pretty simple. Just buy a professional looking website template and logo template that goes along with the theme you are envisioning. Customize the text as if this was the fully running website. Include links to the future functional areas just do not activate them. Take this site and begin showing it to select individuals, they will think you are farther along than you may really be and it is easier to show someone a prototype than a 50 page business plan. How much would something like this cost? - Domain $8.95 See: http://www.Godaddy.com
- Hosting $10/month See: http://www.HostGator.com
- Site Template about $35 See: http://www.TemplateHeaven.com
So for well under $100 you have a mock up site that you can use instead of, or in addition to, a full business plan. You will need someone with basic website design knowledge to install the template and edit the site text, sections, etc.; but that can be done by just about anyone or if you know how you can do it yourself. Best of Luck on your new venture! |
