Bankable Business Plans: Second Edition

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 275 pages
• Published by: Rowhouse Publishing; Second edition edition September 28, 2007
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0979152208
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0979152207
• Book Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Weighs: 1 pounds

Product Review
"I believe [Rogoff's] experiences with his own successful ventures and as a professor of entrepreneurship make him an great human being to guide you from initial idea through the creation of an effective plan that will serve the requirements of your customers and investors."  —Jeff Bezos, CEO, Amazon.com

"Here's the book entrepreneurs have been waiting for . . . a no-nonsense approach to putting in writing what lenders and investors demand to see. [This book] tells entrepreneurs exactly how to pull together what they need before they see the people with the money."  —Frank Hoy, professor of business, University of Texas–El Paso

"An indispensable guide to creating the kind of business plan that banks want to support. . . . A clear, well-written, informative book that teaches readers how to craft a winning strategy and be strong business managers and successful entrepreneurs."  —Norman J. DeLuca, managing director of commercial banking and financial services, FleetBoston Financial

Product Description
The secrets behind creating compelling and successful business plans sure to attract financial backers are revealed step-by-step in this invaluable guide. Containing detailed information on Risk Management Association (RMA) data and clear explanations of the guidelines that banks, venture capital firms, and the Small Business Administration (SBA) use to grant loans and other financial support to businesses, the resource equips potential business owners with a wealth of knowledge on lending procedures. Hundreds of useful ideas for developing, operating, marketing, and building a profitable business are included as are copious examples and resources for further study. By demonstrating how to make each business plan uniquely suited to a particular endeavor—such as home-based businesses, sole proprietorships, and franchise operations—this comprehensive handbook ensures that anyone can embark on a new business venture with confidence.

Reader Reviews
Having spent my legal career advising clients who are either seeking financing or trying to resurrect failing businesses, I am constantly amazed at the absolute lack of insight that most of them bring to their own business. When they present plans to lenders and potential investors it becomes clear to me that they have not done the thinking or the research which are necessary to convince anyone of their vision for their company. I have read and given copies of Dr. Rogoff's excellent book to a number of clients and look forward to reading the 2nd edition. This book is a clear road map for any serious business person. More importantly the tools in this book will allow a business person to gain the kind of understanding of their own business which will help them avoid making unfortunate missteps. Anyone who is serious about obtaining financing for a business either existing or startup needs to follow the plan set forth in Bankable Business Plans. I plan to continue to make this book one of my top recommendation to my clients, before they approach investors or lenders. Comment | | (Report this)