Phase 2: Planning and Strategy
Develop a solid business model, mitigate risks, and create a financially sound growth plan.
ENTREPRENEURIAL JOURNEY
12/15/20241 min read
Build Business Model:
Use the Business Model Canvas (BMC) to map out key components of your business: value propositions, revenue streams, customer segments, and more.
Complement with the Value Proposition Canvas (VPC) to align product features with customer expectations.
Assess Strengths and Risks:
Conduct a SWOT Analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
Develop risk mitigation strategies based on identified weaknesses and external threats.
Plan Finances:
Create Financial Projections that include revenue models, cost structures, and cash flow management.
Use metrics like Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) and Customer Lifetime Value (CLTV) to ensure profitability.
Plan funding sources (e.g., savings, angel investors, crowdfunding) with clear ROI expectations.
You can find additional insights on our Planning and Strategy Phase here!