"It’s crucial that your innovations succeed in our world. This means that your business must be profitable and sustainable without you losing control, your mind, or your shirt!" says Burke Franklin the entrepreneur, author, and speaker best known for creating BizPlanBuilder® business plan software, and founding Business Power Tools®, the company behind a massive collection of management tools for entrepreneurs, business owners and their advisors. He has over 40 years of experience in business and has helped thousands of entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses. Long hours and diligent work got you this far, scaling to the next level requires an edge. We developed these tools to accelerate your business while staying true to your vision. Our real-world systems streamline operations and drive profitability so you can focus on strategic growth. Please, leverage our tools and expertise to stay ahead of the imitators and become an industry icon. Burke is also the author of several books, including "Business Black Belt" which provides practical advice for entrepreneurs and small business owners on how to build successful businesses. He is also a popular speaker and has given talks on entrepreneurship, mindset, business planning, and marketing at conferences and events around the world.   Burke Franklin is a strong advocate for entrepreneurship and believes that anyone can start and grow a successful business with the right tools and mindset. He is committed to helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals and has dedicated his career to providing the resources and support they need to succeed.

Will Your Executive Summary Make a Powerful Impression on Investors?

Burke Franklin, Executive Summary1 Comment

For the past twenty years, I have spoken to hundreds, if not thousands of investors. From each conversation I try and walk away with at least one insight that I can pass along to our Biz Plan Builder business planning software customers. One bit of knowledge that I have received consistently from investors relates to…

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Competitors – 3 Kinds to Consider for Planning and Strategy

Business Plan, Investor Presentation

How does an underfunded innovator compete in an industry that makes more money treating a problem than it would by solving it? Pollution, garbage, water, food… Some entrepreneurs take pride in being “disruptive.” If that’s you, just be careful how you poke the beast. Learn more…

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Video – Writing Your Business Plan Executive Summary:
Introducing Your “Concept”

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VIDEO – What investors and lenders look for in your business plan! In this brief video, Business Power Tools founder and BizPlanBuilder business plan software template creator Burke Franklin coaches on writing a business plan — What to think about as you edit the “Concept / Business Model” section of your business plan and what investors and lenders (crowdfund, angel, venture capital, SBA) look for as they consider funding your start up or growing company.