SBA Business Planning & Development Strategies

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a business plan?

Accepted Answer

Outline business strategy and goals

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Entertain investors

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Replace financial records

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List employee names

Question 2

Which section of a business plan describes the target market?

Accepted Answer

Market analysis

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Financial projections

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Marketing plan

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Executive summary

Question 3

What is SWOT analysis used for?

Accepted Answer

Analyze internal and external factors

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Track income

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Create marketing slogans

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Develop payroll systems

Question 4

Why is cash flow management important?

Accepted Answer

Meet financial obligations

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Improve branding

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Increase office space

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Boost employee turnover

Question 5

What is an elevator pitch?

Accepted Answer

A quick, engaging business summary

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A long financial report

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An employee handbook

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A commercial jingle

Question 6

Which strategy helps new businesses build credibility?

Accepted Answer

Networking and partnerships

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Avoiding social media

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Relying on cold calls

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Eliminating marketing efforts

Question 7

What is a common challenge for startups?

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Access to capital

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Finding office space

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Overhiring staff

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Too much demand

Question 8

What should a marketing plan identify?

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Customer needs and strategies

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Business location only

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Internal staff management

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Office decoration

Question 9

Why is competitive analysis important?

Accepted Answer

Understand market position

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Discourage competition

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Reduce employee salaries

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Limit customer base