Recent Articles Published by Noah Parsons
How to Manage Cash Flow With an Accurate Cash Flow Forecast
Managing cash flow requires an accurate forecast you update based on actual conditions. Learn to create a dynamic forecast to manage your business better. Read more »
How to Write an eCommerce Business Plan + Template
When starting an eCommerce business, it’s tempting to just set up your digital shop. But like any business in order to succeed you need a business plan. Read more »
Fundamentals of Lean Planning: How to Plan Less and Grow Faster
Lean Planning unlocks faster growth and increases your chances of success. Learn how to create a modern, one-page Lean Business Plan in under 20 minutes. Read more »
The 11 Slides You Need to Have in Your Pitch Deck for 2020
An impressive pitch deck is a key part of your fundraising toolkit. Use this detailed guide to figure out exactly what you need to include in your pitch deck to get the attention of investors. Read more »
How to Write a Food Truck Business Plan
Start your food truck the smart way and build a solid business plan. You’ll reduce your risk and make more money. Free template included. Read more »
What Is a Cash Flow Statement?
To gauge the health of your business you need to understand your cash flow statement. Get a complete explanation of the cash flow statement with examples. Read more »
What is Cash Flow?
Cash flow is a vital part of your business, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Check out our guide to learn everything you need to know about cash flow. Read more »
15 Ideas for Businesses to Start in a Crisis
In a crisis business or the dream of starting one doesn’t have to stop. Here are 15 business ideas that you can start online and out of your home. Read more »
The Importance of Burn Rate and Cash Runway
It's important to understand your cash position at all times, but especially in times of uncertainty. This can be a daunting task, but the best place to start is understanding and calculating your cash burn rate and your cash runway. Read more »
How to Write a Business Plan on Just One Page [Updated for 2020]
Writing a business plan can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. Instead, try starting with a simple business plan on a single sheet of paper. Here's how to do it, and a free template to help you get started. Read more »
How to Write a Business Plan [Updated for 2020]
Everything you need to know about how to write a business plan, from the executive summary to appendix. Start writing your business plan today. Read more »
Do This One Thing Before You Write Your Business Plan
I’m going to walk you through an easier way to get your business plan started, and show you how to develop a winning strategy. We call it the One Page Pitch. Read more »
85 Essential Startup Resources You Should Know About
These are the tools that we know, love, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend—many of them we use ourselves. Use them to propel your startup into success and growth. Read more »
How to Write a Restaurant Business Plan + Example Templates
Because of the risk and the amount of money involved, writing a business plan for a new restaurant is even more important than it might be in other industries. While not everything will likely go exactly as you planned, if you have a business plan you’ll certainly minimize your risk and make it that much more likely that you’ll find financial success. Read more »
Boost Your SaaS Business Revenue With These 12 Strategies
So, you've launched your new SaaS company. The hard part is over, right? Not so fast—now, it's important to make sure you have a growth strategy in place. Read more »
A Complete Guide to Forecasting Sales in a SaaS Business
If your business is building a subscription service, creating a reliable sales forecast is a critical step to understanding how your business will grow. Read more »
No Competition? Not Possible!
So, your new business doesn't have any competition? Think again. All businesses have competition—but it might not be what you'd expect. Here's why every business has competition, and why that's actually a good thing. Read more »
The 7 Key Components of a Perfect Elevator Pitch [With Video]
A solid elevator pitch is an essential tool for achieving your goals—and it needs to cover these 7 things. If you're pitching investors or building a pitch deck, here's how to make sure you've covered the essentials. Read more »
Cash Flow 101: What Is Cash Flow?
Not paying attention to your cash flow? Even profitable companies can fail if they don't have a clear understanding of the cash flowing into and out of their businesses. Here are the cash flow basics, and what to watch out for. Read more »
Practical Market Research Resources for Entrepreneurs
Are you starting a business? One of the first things you'll need to do is market research. Here are a few top market research resources to get you going. Read more »
