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The document discusses the purpose and structure of a business plan. It explains that a business plan is a 25-35 page written narrative that describes what a new business plans to accomplish. It has two main purposes - as an internal document to guide the company, and as an external document to attract investors. The document outlines the typical sections of a business plan, including the executive summary, business description, management team, operations plan, financial plan, and risks. It emphasizes that the business plan must convince investors that the business is a good use of their funds by including properly conducted feasibility analysis and realistic financial projections.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP- CONCEPT
ENTREPRENEUR- CONCEPT, MEANING, DEFINITION, FEATURES, NEED, IMPORTANCE, FUNCTIONS, CHARACTERISTICS, GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT, PURSUITS & SUMMARY, WITH HUMAN ACTIVITIES.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP- CONCEPT, MEANING, DEFINITION, FEATURES, NEED, IMPORTANCE, FUNCTIONS, CHARACTERISTICS, GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT, PURSUITS & SUMMARY, WITH HUMAN ACTIVITIES.
INNOVATION, CREATIVITY, RISK TAKING, CHANGE AGENT, PROBLEM SOLVER,
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ENTREPRENEURIAL VALUES, ATTITUDES, MOTIVATION, COMPETENCIES, BARRIERS, MYTHS WITH HELP & SUPPORT TO ENTREPRENEURS.
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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS- PATENTS, COPYRIGHTS, TRADEMARKS, INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS, GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS, etc.
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