Building a business plan can be time-consuming and tedious. It can also bring upon questions that pile up exponentially which leads to discouragement, self-doubt, second thought, and ultimately giving up. As a result, building a business plan is as far as most people ever get to start their own business. However, a business plan really isn't that different from...say...a schedule you plan out in your head everyday as to what you'll do throughout the day.

All businesses need a plan or blueprint. If you don't have a plan, the business is bound to be chaotic and lack focus. I mean think about it. You've been taught to write an outline before writing an essay; you've been taught to do your research before doing a project; you've been taught to study before taking a test; and you've been taught to think before you speak. The list goes on and on. The bottom line is that we all must prepare before we act. Starting a business is no different.

As you plan out your business, you'll discover new ideas and concepts, you'll create new goals and visions, and you'll review and analyze your business idea. You'll be continuously refining your original Idea/Concept.

However, while a business plan is often needed when you are getting financing for your business, I find that most business owners don