Develop Your Business Plan

Plan Your Path: How to Develop Your Business Plan Class

Business plans are important tools for all entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners and are essential for planning a solid path forward. In this workshop, led by Charlie Warner of Human|Work, we will explore the key elements of a solid business plan, how to utilize your plan effectively, and how to reorient when plans don’t go as planned. We will cover the essential elements of business planning and how to use your plans to get funding, reduce overwhelm, and improve your leadership. 

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have not only a deeper understanding of what makes a business plan effective but also a tangible framework tailored to your specific goals. The session is interactive and collaborative, offering opportunities to receive feedback, ask questions, and connect with like-minded professionals. Whether you’re a first-time entrepreneur or an established business owner looking to pivot, this workshop will equip you with the skills and confidence to craft a business plan that drives growth and ensures long-term success.


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About the Instructor: 
Charlie (she/they) is a self–described wanderpreneur and loves exploring our human relationships with work. She specializes in strategic alignment and supporting individuals and organizations in orienting to their Core Purpose & Values. She has her MBA and teaches strategy and leadership as an Adjunct Professor. Charlie mentors leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in aligning their work.

About Us:
Our mission is to support small business owners across the state by providing business training and funding to those who don’t qualify for traditional financing. How are we different from other financial institutions?

The UMLF helps people who:

• Are just starting out and don’t have an operating history
• Don’t have enough collateral for a conventional loan
• Have had life events that have had a negative impact on credit scores

We are designed to support business owners by offering small business microloans. Our application and loan process is simple and can provide funds for equipment, inventory, or working capital. Learn more at www.umlf.org