Starting My Business Plan
Getting
Started
So, I've started working on my business plan. I've looked up a
bunch of samples and examples. At this point, I'm filling in one that I
downloaded into Word from Bplan.com. I haven't spent the money yet to do their
paid version but eventually, I probably will. So far it has been going well.
The more I write and explain what I want this business to do the more excited I
get. Now I've gotten to the part where I need to start putting in numbers. This
is the part where I'm stumped. Where do I get the data to put in numbers that
really make sense and tell a story? I think that my next step is to get some
quotes from several (3-5) app and website developers. At least then I will have
a target amount of money to raise to start the building.
Making Learning Real
In my classroom, I moved my 6th graders into new teams and instead
of having them choose team names like normal I had them choose company names,
make a log and choose a type of business that they would be, then they were to
write a Mission Statement and Vision Statement. So, of course, I had to share
what mine would be for my company.
My Vision Statement.
A vision statement is to where we want to be or be doing in the
future. Strangely enough, I think that I do some of my best thinking while
teaching. here is what I came up with: "Ditson Intellectual Training will
be the world leader in teaching pertinent and factual information to students
of all ages around the world while creating more intelligent, confident, and
healthier citizens for a brighter future." Or in a shorter format,
"DitsonIT will grow a smarter future."
My Mission Statement
A mission statement explains how we make the vision statement
happen. It's the purpose we serve, it's the function, and a description of the
organization. Its a roadmap for the vision statement and clarifies the what,
who and why the company exists. Our mission is to use technology to teach
people in the 21st century the information they need to be successful in life
while improving brain function and building social interactions. We will
continue to study and do research to help us know how to best transfer
information and sound reasoning to the human population allowing them to be
successful in ways that bring the most joy, happiness, and contentment to the
most people.
To accomplish this we will develop technologies and programs that
will be catered to the individual person and be able to provide to them what
they need, how they need it and when they need it. We will use technology to
rebuild and strengthen the mind rather than replace it while giving the people
what they want and need so they will truly enjoy the learning process.
I Love This Statement
"Sell them what they want and give them what they need."
This is the essence of how I want all of my businesses to run.
DitsonIT.com
