How to Prepare a Business Plan for a Window Cleaning Business
A business plan for your window cleaning business will help lenders determine how well you're running the business and if it will be a success. It also lets you know if your marketing is effective. Write the plan before you start your business, then update and revise it as the business grows. Try to think of your business plan as your road map to success and productivity.
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Create a cover page for your business plan. Include information like the name of your business, address, phone number and date of the plan.
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Include your mission statement on the first page. The mission statement should be about providing customer service as a window clearer. For example, "The mission of XYZ window cleaning is to meet our customers' needs by providing a timely and professional window-cleaning service."
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Include a statement of purpose within your business plan. This states who you are, what influenced you to go into the business and how you've come this far in the business.
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Get into the details of your business in the following section. This should be one page and it should summarize your business. Include how many customers you've had to date, the type of businesses you serve and which are regular customers.
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State the type of business entity your window washing business is. Is it a sole proprietor or limited liability company? State why you decided to use this legal structure and include a copy of your business license.
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List the services you provide in the next section. State the reasons you're qualified to perform the services, e.g., training or licensing. Include a copy of your resume in this section.
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In the next section, state how many employees you have and how you plan for the business to grow. Include how many hours a week you operate the business.
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Include the type of business insurance you carry, for example, commercial liability. Attach a copy of the declaration page from your insurance policy as proof-of-coverage.
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Write a marketing summary. Give the methods of marketing you currently use and what methods you're considering. Write about your marketing plan's success and how you see your business after putting new marketing strategies in place.
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Tips & Warnings
Include letters and comments from satisfied customers in your business plan.
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