Stage 3: proven demand

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A good business plan guides you through each stage of starting and managing your business.

To start working on your business plan, fill in the Startup Canvas Worksheet on Resources.

Creating your business plan is complex, but its crucial to get it right! Our 1:1 coaches are standing by to help you on your journey.

Hire a vetted service provider to assist you in whatever areas you need support.

Grants are debt-free capital given by an institution to businesses or individuals they want to support. IFW partners with brands like Visa, American Express, and Unilever to secure dozens of grant programs a year for our members. 

To help you keep track of your grant applications, fill in the Grant Planner Worksheet on Resources.

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Need outside capital to accelerate your growth? Here are some options:

1. Crowdfund to get cash to grow and scale.
2. Apply for grants or public funding from corporations or institutions.
3. Raise capital from angel investors or venture capitalists.

If you're crowdfunding, fill in the “Network Mapping” tab of our IFW Method Playbook, available on Resources. Watch our Network = net worth workshop from our Founder & CEO, Karen Cahn, in the IFW Workshop Library. (Note: You will need any paid IFW plan to access our Workshop Library). 

Funding is important for the long-term viability of your business! Work with a coach 1:1 to help you formulate your capital plan.

Learn about a wide variety of important business topics in our upcoming workshops.

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Want more guidance? Our expert business coaches are ready to provide you with individualized support. Together, your business will go forward, faster. Sign up to book a private, 1:1 session.

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