Raising Capital: How to Write a Financing Proposal to Raise Venture Capital Book

OK, you've got a business idea, you need a plan. Daunting task? Certainly. But don't fret; just get reading Abrams' book. There's enough information here to help you get almost any business started. This is a proven source, for it's been through several re-prints since 1991. It's not just a theory book but a workbook that helps you think about some of the most overlooked, critical issues in starting or growing a business: market research; change and adaptability; personal issues: control, challenges, creativity; and so on.

And what really helps are the insights made by those who've been there, those priceless tips that not only inform but more times than not settle the nerves as the reader discovers businesss success is often more about passion and integrity than numbers and forecasting.

Warning: Writing a Business Plan is not for weak o heart.

This book is over 400 pgs. There's a lot here. You're not going to use it all (some of it is reference or may not apply to your business), but the bottom line is that it's going to take some work. But you really can't avoid the process. Not only for funding but for knowing your business, you, your market, and the intangibles better so that you have a greater chance at success.

But considering it's also got a lot of up-to-date advice and info. makes it an even better buy. For example, insider secrets from venture capitalists, owners, CEOs; sample business plan (a must for those who need to "see" not merely read directions); starting a business in a weak economy (timely, for sure); latest research and trends in business planning and finance; and worksheets, worksheets, worksheets.

The last version was printed June 2003, so it's a few years behind, but if you want up-to-the-minute info., go to Abrams web page.

Good luck with planning and building your business.

To your success!!!