...Marketing plan *The customers of Costume House Costume house provides costumes to a different range of age groups from infants, to teenagers, to adults, even different social groups to include friends grouping costumes or family or even couples, to cover pregnant ladies' segment as well. *Methods to attract visitors to the website One important aspect in the success of any business who conducts business solely online is traffic. Clearly if the website isn't getting any traffic it wont generate any sales regardless of the effort made. Doing so by; - Testing the site with limited traffic to generate more traffic. - Get free traffic from engines like google by getting a competitive ranking for best keywords by sugesting the site to them. -Giving away free content to other websites with link and information to our site attached. -Free word of mouth publicity by intense social media advertisements-as simple as including a "pass it on link" at the end of any advertisement message. -Hold a contest on the website, and give participants an extra entry for every friend they refer. - free link on onther high traffic websites in the same industry - A numbered other websites promoting our website for free - with an affiliate program "resellers" are a great way to get affiliates to promote products. for every paying customers affiliates refer to the website, we pay them a commission. since we only pay when we get money it is one of the safest low risks options. - Use email marketing...
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...Your Marketing Plan Guidebook Your marketing plan guidebook is designed to help you in developing a mission and vision statement, setting marketing objectives, examining the external environment, performing a situation analysis, selecting and describing a target market, developing marketing strategies and tactical plans and selecting methods to control a marketing plan. 1 YOUR MARKETING PLAN TITLE PAGE Here's your sample Title Page [It's a great idea to put a color picture of your business or product right on the front. But leave room for the following information.] [Your Name] [The month and year the marketing plan is completed] 2 YOUR MARKETING PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS Here's a sample Table of Contents. Be sure to include the page numbers when you have finished your Marketing Plan. Section: Page Number: I. Mission and Vision Statements II. Company Description III. Marketing Objectives IV. Analysis of the External (Uncontrollable) Environment V. Situation Analysis • Strengths • Weaknesses • Opportunities • Threats VI. Description of the Target Market(s) VII...
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...SAMPLE BUSINESS PLAN FITNESS PLUS, INC Disclaimer: This is a sample business plan, so the company and business information are fictitious. This plan reflects our standard business plan model, and changes in outline and structure can be made as per client specifications. Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY.......................................................................................................................4 GENERAL COMPANY DESCRIPTION....................................................................................................6 1.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW:......................................................................................................................6 1.2 MISSION AND VISION:.....................................................................................................................6 1.3 STRENGTHS AND CORE COMPETENCIES:..................................................................................................6 1.4 CHALLENGES:..............................................................................................................................6 INDUSTRY ANALYSIS.........................................................................................................................7 SERVICES OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................................9 3.1 SERVICES:............................................................................................
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...Sample Marketing Plan Template by Entrepreneur Media SA (Pty Ltd) For marketing advice, visit: http://www.entrepreneurmag.co.za/category/advice/marketing/ Sample marketing plan template Table of Contents 1) Executive summary Page # 2) Situation analysis Page # Page # Page # Page # 3) Marketing strategy 4) Financials 5) Implementation and Contingency http://www.entrepreneurmag.co.za/ 1 Sample Marketing Plan Template by Entrepreneur Media SA (Pty Ltd) For marketing advice, visit: http://www.entrepreneurmag.co.za/category/advice/marketing/ Executive Summary In half a page or less summarise the most important aspects of the business. Cover aspects of who the company is and what it is about, including unique aspects. Briefly describe the company’s history. ...
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...SAMPLE BUSINESS PLAN FITNESS PLUS, INC Disclaimer: This is a sample business plan, so the company and business information are fictitious. This plan reflects our standard business plan model, and changes in outline and structure can be made as per client specifications. Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY.......................................................................................................................4 GENERAL COMPANY DESCRIPTION....................................................................................................6 1.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW:......................................................................................................................6 1.2 MISSION AND VISION:.....................................................................................................................6 1.3 STRENGTHS AND CORE COMPETENCIES:..................................................................................................6 1.4 CHALLENGES:..............................................................................................................................6 INDUSTRY ANALYSIS.........................................................................................................................7 SERVICES OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................................9 3.1 SERVICES:............................................................................................
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...January, 1999 This sample marketing plan has been made available to users of Marketing Plan Pro™, marketing planning software published by Palo Alto Software. Our sample plans were developed by existing companies or new business start-ups as research instruments to determine target market viability, explore marketing strategies, or prepare funding proposals. Names, locations and numbers may have been changed, and substantial portions of text may have been omitted to preserve confidentiality and proprietary information. You are welcome to use this plan as a starting point to create your own, but you do not have permission to reproduce, publish, distribute or even copy this plan as it exists here. Requests for reprints, academic use, and other dissemination of this sample plan should be emailed to marketing@paloalto.com, the marketing department of Palo Alto Software. For product information visit our Website: www.paloalto.com or call: 1-800-229-7526. Copyright Palo Alto Software, Inc., 1999-2000 Confidentiality Agreement The undersigned reader acknowledges that the information provided by ________________ in this marketing plan is confidential; therefore, reader agrees not disclose it without the express written permission of ________________. It is acknowledged by reader that information to be furnished in this marketing plan is in all respects confidential in nature, other than information which is in the public domain through other means and that any disclosure or...
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...Appendix C Sample Marketing Plan APPENDIX C Sample Marketing Plan This sample marketing plan for a hypothetical company illustrates how the marketing planning process described in Chapter 2 might be implemented. If you are asked to create a marketing plan, this model may be a helpful guide, along with the concepts in Chapter 2. The Executive Summary, one of the most frequently read components of a marketing plan, is a synopsis of the marketing plan. Although it does not provide detailed information, it does present an overview of the plan so readers can identify key issues pertaining to their roles in the planning and implementation processes. Although this is the first section in a marketing plan, it is usually written last. 1 Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. The Environmental Analysis 2 presents information regarding the organization’s current situation with respect to the marketing environment, the current target market(s), and the firm’s current marketing objectives and performance. This section of the environmental analysis considers relevant external environmental forces such as competitive, economic, political, legal and regulatory, technological, and sociocultural forces. 3 C1 C1 Star Software, Inc. Marketing Plan 1 I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Star Software, Inc., is a small, family-owned corporation in the first year of a transition from first-generation to second-generation leadership. Star...
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...Appendix C Sample Marketing Plan C1 APPENDIX C Sample Marketing Plan Star Software, Inc. Marketing Plan 1 I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Star Software, Inc., is a small, family-owned corporation in the first year of a transition from first-generation to second-generation leadership. Star Software sells custom-made calendar programs and related items to about 400 businesses, which use the software mainly for promotion. Star’s 18 employees face scheduling challenges, as Star’s business is highly seasonal, with its greatest demand during October, November, and December. In other months, the equipment and staff are sometimes idle. A major challenge facing Star Software is how to increase profits and make better use of its resources during the off-season. An evaluation of the company’s internal strengths and weaknesses and external opportunities and threats served as the foundation for this strategic analysis and marketing plan. The plan focuses on the company’s growth strategy, suggesting ways in which it can build on existing customer relationships, and on the development of new products and/or services targeted to specific customer niches. Since Star Software markets a product used primarily as a promotional tool by its clients, it currently is considered a business-to-business marketer. This sample marketing plan for a hypothetical company illustrates how the marketing planning process described in Chapter 2 might be implemented. If you are asked to create a marketing plan, this...
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...Appendix C Sample Marketing Plan C1 APPENDIX C Sample Marketing Plan Star Software, Inc. Marketing Plan 1 I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Star Software, Inc., is a small, family-owned corporation in the first year of a transition from first-generation to second-generation leadership. Star Software sells custom-made calendar programs and related items to about 400 businesses, which use the software mainly for promotion. Star’s 18 employees face scheduling challenges, as Star’s business is highly seasonal, with its greatest demand during October, November, and December. In other months, the equipment and staff are sometimes idle. A major challenge facing Star Software is how to increase profits and make better use of its resources during the off-season. An evaluation of the company’s internal strengths and weaknesses and external opportunities and threats served as the foundation for this strategic analysis and marketing plan. The plan focuses on the company’s growth strategy, suggesting ways in which it can build on existing customer relationships, and on the development of new products and/or services targeted to specific customer niches. Since Star Software markets a product used primarily as a promotional tool by its clients, it currently is considered a business-to-business marketer. This sample marketing plan for a hypothetical company illustrates how the marketing planning process described in Chapter 2 might be implemented. If you are asked to create a marketing plan, this...
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...Worldwide Business Plan & Business Research Pg. 1 Prestige Worldwide Business Plan & Business Research Central Michigan University BUS100 F/S MWF 10:00 am 12/08/13 Prof Kelly Ryan Barlow Pg. 2 Pg. 3 Abstract In our report you will read over information on the following areas, a flyer of our companies products, executive structure, competition, retail location/ E-commerce, potential customers, marketing and advertising, annual operations costs, 12 month start-up launch/ action plan, and profitability. We specialize in sandwiches and soups. Our company consists of four owners each having different job titles. Our three main competitors in our market are firehouse subs, subway, and Jimmy Johns. Subway is the top competitor to Erbert & Gerbert Sandwich shops, having over 34,000 restaurants compared to our 47 locations across the country. Our franchise location is set in the middle of Central Michigan University. Our company plans to profit of the large majority of college students that are looking for something fast to eat. Through E- commerce we plan to bring more success to our company. We allow you to order online to make it more efficient to order food. Our potential customers will be the Central Michigan University college students as well as Mt. Pleasant townspeople. We decided to chose a franchise as a business investment because pf the free advertising owning a franchise business comes with. There are three specific marketing techniques...
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...Sample Marketing Plan Marketing Plan Outline: A marketing plan is essential for the success of a business. The marketing plan will give prospective investors a good idea what need or want your business is solving. It will identify your own strengths and weaknesses, competition, and overall marketing strategy that will attract your target consumers. Here are some key components to the marketing plan. 1. Executive Summary: The executive summary should state who is in charge of the business, company description, competition differentiators, and key statistical proof why the business will succeed. 1. Business form: partnership, corporation, etc 2. What is your product/service? 3. How is your business unique? 4. Why are you or why do you want to be in business? 5. Objectives and goals 2. Situation Analysis: This is the assessment of operations to determine the reasons for the gap between what was or is expected and what has happened or will happen. The situation analysis should include a market analysis, SWOT analysis, and a competitive analysis. 3. Market Analysis: This will include the market forecast, market segmentation, customer information, and market needs analysis. 1. Who are your customers? 2. Is the market growing? 3. Is the market large enough for business to expand? 4. How is the market segmented? 5. Why is there a need for your business? Sample Marketing Plan 4. SWOT Analysis: SWOT stands for: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. The first...
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...Trend Setters Hair Studio Hair and Beauty Salon Business Plan PAGE Start your own business plan » (/create_your_business_plan.php?link=create_top-b) BLACK FRIDAY SALE: Save 62% on the #1 Business Planning Software Sign Up Now (http://www.liveplan.com/?pm=LIVEPLAN12MONTH_62AB) 1 (executive_summary_fc.php) « PREVIOUS PAGE () NEXT PAGE » (COMPANY_SUMMARY_FC.PHP) 2 (company_summary_fc.php) 3 (products_and_services_fc.php) 4 (strategy_and_implementation_summary_fc.php) 5 (management_summary_fc.php) 6 (financial_plan_fc.php) 7 (appendix_fc.php) Executive Summary Trend Setters is a full-service beauty salon dedicated to consistently providing high customer satisfaction by rendering excellent service, quality products, and furnishing an enjoyable atmosphere at an acceptable price/value relationship. We will also maintain a friendly, fair, and creative work environment, which respects diversity, ideas, and hard work. Our Mission: To supply services and products that enhance our clients' physical appearance and mental relaxation. Our Motto: "The Trend Begins Here!" The timing is right for starting this new venture. Patiently searching for six months for the perfect location, one was finally found. The demand from the owner's clients, as well as the ambitions of the owner to one day start her own salon, and the procurement of highly professional and qualified beauticians to support the salon, has made this business one of great potential. Curley Comb, co-owner with Roller Comb, Jr...
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...FORMAT OF THE MARKETING PLAN For MMABiz1 I. Executive Summary (Is done last. Should be 1 page which contains the important sections of the plan. It should start with an intro statement, reasons why you are doing the marketing plan, market situation, industry description, major competitor description, objectives of the plan, target market, key marketing strategies, and a brief description of the action plan for the 4Ps of marketing) II. Current Marketing Situation A. Industry Analysis (Describe the industry where the product is competing in.) - Porter’s Framework (A schematic diagram of Porter’s framework should be done with corresponding explanation) Major Players in the Industry (Include only the key players or main competitors of the product) Competitive Profile Matrix (A tabulation of the major competitors, which includes description, and their 4Ps + other details) Consumer perception and buyer behavior (Include the result of survey here). B. Macro-Environmental Forces (Should include only relevant information / data that impacts on the category the product is competing in. Cite sources properly. Only 7 sentences are needed per macro-environmental force.) - Socio-Cultural Technological Economic Political-legal Demographic Natural / Environmental C. Company Profile (A brief description of the company. Include logo, other product offerings.) - Vision - Mission - Values D. Product Profile - FBA Matrix (Features, Benefits and Advantages in tabular...
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...MOSHI COMPUTING CENTRE BUSINESS PLAN Disclaimer: This is a MCC business plan, so the company and business information are fictitious. This plan reflects our standard business plan model, and changes in outline and structure can be made as per client specifications. GENERAL COMPANY DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 MARKETING PLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 C.Market Growth : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 E.Market Demand : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 G.Market Potentials : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 H.Market Opportunities : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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...Case Study: New Business Venture This case was borrowed from Kathy Schwalbe, Project Management 4th edition Part 1: Initiating Background Scenario: You and several of your friends have been working for corporations for over five years, but several of you have a desire to start your own business. You have decided that you are ready to pursue your idea of starting a music academy for children ages 3-16. You all enjoy creating music, and you saw the advantages that some children had from participating in special music programs beyond those available in schools. In particular, you see the need for music training in your area for children interested in voice, guitar, keyboard, and percussion so they can perform in their own bands. This New Business Venture Project would primarily involve you and three of your friends, who were all part of your high school band: 1. You are an excellent bass player, and you were the one who organized your band in high school and got the few paid gigs that you had. You can also play keyboard. You continue to play both instruments occasionally, but your full-time job and new spouse take up a lot of your time. Your current full-time job is working as a business analyst for a large retail store. Although your job is going well, you realize that you would be happier working in your own business and with something involving music. Your strengths are your creativity, organization, and analytical skills. Your spouse is employed full-time and supports...
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