List five organizations that can be used as resources to obtain information or assistance for preparing a business plan

Financial Resources: Funding

The most important element in starting a business is funding

Human Resources: Employees

The success of an organization is heavily reliant on the talent and strength of its employees

Educational Resources: Industry Know How

Perhaps the greatest thing an entrepreneur can do when establishing a new business is to gain as much education possible

Physical Resources: Premises and Equipment

Whether a small home business or a retail operation with multiple locations, every organization must have the appropriate physical resources to survive

Emotional Resources: Support Systems

Starting a business can be an extremely stressful endeavor for an entrepreneur to undertake.