The leaf cleanup business plan is not a conceptually challenging document and it should be clear and easy to read. That said it does pose its own challenges to the author, as it needs to accurately cast the market opportunity, lay down some marketing basics, review the industry and any competitive threats, and provide a full pro forma financial model to support the argument that a leaf cleanup company can thrive. The model will need a revenue forecast, break-even analysis, profit and loss table, cash flow statement, and a balance sheet. The body of the plan will need to give answers for the following:
• What are the different rates you'll charge for cleaning up leaves?
• Do you make arrangements to collect any other debris or garbage?
• Who are you in direct competition with?
• How will you work to gain new customers?
• Do you know the number of people you will need to employ?
This business plan also needs a personnel forecast showing who will be hired into the company, when, and at what rates. This should complement the bio section, where you profile yourself and other members of the management team, if any. The leaf cleanup plan also needs to show heavy seasonality (with highest activity during the autumn months) so be sure that has been factored into your projections accurately. MasterPlans has written customized business plans for all sorts of clients including landscaping start-ups, debris companies, and municipal cleanup projects. Call today to learn about our plans. 877-453-2011
