Hiring a business writer may be helpful (the keyword being “may”). There are various factors that founders ought to consider when seeking to work with a business plan writer. However, the first, and key, question that you should ask yourself is: do you really need a plan writer?

I have worked with several clients as a business plan writer throughout my consultancy career. Additionally, I have worked as a business plan consultant, where I have guided entrepreneurs towards creating the perfect business plan, without writing it for them. 

To be frank, the first question that I ask leads when approached for business plan writing services is: why do you need a business plan writer?

“But Sohrab, aren’t you losing potential clients if you discourage people from hiring you as a business plan writer?” 

This is a question that several people have asked me. And the answer is: maybe. However, I believe that transparency should prevail in my work as a business consultant. Moreover, I offer business plan writing guidance and review services, which many founders find to be more useful for them. 

Additionally, building trust with clients is far more beneficial in terms of progressing my reputation and establishing long-term relationships with clients. 

Now, don’t get me wrong: I’m not saying that business plan writers are utterly useless. After all, I am offering it as a service, and some founders may find it absolutely beneficial. 

However, the key question is: “when to use a business plan writer”?

Let’s dive into it….

Business plan writers: when they can be useful?

Time 

Time is our greatest asset. And it’s a scarce commodity, especially for entrepreneurs. 

Some entrepreneurs may simply have far too many commitments and tasks to fulfil that they simply don’t have the time to research and write a business plan. 

This is especially true for foreign entrepreneurs, who have to simultaneously navigate visa requirements and immigration compliance. 

Therefore, a business plan writer may be beneficial for entrepreneurs who have far too little time on their hands. 

The language gap

Writing a professional business plan requires fluency in the language in which it is written (and no, don’t just use ChatGPT for it). 

In additio to linguistic fluency, writing a business plan requires extensive familiarity with business concepts that are unique to each entrepreneur’s target sector and market. 

If you lack this factor, then it is certainly beneficial to seek the services of a business plan writer. 

Industry expertise 

Every entrepreneur should have a thorough understanding of their industry and target market. If you don’t, I strongly suggest re-thinking your business aspirations. 

However, a business plan writer that possesses industry-specific expertise and/or experience, as well as experience in the purpose of your business, for instance immigration or funding, can certainly be useful. 

Business plan consultants: more suitable?

As I mentioned before, I operate as both a business plan consultant and writer. Therefore, I believe I am qualified to help you determine whether a consultant or writer is more suitable. 

Business plan consultants: what do they do?

Business plan consultants review and evaluate your business plan through an evaluation of your business model, competition, industry and the purpose of your business plan. 

Cost 

Working with a business plan consultant can be more cost-effective than hiring a business plan writer. Of course, this depends on the work quality, reputation and standard of each. 

You can browse freelancer platforms and find business plan writers who offer to write an entire business plan with less than $500. But what level of quality are they really offering?

Remember: you get what you pay for. An individual who has legitimate and extensive experience (what you really need), is unlikely to work for cheap rates.

Writing a business plan develops your skills

One of the key reasons that I recommend clients to consider working with me on a consultancy basis is skills development. 

Writing a business plan requires developing and utilising various skills, namely research, writing and planning. 

By engaging in the aforementioned, you have a chance of developing these skills, all of which will be beneficial to you as an entrepreneur. 

At the same time, working with a consultant enables you to have an objective expert review and correct potential mistakes and issues. 

Hire me as your business plan writer, but….

You can reach out to me to discuss hiring me as your business plan writer. 

However, please note that I only take 13 business plan writing projects each year. 

Furthermore, in light of the above, ask yourself these questions beforehand:

• Why are you seeking to hire a business plan writer?

• Would it be more suitable to hire me as your business plan consultant instead?

• What is the purpose of your business plan? Immigration? Funding? Either way, I am able to assist. I have obtained British citizenship through several business visas, almost closed a funding round and also work as a VC Scout. 

BEWARE of poor quality business plans

Lastly, beware of poor quality business plan writers (and there’s a lot of them out there).

Bad business plans will cost you money, time and opportunities. Remember that paying low prices, or in some cases high prices for poor quality writers, can be detrimental.

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About | My name is Sohrab Vazir. I’m a UK-based entrepreneur and business consultant. At the age of 22, and while I was an international student (graduate), I started my own Property Technology (PropTech) business under the endorsement of Newcastle University. I grew my business to over 30 UK cities, and a team of four, and also obtained my Indefinite Leave to Remain (Settlement) in the UK. I now help other entrepreneurs, such as myself, with their businesses.