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title: Top tips for planning a truly successful small business
description: Having a great idea for a business, financial backing and passion to drive it is brilliant – but a successful operation needs constant planning and revision.
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# [Top tips for planning a truly successful small business](https://www.imalia.com.au/our-voice/top-tips-for-planning-a-truly-successful-small-business)

 Written by [AGL](https://www.imalia.com.au/our-voice/author/agl) | 16-Oct-2017 07:47:34

**Having a great idea for a business, the financial backing to see it through and the passion to drive it is brilliant – but a successful operation needs constant planning and revision.**

**Don’t panic – while planning may take a little effort in the short term, in the long run it’s an invaluable tool to help your business grow.**

**A plan that sets clear targets and goals, but one which is revisited and adjusted if necessary at regular times, is essential for success, according to business coach and strategist Belle Lockerby.**

**Here, she gives us the lowdown on how to start your business planning and top tips on when and how to review it.**

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