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ChatGPT Prompts for Writing a Business Plan

Craft an investor-ready business plan in minutes using these expert-designed ChatGPT prompts.

Prompt Templates for Writing a Business Plan

Writing a business plan can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re starting from scratch. But with the right AI prompts, you can generate a complete, detailed, and investor-ready business plan tailored to your niche in minutes. These ChatGPT prompts for writing a business plan help you cover every critical section—executive summary, market research, financials, competitive analysis, and more—without missing a beat. Whether you’re launching a startup, pitching investors, or applying for funding, these long-form, structured prompts ensure clarity, coherence, and professionalism.

Executive Summary Prompt

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Act as a startup founder writing an executive summary for a [type of business, e.g., SaaS-based productivity app].  
Include business name, mission statement, target market, the problem you're solving, solution overview, product/service offering, and a quick snapshot of your financial goals and funding ask.

Make it persuasive, concise (under 300 words), and suitable for an investor pitch.

Market Research Prompt

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Act as a market analyst. I’m writing a business plan for a [industry/type of business].  
Research and generate a detailed market analysis that includes:

1. Total addressable market (TAM), serviceable available market (SAM), and serviceable obtainable market (SOM).  
2. Current market trends and opportunities.  
3. Target audience demographics and psychographics.  
4. Competitor overview with strengths and weaknesses.

Format the output in clear sections with bullet points where needed.

Financial Projections Prompt

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Act as a financial advisor helping a startup forecast finances for a business plan.  
Create financial projections for a [type of business] for 3 years including:

1. Revenue projections  
2. Cost of goods sold (COGS)  
3. Operating expenses  
4. Profit margins  
5. Breakeven analysis  
6. Cash flow statement  

Display year-by-year breakdown and include a summary paragraph for presentation.

Funding Requirements Prompt

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Act as a business consultant helping write a funding section of a business plan for a [business type].  
Include:

- How much funding is needed  
- Where the money will be spent (marketing, hiring, product development, etc.)  
- Proposed equity or loan terms  
- Return expectations for investors  

Make it concise and persuasive to attract seed or Series A investors.

Business Model Prompt

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Act as a startup strategist. I need a business model description for a [type of business].  
Include:

- Revenue streams (subscriptions, licensing, services, etc.)  
- Cost structure  
- Key partners and resources  
- Customer acquisition and retention strategy  
- Distribution channels  

Present in clear bullet points with 1-2 line explanations per point.

Competitive Analysis Prompt

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Act as a startup mentor. Help me write a competitive analysis section for a business plan targeting [industry].  
Include:

1. Top 3–5 competitors  
2. Their strengths, weaknesses, pricing models, and market share  
3. Our competitive advantage and how we differentiate  
4. SWOT summary (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats)

Write this in a compelling, data-backed manner with short paragraphs.

Product or Service Offering Prompt

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Act as a product marketer. I’m preparing the “Product/Service” section for a [business type] business plan.  
Write about:

- What is being offered (features & benefits)  
- How it solves the customer’s pain points  
- Unique value proposition (UVP)  
- Development roadmap if applicable  

Use engaging, benefit-driven language that excites potential investors.

Management & Team Prompt

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Act as a business writer introducing the leadership team in a business plan.  
Generate a compelling “Team” section that includes:

- Brief bios of founders and key team members  
- Their roles, relevant experience, and past achievements  
- How their skills align with business goals  
- Any advisors or board members

Make it professional, humanizing, and credibility-building.

Go-to-Market Strategy Prompt

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Act as a growth marketing strategist. Write the go-to-market (GTM) strategy for a [product/service/business type].  
Include:

- Marketing channels (SEO, paid ads, influencers, etc.)  
- Launch timeline and milestones  
- Customer acquisition cost (CAC) goals  
- Sales funnel or lead generation strategy  
- KPIs to measure success

Structure this with clear subheadings and bullet points.

Risk Analysis Prompt

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Act as a risk consultant. Help write the risk assessment section of a business plan for a [business type].  
Include:

- Potential internal and external risks  
- Industry and market volatility  
- Regulatory, legal, or economic threats  
- Mitigation strategies and contingency plans  

Write in a formal tone suitable for investors and banks.

Milestones & Roadmap Prompt

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Act as a project planner. Create a milestone-based roadmap for a new [type of business].  
Break it down into:

- Short-term (0–3 months)  
- Mid-term (3–12 months)  
- Long-term (1–3 years)

Include what success looks like at each phase and key actions/tasks to complete.

Want to build a six-figure startup with AI as your co-founder? Copy these plug-and-play ChatGPT business plan prompts and start writing your roadmap to success today.

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