Writing a Business Plan will take most of your time in the beginning of this process and it can be a challenge when trying to write a business plan. How to get started is normally the first question that is asked. A standard business plan will have about 3 sections within it. The first section is a section describing the Management and Marketing duties of the business. The second section shows projections of certain financial situations. Finally, section 3 is mostly supplemental information and historical financial proof. Additionally, at the beginning of more complex business plans, a simple "Executive Summary" is sometimes added. Additional guidance may be provided by a certified professional.