What Is the Purpose of a Business Plan and why Is It an Essential First Step for a Start-up Firm?

What are some of the issues that married couples face in the start-up and operation of a "family business?" One of the most common is disagreements on the operations of the business. They may have trouble working together or find their personal lives spill over into their businesses. Couples who work together must have strong communication skills, passion and respect for one another and their business, and most of all a strong marriage. They must also take in each others strengths and be able to share duties with one another equally.…