Burke Franklin is an entrepreneur, author, and speaker who is best known for creating BizPlanBuilder business plan software and founding Business Power Tools, the company behind a massive collection of management tools for entrepreneurs, business owners and their advisors. He has over 40 years of experience in business and has helped thousands of entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses. Burke is also the author of several books, including "Business Black Belt" which provides practical advice for entrepreneurs and small business owners on how to build successful businesses. He is also a popular speaker and has given talks on entrepreneurship, business planning, and marketing at conferences and events around the world. Burke Franklin is a strong advocate for entrepreneurship and believes that anyone can start and grow a successful business with the right tools and mindset. He is committed to helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals and has dedicated his career to providing the resources and support they need to succeed.

Does a Business Partner Add Value To Your Startup?

You have chosen to start a new business.  Having left “The Man” behind (your corporate job), you have decided now is the right time to launch your entrepreneurial venture.  After many years of being accountable to a boss, to your staff, and your co-workers, you are ready to venture out on your own.  You now…

Is Your Business an Asset to Your Community?

As an entrepreneur or small business owner, does your company spend time and/or money to positively contribute to your local community? If not, why not? While generally not part of a for-profit company’s “reason for being”, many organizations – both big and small – have made it their mission to be a contributing member to…

Affiliate Marketing – An Outstanding Opportunity for Entrepreneurs

Over the past decade my firm has operated a highly successful affiliate program that has enabled entrepreneurs and internet marketers to earn substantial sums of money selling our business planning software and other productivity tools. Affiliate marketing is an outstanding opportunity for companies interested in selling more products/services and individual entrepreneurs that are looking to…