Laying
out a good business plan is one of the best ways to ensure a
successful (online or offline) business. You know the saying,
"if you fail to plan, you plan to fail". According to
wikipedia.com, a business plan is a formal statement of a set
of business goals, the reasons why they are believed attainable, and
the plan for reaching those goals. It may also contain background
information about the organization or team attempting to reach those
goals.
Here's
a list with more information about Business Plans. Check it out.