About Us

I developed a business planning software system that more than 2 million people
have used to turn their ideas into successful businesses...

Initially, I helped my first client win a BIG deal with Apple.

Next, I helped a dozen more clients organize their businesses,
refine their plans, model their financial projections, and raise capital.

As an inventor and entrepreneur myself, with almost 50 years in business,
I find that most business leaders are overwhelmed... often desperate for cash...
and usually disorganized and paralyzed trying to prioritize growing efficiently.

I realized I could adapt my experience into a business plan software template
so they could save time and money doing it themselves with their team and advisors.

It's called BizPlanBuilder®
(https://www.BizPlanBuilder.com)

Consultants private label it to attract and collaborate with clients.

Now, it's expanded into an integrated collection of software templates
called Business Power Tools and it's ideal for entrepreneurs, business owners, and their advisors like you, who want proven, ready-to-use documents and financial models to raise capital, implement policies & procedures to systematize operations... even stage their businesses for a faster sale at a higher price.

We even have a subscriber who used our business plan to get 2 LearJets with NO money!

The business plan template to use when you don't want to write a business plan,
but you know you need one.

Strategy and planning beats overwhelmed, scattered, and struggling.
With Business Power Tools, you’ll save hundreds of hours of confusion, guessing, and learning.
Get started right now for just $49/mo

I even wrote a book paralleling my business-building experience with earning a black belt.

If you’d like to work with me, just click my calendar link below and let’s talk.

I'm happy to give you a tour, answer your questions, discuss other things, and share ideas..

When you're up for it, here's my link to put us on the calendar together:
https://www.BusinessPowerTools.com/call-with-bu...

I look forward to meeting you!

How We Got Started

If you’re tired of pitching your business to investors who just don’t get it…
And you’ve got a great idea, a growing business, need to upgrade your strategic plan, or you’re ready to sell…

We can show you all kinds of success stories who started right where you are.

To be fair, you could use a free cookie-cutter template from the SBA or anywhere else, but if your time and budget are limited, and you’re scared someone else might beat you to it…

This is the easiest, fastest, most reliable solution on Earth.

And we can take you further. Much further.

From our BizPlanBuilder success, we added a marketing planning system, ready-to-use Press Releases, a done-for-you Employee Policies Handbook, and a Safety Procedures manual...

Plus, financial models and all kinds of supporting documents for every area of your business, critical for successful and efficient growth.

What could you do and how would you feel with a proper roadmap in place as well as a blueprint for going forward?

Products & Services
The Ultimate Plan & Playbook for Business Success by Business Power Tools
Why is it essential to have a detailed playbook when you're starting or building a business?  Sure, it will evolve and change over time, but to att...
Sample Legal Business Contract Templates by Business Power Tools
Developed with attorneys & successful business managers, 165+ comprehensive, proven sample business agreements will support your deals and protect ...
Employee Policies Handbook Template by Business Power Tools
How can mindful policies and procedures establish a conscious company culture?  Now you have sample/usable policies organized and formatted in a c...
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Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on April 03, 2019
Have you seen BusinessPowerTools.com? (more) Have you seen BusinessPowerTools.com?

Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on December 04, 2018
Have you considered the impact of the words you use? Here is a brief presentation I put together that illustrates the startling effects of using so many of the double-negative phrases in our culture. You’ll cringe at what you’ve been saying, but, with practice, things will turn-around.... (more) Have you considered the impact of the words you use? Here is a brief presentation I put together that illustrates the startling effects of using so many of the double-negative phrases in our culture. You’ll cringe at what you’ve been saying, but, with practice, things will turn-around. Watch and you’ll understand. Here's my TED talk idea

Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on August 03, 2018
I've been guilty of that, but now I first read their profile to see what / if there's a fit and then include some mention acknowledging (demonstrating) that I read their profile. I've also minimized my pitch, then tweak it to include their interests and how we might cross-promote each other. It... (more) I've been guilty of that, but now I first read their profile to see what / if there's a fit and then include some mention acknowledging (demonstrating) that I read their profile. I've also minimized my pitch, then tweak it to include their interests and how we might cross-promote each other. It seems like many people are some kind of business consultants who could definitely profit from my business development platform. So, if I can help you, I owe it to you to make you aware of it. businesspowertools.com
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Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on April 26, 2018
Am I really using all of those subscriptions I have?(Of course your should subscribe to my BusinessPowerTools.com because you'll use it a lot!)Marketing... I think of it as an "investment" vs. an "expense". Nevertheless, I use my affiliate tracking system with all ads to track which ones bring in... (more) Am I really using all of those subscriptions I have?(Of course your should subscribe to my BusinessPowerTools.com because you'll use it a lot!)Marketing... I think of it as an "investment" vs. an "expense". Nevertheless, I use my affiliate tracking system with all ads to track which ones bring in subscribers -- curtail the promos that don't bring click and customers.

Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on March 22, 2018
Disclosure - I developed the original BizPlanBuilder business plan software. My answer: Before you start spending any money... Even though plans will change, it's best to have a 10,000 foot view first. Otherwise your business can become like the "Winchester Mystery House" (with its stairways to... (more) Disclosure - I developed the original BizPlanBuilder business plan software. My answer: Before you start spending any money... Even though plans will change, it's best to have a 10,000 foot view first. Otherwise your business can become like the "Winchester Mystery House" (with its stairways to nowhere, etc.) The process helps gather input, ideas, and uncovers issues. And you need a good financial model to project revenue, costs, cashflow, profits and valuation. Many a baby-boomer has saved their life savings because they realized their idea wasn't going to fly. Others found unexpected value and ideas for building their company without outside investors. A successful business is more complicated than most people think -- a chain is as strong as its weakest link. R. Buckminster Fuller said, "A change the plan requires an eraser, a change in the field requires a checkbook." A good business plan also serves as a compelling "brochure" that sells your concept to all who can support you and saves you explaining over and over again! Considering the stakes: your money, other's money, your concept, years of your life, a company you can sell... developing a business plan is one of the best initial investments you can make.

Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on February 16, 2018
Hi Christine, Sure! I developed the BizPlanBuilder business planning software and wrote the book, "Business Black Belt" I have a number of things we can talk about -- mostly to inspire people to keep going in their businesses. http://www.BusinessPowerTools.com Regards, Burke Franklin (more) Hi Christine, Sure! I developed the BizPlanBuilder business planning software and wrote the book, "Business Black Belt" I have a number of things we can talk about -- mostly to inspire people to keep going in their businesses. http://www.BusinessPowerTools.com Regards, Burke Franklin
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Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on February 16, 2018
Hi Robert, Sure! I developed the BizPlanBuilder business planning software and wrote the book, "Business Black Belt" http://www.BusinessPowerTools.com regards, Burke Franklin (more) Hi Robert, Sure! I developed the BizPlanBuilder business planning software and wrote the book, "Business Black Belt" http://www.BusinessPowerTools.com regards, Burke Franklin
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Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on October 06, 2017
If you're betting the farm on key employees, you need all the clues you can get. Here are a few questions to add to your interview repertoire. http://www.businesspowertools.com/2014/09/entre... (more) If you're betting the farm on key employees, you need all the clues you can get. Here are a few questions to add to your interview repertoire. http://www.businesspowertools.com/2014/09/entre...

Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on May 30, 2017
Hi Sheila, I've been through what you're going through... While I agree with most comments below, you can get a head-start on a good agreement and save some money. Take a look at the AgreementBuilder series of sample contract templates. They're written in plain-English and you can even... (more) Hi Sheila, I've been through what you're going through... While I agree with most comments below, you can get a head-start on a good agreement and save some money. Take a look at the AgreementBuilder series of sample contract templates. They're written in plain-English and you can even read thru them first for free to see if you like them.
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Burke from Business Power Tools Answered this on January 28, 2017
Many important points here! Most important is writing a plan -- the process compels you to look at all the puzzle pieces first... before spending money. Having done your planning, when you're interrupted with questions during an investor pitch, you'll have intelligent answers! Take a look at... (more) Many important points here! Most important is writing a plan -- the process compels you to look at all the puzzle pieces first... before spending money. Having done your planning, when you're interrupted with questions during an investor pitch, you'll have intelligent answers! Take a look at BizPlanBuilder at www.BusinessPowerTools.com (formerly "jian")

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