A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your One-Page Business Plan with EOS

Most entrepreneurs overcomplicate business planning. But here’s the truth—you don’t need a 20-page document. What you need is a roadmap that keeps you on track.

Using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) principles, you can create a one-page business plan in under an hour. Here’s how:

Step 1: Define Your Vision

Start by asking:

• Where do I want my business to be in 1 year? 3 years?
• Who do I serve, and what problem do I solve?
• What are my core values?

If you’re struggling, use the Vision/Traction Organizer (VTO) 

Step 2: Identify Your Key Goals

A goal isn’t a wish—it’s a measurable target. Define 3-5 key business objectives for the next year. Examples:
✅ Increase revenue by 20%
✅ Gain 10 new high-value clients
✅ Launch a digital marketing strategy

Step 3: Break It Down into Quarterly Rocks

Big goals can feel overwhelming. That’s why EOS recommends breaking them into 90-day “Rocks”—the most important things to achieve each quarter.

Ask yourself: What MUST happen in the next 90 days to stay on track?

Step 4: Track Key Metrics

Numbers don’t lie. Identify 2-3 numbers that tell you if you’re winning. It could be:
📊 Monthly revenue
📊 New leads generated
📊 Customer retention rate

Use a Scorecard: The EOS Scorecard helps track these numbers.

Step 5: Keep It Visible & Review Weekly

Your one-page business plan isn’t something you create and forget. Print it, review it weekly, and adjust it as needed.

🔗 More Tools:

• How to Set Quarterly Rocks

A simple plan beats a complicated one every time. Get yours on paper today, and start making progress! 🚀

 

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