Business Plan
How to Write an Income Statement for Your Business Plan
Your income statement shows investors if you are making money. Here's everything you'll need to create one.
Eric Butow
Owner of Butow Communications Group
at Butow Communications Group
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Eric Butow is the owner of Butow Communications Group (BCG) in Jackson, California. Eric has authored or co-authored 48 books, including "Write Your Business Plan: A Step-By-Step Guide to Build Your Business," "Grow Your Business and Ultimate Guide to Influencer Marketing."
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