The Pre-Launch Doodlepad is a unique workbook designed specifically for aspiring entrepreneurs. If you’ve ever dreamt of starting your own business but found yourself hesitating, this engaging workbook offers a risk-free and playful method to explore your potential as a business owner. Each page invites you to express your thoughts and ideas through writing, doodling, coloring, or journaling, making the process enjoyable and insightful.

Authored by Dan Boudreau, a seasoned entrepreneur with over three decades of experience in diverse small businesses, this workbook integrates practical insights with expert guidance. Boudreau’s journey spans from home-based enterprises to larger ventures employing dozens of workers. His hands-on experience, coupled with his expertise as a lender, provides a valuable perspective for those looking to transform their ideas into reality.

The lessons compiled within the Doodlepad stem from the various challenges and lessons Boudreau faced during his entrepreneurial journey. Each lesson serves as a guiding principle, offering real-world advice that has been shaped by years of experience. The workbook encourages you to engage with the material in a way that feels natural to you. You can follow the activities in any order that resonates with your creative process.

As you navigate through the Pre-Launch Doodlepad, you will:

• Recognize and appreciate your personal skills, preferences, and achievements.
• Assess your suitability to own and operate a business.
• Write, sketch, or record your business vision.
• Consider various business opportunities that align with your interests.
• Envision the development team that will support your business.
• Gain insights into your industry and market dynamics.
• Dispel misconceptions by separating facts from fiction.
• Clarify your understanding of your target customers.
• Gather intelligence about your competitors and their strategies.
• Assess your financial readiness to embark on a business venture.
• Evaluate the viability of your business idea.
• Estimate the start-up costs associated with your venture.
• Set realistic goals for your business start-up journey.

This workbook presents a creative and enjoyable approach to extracting your entrepreneurial ideas from your mind and preparing them – and yourself – for the realities of the marketplace. The Pre-Launch Doodlepad is not just a workbook; it is your companion in transforming dreams into action. If you find yourself dreaming of launching a small business but are uncertain about where to start, this workbook will provide the encouragement and structure you need to get off the fence and confidently pursue your passion.