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Noah Parsons

Before joining Palo Alto Software, Noah Parsons was an early Internet marketing and product expert in the Silicon Valley. He joined Yahoo! in 1996 as one of its first 101 employees and become Producer of the Yahoo! Employment property as part of the Yahoo! Classifieds team before leaving to serve as Director of Production at Epinions.com. He is a graduate of Princeton University. Noah devotes most of his free time to his three young sons. In the winter you'll find him giving them lessons on the ski slopes, and in summer they're usually involved in a variety of outdoor pursuits. Noah is currently the COO at Palo Alto Software, makers of the online business plan app LivePlan.

LivePlan Posts Written By Noah Parsons

Posted August 15, 2023 By Noah Parsons

The Pros and Cons of Using AI for Business Planning

Tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Bard have opened up intriguing new possibilities for entrepreneurs looking to streamline the business planning process.

Posted July 6, 2023 By Noah Parsons

Financial Projections for Startups

Financial projections are not just wild guesses about how much money you’ll make. Instead, they are based on reliable data, market research, and sensible assumptions. They show potential investors that you’ve done your homework, that you understand the marketplace, and that you’re serious about making your business a success.

Posted June 6, 2023 By Noah Parsons

4 Advanced Ways to Use ChatGPT for Better Financial Forecasting

Unlock advanced financial forecasting in ChatGPT with prompts to help with trend analysis, scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and industry benchmarking.

Posted April 19, 2023 By Noah Parsons

How to Use ChatGPT to Create a Financial Forecast for Your Business

Learn how to use ChatGPT to create a financial forecast for your business and use it in combination with planning tools. Sample prompts included.

Posted April 17, 2023 By Noah Parsons

Can You Use ChatGPT to Write a Business Plan? Yes, Here’s How

Learn how to use ChatGPT to write your business plan, including the limitations and benefits to be aware of when using AI for business planning.

Posted January 23, 2023 By Noah Parsons

How to Build a Winning Business Strategy in 5 Steps

Learn how you can support your business goals by creating an effective business strategy in just five steps.

Posted November 15, 2022 By Noah Parsons

Growth Planning: What It Is & Why It’s Essential in 2024

The old way of running a business doesn’t work anymore. Discover why every small business needs to adopt a growth planning mindset to truly thrive.

Posted November 3, 2022 By Noah Parsons

A Simpler and Better Alternative to the Business Model Canvas Template

There’s an alternative to the Business Model Canvas that’s more flexible and easier to use. This guide explains how and includes a downloadable template.

Posted October 5, 2021 By Noah Parsons

How to Plan for Major Purchases as a Small Business Owner

Making a major purchase for your small business is always a stressful decision. Learn how to successfully plan for a large purchase with these four steps.

Posted September 28, 2021 By Noah Parsons

How to Recession-Proof Your Small Business

With a little planning, you can prepare your business to successfully navigate future downturns. Here’s how to proactively recession-proof your business.

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