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The next time you need to brief someone -- be it a partner, co-worker, or client -- on the progress of your project, don't settle for a soul-crushing render of a Gantt Chart in Microsoft Project.

A thoroughly researched business plan or proposal will provide its reader with information on every area of the business or project. The document will demonstrate the operations, outline the ...