Across
- 4. The original concept for a new business.
- 6. A person who starts and runs a business.
- 7. The first stage where a business idea is developed.
- 10. The stage where sales become stable and business growth slows.
- 12. People hired to work in a business as it grows.
- 13. The stage where customer numbers and profits increase.
- 14. Money left after all business expenses have been paid.
Down
- 1. Increasing the size of a business by opening new locations or entering new markets.
- 2. Creating new products or improving existing ones to stay competitive.
- 3. Money earned from selling goods or services.
- 5. A stage where sales and profits begin to fall.
- 7. The stage where the business begins operating and selling to customers.
- 8. Rival businesses trying to attract the same customers.
- 9. Activities used to promote products or services to customers.
- 11. Making major changes to help a business grow again after maturity or decline.