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Find out what you must do before starting a business, from writing a business plan to getting the proper insurance.

Running my own business over the past decade has been an exhilarating journey full of both successes and disappointments. I remember first deciding to start my own business back in 2013, shortly after ...

If you're thinking about wading into entrepreneurship for the first time, keeping your day job is a great way to test the waters without making a full-time commitment. Being a small business owner is ...

There are many paths to entrepreneurship, and for some aspiring business owners, becoming an independent contractor is a natural first step. But what exactly is an independent contractor, and how do ...

Finance Your Business: You can self-fund your startup or seek outside funding through private/family investors, institutional ...

Consider creating a formal business plan to provide structure, organize your goals, and start planning the logistics for starting your business. Starting and growing a business is an incredible ...

Starting your own business isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. It’s a rollercoaster of rewards, challenges and invaluable learning. Starting a business means wearing many hats and steady growth. Time ...

Kim Greene is living her dream, but it wasn't always easy.