Have you always dreamed of running your own business? The prospect of a hefty bank loan, or waiting for the right investor to ...

Many people dream of starting a business but they don’t know how to start a business from nothing. It can feel overwhelming and intimidating to think about where to begin, and many talk themselves out ...

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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 ...

The U.S. Census’s most recent data puts the number of solo entrepreneurs at 29.8 million, and applications to start a new business keep coming in. So-called "solopreneurs" contribute over $1.7 ...

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A successful e-commerce business demands a strong concept, authoritative branding, secure payments, multi-channel selling, optimized fulfillment, and data-driven marketing. Starting an e-commerce ...

In the concluding part of my presentation on a Webinar we had the other week on the same topic of this post, I gave a counsel on how one can avoid being part of the statistics of new businesses that ...

In an interview with Entrepreneur, Kind Snacks founder Daniel Lubetzky tells aspiring business owners not to follow someone else’s path to success — even his. Daniel Lubetzky is the founder of Kind ...

Aquaponics systems can be scaled up as your business grows. Learn how to start an aquaponic farming business by pulling profits with plants, fish, and a good business plan. “If you’re wanting to grow ...

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 ...