Whether you want to create the next unicorn startup or lay the groundwork for a successful and sustainable business, the process starts with your business plan. Every business plan should include the ...

Starting a business can be a daunting undertaking. As with so many large projects, one of the most difficult challenges is just getting started, and one of the best ways to start is by putting ...

Part of the business planning process is the exit strategy -- bailing out of the business at some point before it dies. The exit strategy is actually a plan to redeem the company from its original ...

Ecommerce is rapidly growing around the world. We love to buy our little treats and trinkets on the internet. The industry has reached a market valuation of $6.31 trillion worldwide and is expected to ...

Starting a construction business during the chaotic, post-pandemic building climate is riskier than ever. Supply chain issues, lumber availability, a decrease in skilled labor and an increase in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rhett Buttle covers the intersection of the private and public sector. If you are planning to open your own small business, the ...

If you’re starting a business, it’s important to have a handle on the costs that will be involved. Startup business costs are the sum of all “one-time” payments required during the initial launch of ...

A marketing plan turns choices into numbers, timelines, and owners your marketing team can ship. A well crafted marketing plan ties marketing strategy, marketing efforts, and business objectives to ...

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