Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sho Dewan is a career expert who covers work, top jobs, and business. Launching a business is more than great ideas and big plans.

Starting a business entails understanding and dealing with many issues—legal, financing, sales and marketing, intellectual property protection, liability protection, human resources, and more. But ...

Looking to start a new business in the new year? A business expert joined the WBBM Noon Business Hour with some things you’ll want to know..

Starting a business is an incredible journey. The idea of turning a dream into something real is exciting, and it’s easy to get caught up in imagining the possibilities. But if you’ve never known any ...

Early entrepreneurial experiences build resilience and foster personal growth. Developing ordinary skills into extraordinary ones sets leaders apart from others. Embrace failure as a learning ...

With job instability rising, more Black women are turning to entrepreneurship to reclaim agency and build wealth. This roadmap walks you from idea to launch before the new year.

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 ...

The first 24 hours of a PR crisis can make or break your brand. Learn how to best strategize this crucial span of time with reputation management tips from a PR pro.

It’s a familiar story: You’ve got a business idea that excites you, yet the thought of covering startup expenses like formation, website development, marketing, and inventory feels daunting. What if ...