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So you’ve come up with an idea for a business and made the courageous decision to strike out on your own. You’ll get to work on your terms, become your own boss, and hopefully turn a profit by doing ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Starting and growing a business without a plan is like ...

Matt Webber is an experienced personal finance writer, researcher, and editor. He has published widely on personal finance, marketing, and the impact of technology on contemporary arts and culture.

These are the pillars of a business plan that aid in launch, growth, and fundraising. A business plan is a comprehensive statement that outlines the objectives of an organization. Not all plans will ...

You’ve spent years building a business. Now, you’re building a robust yet efficient plan that elevates its value. The RACE Model guided you through the planning process by: Researching the Essentials ...

Aside from the biggest mistake of all — not having a plan at all — there are some common missteps that can trip up entrepreneurs as they begin their journeys. Grammatical errors: Frequent grammar ...