A home business requires a lot of the same preparation as any other business, but you can skip finding an office or retail space. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our ...

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

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Are you ready to start a business? There are many things to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Businesses that use a formal business plan are 30% more ...

Don’t let economic fears deter you from starting a business. A well-planned and researched business idea can still succeed even in a challenging economy. Before launching your venture, focus on ...

You need to think of what you want and whether your plan’s findings suggest you’ll get it. For instance, is your objective to gain freedom from control by other people? If your plan shows that you’ll ...

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Imagine having complete control of the stories you tell and the roles you play. For actors, starting a production company isn’t just about making films or shows—it’s about creating opportunities to ...