Think of legacy as maximizing the value of the business and keeping your future options open, our guest columnist writes. It comes from the decisions you make now, the structure you build and the ...

Below, 10 founders share their own "why" behind their leap into entrepreneurship. As a magazine art director in Toronto, ...

The crowdfunding platform has raised more than $9 billion for projects — and yours could be next.

You’ve got ideas. You want independence. You want to build something that matters. But here’s the truth. Building a business is easy. Sticking with it is hard. What you build now needs more than ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. You may have heard “You need money to make money.” It’s one ...

Starting a business is like building a house. The first step is to build the foundation—do that wrong and the roof won’t fit. Many entrepreneurs jump headfirst into launching a new venture with little ...

When founders succeed, they’re often dubbed business prodigies, destined for greatness from day one. However, leaders at the MIT Sloan School of Management assert that successful entrepreneurs are ...

If there’s one thing I’ve learned on my entrepreneurial journey, it’s this: building a business is the fastest way to create income, and buying real estate is the smartest way to protect and grow it.

Building and sustaining a business during our new economic reality (or unreality) can feel daunting. I know your head is spinning; mine is. I feel your pain. There is no easy solution, but I’m going ...

To build an attractive business for potential buyers, entrepreneurs need to understand that resilience is key and innovation drives success. It’s also important to build the right team and focus on ...

Starting a business is a personal act. In the early days, it’s nearly impossible to separate your sense of self from your company’s fate. Every successful milestone feels like a validation of your ...

Treat your business like an income engine, not a piggy bank Separate personal wealth from business wealth Build a sellable business, but don’t rely on selling Think long-term, not just growth Most ...