Starting and running a successful business is rarely as easy as it looks. While success stories have become more common with the rise of social media and technology, failure and challenging moments ...

At 40-plus, many women are embracing entrepreneurship in ways they never did in their 20s or 30s. With decades of experience, stronger financial footing, and a sharper sense of purpose and community, ...

When I talk to founders about what separates the companies that endure from the ones that quietly disappear, most expect to hear about brilliant ideas, perfect timing, or massive funding rounds. Yet ...

The startup economy never sleeps: from incubators to accelerators to eager investors to a generation with a pioneering spirit that craves to be its own boss. However, despite lofty aspirations and ...

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Service-oriented beginnings allow startups to directly engage with customers, uncovering actual needs before heavy investment. Successful companies often evolve from service-based models, using ...

This article explores the concept of psychological courage in startups, highlighting how employees — not just founders — can develop resilience, face challenges head-on and thrive in uncertain ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I share tips about launching, validating and growing startups. Managing money is crucial for any business, but a startup’s ...