Having a small business idea with good gross margins can make it easier to add staff, expand to new locations, and build new ...

A recent analysis of high-earning small business ideas shows plenty of opportunity in tech, consulting, finance, and local services.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about small business lending, fintech, and economic growth. Nov 22, 2024, 06:15am EST Consumer spending on the winter ...

The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well, with 41% of Americans planning to start their own businesses by the end of 2025, according to 2024 Shopify data. This trend is even more pronounced ...

I’ve run a broadcast business for over 25 years. I joke I’m an overnight success, but the truth is it took a long time to get here. In the beginning, it was like any new small biz, shoved into a small ...

A free training program for entrepreneurs and small business owners was held at Cadillac Street Park on Saturday, Aug. 8.

Most small business owners aren’t accountants or bookkeepers by trade. However, learning the nuts and bolts of accounting is essential, no matter your background. Your company’s financial documents ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about small business lending, fintech, and economic growth. Small Business Saturday on Nov. 29, 2025, is your chance to ...

Working for yourself means handling more than just clients and sales; it also involves managing your own taxes. Unlike W-2 employees, business owners are responsible for tracking their income and ...

It's almost impossible for small brands to compete with the likes of Amazon and Temu on price and convenience, so you'll have to offer something different. Building trust and cultivating a strong ...

While not everything is within a business owner's control, there are still plenty of consumers with their wallets out, ready to spend. So if you're wondering whether now's a good time to start a ...