Entrepreneurs embark on business ownership with many challenges and daunting odds. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports one in five new businesses fail in the first two years, 45% fail during ...

Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Writing a business plan not only helps you stay on track as ...

A business plan is meant to be a touchstone that you can rely on to remind you of your goals and a living document that can be changed as your business pivots and grows. These concepts aren’t mutually ...

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.

Amy Nichol Smith is a former Product Review Editor at Forbes Advisor. She has more than 20 years experience as a journalist and editor, writing on a range of topics, including tech products and ...