Startup Basics
Starting a Business? Here's What You'll Be Up Against (Infographic)
BY Kathleen Davis
From slow sales to finding funding -- a breakdown of the struggles that entrepreneurs face.
New Google Resource Aims to Help Military Veterans Become Entrepreneurs
BY Jason Fell
Google+ will now feature a hub of information, including live college-level courses on business for military veterans and their families.
Play Video How Not to Get Burned When a Partnership Goes Bad (Video)
BY Nina Kaufman
Attorney Nina Kaufman on why a written agreement can be a critical asset for keeping partners accountable.
How to Choose the Best Legal Structure for Your Startup
BY Kara Ohngren
A look at the pros and cons you should consider before deciding on a business structure.
10 Questions Every Entrepreneur Needs to Ask Suppliers
BY Jane Porter
Consider this your vendor checklist, from costs and payment options to purchasing terms and sell-through. We've got you covered.
How Accelerators Help Start-ups Get Funding
BY Peter S. Cohan
Getting your venture accepted into an accelerator can help immensely when it comes to getting venture capital, thanks to a rigorous screening process and help from mentors and peers.
How to Build Your Business to Attract Buyers
BY Ann C. Logue
Creating a business with the intent to sell demands forward-looking thinking from the very beginning.
The Top 3 Legal Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make and How to Avoid Them
BY Michelle Juergen
Messy legal issues can derail a new business. It's best to keep it clean from the start.
Play Video Why Patents Won't Protect You (Video)
Brian Cohen, an early investor in Pinterest, says entrepreneurs should get over their fears of being ripped off.
Closing the African-American Startup Gap (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Targeted minority-lending programs have had only limited success in encouraging new-business creation among minorities. Could crowd-funding help close the startup gap?
Play Video 3 Reasons Sole Proprietorship Might Not Be Right for You (Video)
BY Nina Kaufman
Attorney Nina Kaufman on when entrepreneurs should steer clear of this business entity.
A Hard Look at Global Entrepreneurship (Opinion)
BY Diana Ransom
At a forum on young entrepreneurship, a more complex vision for what starting up is like for people in countries outside the U.S.
Gurbaksh Chahal: What I Learned Starting a Foundation
BY Gurbaksh Chahal
After committing $1 million to launch a nonprofit, the serial entrepreneur shares three things he learned along the way.
Necessary Start-Up Styles: Why a Hoodie and Jeans Aren't Enough
BY Erica Bell and Katie Finnegan
When launching a business, the last thing on your mind is probably your wardrobe. But it shouldn't be. Here, the founders of Hukkster divvy out their start-up fashion advice.
Play Video Legal Tips for Setting Up a 'DBA' (Video)
BY Nina Kaufman
Attorney Nina Kaufman on establishing a new name under which your company can do business.
Could This Free Online University Be Your Next Start-Up Incubator?
BY Neil Parmar
University of the People offers some would-be entrepreneurs an opportunity to bone up on business basics. See how the program could become an even more viable option in the future.
5 Ways to Set a New Company Up for Success
BY Adam Toren
Making a big splash early on can set your company up for successes down the road. Here are some suggestions for giving your company the upper hand.
9 Ways to Beef-Up Your Business Skills on the Cheap
BY Matthew Toren
If you weren't born with an innate ability to manage a business, you could get an MBA. Or you might try implementing these tips.
How to Turn Your Fear into Fuel
BY Gwen Moran
Three steps to make your entrepreneurial anxiety work for you.
Resources to Help Launch Your Business
BY Entrepreneur Staff
From processing payments to building a website, these resources will help you get your startup running in no time.
12 Surprising Signs You Could Be an Entrepreneur
BY Grant Cardone
The traits and circumstances many people might consider a liability may actually just be the perfect fuel to drive you as an entrepreneur. Here's why.
What to Look for When Renting Office Space
BY Christopher Hann
Choosing a space for your business is a big decision, especially for startups. Here are the things you should consider because signing a lease.
How to Build a Support Network
BY Nadia Goodman
Five tips for building a network that can offer support to help your business succeed.
3 Lessons in Business From a Reality TV Backstabber
BY Reyna Gobel
A two-time 'Big Brother' contestant shares what he's learned.
Serial Entrepreneur Gurbaksh Chahal on Finding the Courage to Start a Business
BY Gurbaksh Chahal
In this special 'Ask Entrepreneur' feature, the multimillionaire entrepreneur answers a reader's question on how to fight through fear to find business success.
Entrepreneurship: Risks You Need to Consider (Infographic)
BY Catherine Clifford
Here is a look at some of the struggles that a successful small business owner faces.Ads by Google
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