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When an entrepreneur spots a need for a product or service that isn't being filled, it could lead to a great business idea. There are lots of businesses that address similar needs, but what sets the most successful ones apart? As Entrepreneur contributor Thomas Oppong points out, having the best solution is one of the challenges that e... Read More

Previously on this blog, we've talked about some of the reasons for starting your own business. You get the chance to take a great idea and turn it into a reality.  You will have the freedom to call the shots and take your idea as far as you want to. With the help of an online incorporation services company, the process of Read More

Although it would be a helpful skill to have, no one can predict the future. Everyone is susceptible to having to deal with the fallout created by an unexpected incident, and small business owners are no exception. Hurricanes, power outages and data breaches can happen without warning. They have the potential to affect any business, including yours. Whether you've just incorporated your busi... Read More

If you're in the process of starting a business, you know that obtaining funding is a critical step. There are many ways to go about securing funding.  One option is to apply for a loan or contract with the government. A recent report by the Small Business & Entrepreneurship committee found that when it comes to obtaining government funding, women are not on equal ground with men. An Read More

If you're a small business owner and you've already discovered the benefits of incorporating your business and secured the necessary funding to get operations going, you might be well on your way to success. As your business continues to pick up steam, the time may come where you will have to... Read More

Think you're too old or young to start your own business? Think again. Even if you've already done many things with your life, if starting your own business is still on this list, it's never too late to begin a new venture. Despite this, some people believe that age plays a role in entrepreneurial success. A recent article in Entrepreneur<... Read More

Recently, we discussed some considerations you might want to account for when selecting a business partner. If you've gotten that far, and are moving on to the next step of incorporating ... Read More

For some members of the baby boomer generation, the shifting economy and job market has lead to weak employment prospects. With diminishing options, some of these individuals have turned to entrepreneurship as an alternative to finding a new employer. In 2013, 23.4 percent of individuals who started their own businesses were between the ages of 55 and 64, according to data from the Ewing Mar... Read More

When starting your own small business, there are many factors to take into consideration. Startup costs play an important role in determining what will be possible as you are just beginning your venture. The location you select for your business will have an impact on its success. Location will influence your business operations in more ways than one. One aspect of choosing a location pertai... Read More