Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rhett Buttle covers the intersection of the private and public sector. Sayville, N.Y.: A help wanted sign is posted in the ...

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, contributing to 43.5% of GDP, yet only half survive their first five years. Surprisingly, despite having numerous federal small-business programs, we ...

A business plan is not just a set of static documents. It’s a living, breathing guide that should be integral to a business owner’s decision-making and management style. A business plan can help you ...

Despite progress in gender equality among most sectors of society, women-owned businesses still face unique challenges in the marketplace. One way to try and overcome these obstacles is through ...

A business credit line offers a predetermined funding source you can borrow against as needed, but costs can be high ...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--America’s small business owners are optimistic about the coming year – but continue to face economic headwinds and are looking to Washington to help them compete, grow and ...

Remote work has long been the dream of many hopeful entrepreneurs. Founders are tired of long commutes to and from the office, endless streams of boring meetings, and unrewarding jobs that reap ...

When entrepreneurs spend less time searching for help and more time building businesses, creating jobs and investing in their communities, everyone benefits.