Starting a Business

Set your business on the right path. Get help understanding your options and how you can set yourself up for continued success.

Turn your passion into your profession
When is doing what you love just a hobby ... and when should you take the leap to start your own endeavor? If you're toying with the idea of quitting your regular gig, here are a few things to consider to ensure your passion has everything it needs to thrive.
March 21, 2023 · 4 min read
How to value your startup business for equity financing
There are a lot of ways to fund your startup business, and all of them require savvy planning and careful execution. Here's easy-to-understand, practical advice on the daunting task of determining the value your business before approaching potential investors.
March 21, 2023 · 4 min read
Top 5 cities to launch your startup business
It's a good time to launch a startup, but where you're located is an important part of the startup success equation. The big coastal urban hubs still dominate, but other cities are rising stars.
March 21, 2023 · 4 min read
5 myths about starting an online business
Don't believe the hype about these common online business misunderstandings.
March 17, 2023 · 3 min read
Top 8 legal mistakes made by startups
Entrepreneurs should avoid these 8 legal mistakes when setting up a startup.
March 17, 2023 · 5 min read
How to start a writing business
Writing may be an art, but it can also be a business. To make a go of it and succeed, writers need to think like a business.
March 16, 2023 · 4 min read
How to find angel investors for your startup
The term 'angel investor' refers to the earliest financial backers for startups or entrepreneurs. Here's how to identify your most likely candidates.
March 16, 2023 · 4 min read
10 mistakes entrepreneurs make when pitching to business investors
These mistakes that can readily be avoided with a bit of preparation.
March 16, 2023 · 4 min read
How to create a subsidiary company
Properly forming a subsidiary company can allow you to grow your business while minimizing risk to the parent company—and allow both entities to thrive.
March 16, 2023 · 3 min read
Can a nonprofit also have a for-profit division?
Covering your nonprofit's shortfall with for-profit income runs the nasty risk of losing your tax-exempt status, but there are ways to do it legally.
March 16, 2023 · 4 min read