Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Having a well-defined exit strategy from day one is essential and gives entrepreneurs the power to dictate how they leave their business, ...

Choose between a detailed traditional business plan or a lean startup version that prioritizes flexibility. A strong business ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Aytekin Tank is the founder and CEO of Jotform. Virgin Group founder Richard Branson once said, “If your pitch can’t fit on a beer ...

Aside from the biggest mistake of all — not having a plan at all — there are some common missteps that can trip up entrepreneurs as they begin their journeys. Grammatical errors: Frequent grammar ...

November is National Entrepreneurship Month, a time to celebrate innovation and the courage it takes to start something new. Many aspiring entrepreneurs have great ideas, but taking the first steps ...

A Watertown woman won a South Dakota State University Extension Community Vitality business plan contest with her compelling plan for a cancer support group. The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce ...

Cash prizes will be offered for winners of the 7th annual Youth Entrepreneur Business Plan Competition Saturday, Dec. 13 at Napa Valley College. First Prize College Division is $1,000 cash and First ...

How can we be talking about starting a business and already discussing how to exit? It may seem counterintuitive, but having ...