For Young Entrepreneurs, Starting a Business Is a Juggle
April Chen, a recent graduate of Babson College, looks back on balancing a startup business with student life.
Startup Basics
You know entrepreneurship is for you. But what are the steps to starting a business -- and what's the best business to start? We've got answers to all your questions, including how to find great small business ideas, choose a name and write a business plan, in our startup basics library.
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Startup Basics
You know entrepreneurship is for you. But what are the steps to starting a business -- and what's the best business to start? We've got answers to all your questions, including how to find great small business ideas, choose a name and write a business plan, in our startup basics library.
What’s the Difference Between LLC and Corporation?
Deborah Sweeney of MyCorporation.com answers a frequent question from small business owners, about the type of business they should form.
This Founder Didn’t Let Rejection or Sexism Stop Her From Building a $130 Million Insurance Startup
In a conversation at Policygenius’s new office, CEO Jennifer Fitzgerald talks about her entrepreneurial journey — and why she’s built an insurance platform only a millennial could love.
Everything You Need to Know About Forming an LLC
Deborah Sweeney of MyCorporation.com provides a step-by-step tutorial for business owners on how to start an LLC, or limited liability company.
No, I’m Not Just a Freelancer. I’m Running a Business
Author Stephanie Krikorian on how artists, writers, actors and designers can shake the “unemployed” reputation and get respect (and legal protection).
Mission-Driven Entrepreneurs Want to Solve Big Problems. Here’s How They Can Do It.
Ann Mei Chang, author of Lean Impact, says those looking to start a nonprofit or social enterprise should fall in love with the problem.
What’s the Best Small Business to Start, If You’re Just 1 Person? The Answer May Surprise You
If you’re interested in becoming a solo entrepreneur, check out this list of highest-earning business ideas.
A Simple Guide to Self-Employed Retirement Plans and Insurance
Myles Ma of Policygenius explains how to build your own benefits package, including health insurance for small business owners.
If You’re Tired of Working From Starbucks, You Might Want to Try This Elegant Alternative Workplace
That favorite restaurant, where you’ve enjoyed dinner? It might just be the best place to do your remote work.
How to Come Up With an Off-The-Charts Brilliant Business Name
Follow these three steps to avoid hard-to-pronounce or silly names…like “Safetynuts,” says Jennifer Fitzgerald of Policygenius.
3 Women in Tech Spill Sure-Fire Tips for Startup Success
The female founders of The Muse, WayUp and Policygenius share their best advice, including: “It takes grit to be great.”
1 Acronym That Every New Business Owner Should Know
Here’s a hint: You’ll likely need this before opening a bank account.
Techstars Is On the Hunt for Brilliant Startups With 1 Key Trait. Do You Have It?
The Boulder, Colo.-based tech accelerator looks for all-star teams when deciding who to accept into its 40 international business programs.
Relax, a Business Plan Isn’t That Hard. Here’s How to Write One in 7 Steps
It’s the cornerstone of your business — and you’ll likely need one when you seek financing.
18 Startup Mistakes Every Entrepreneur Should Avoid
The team at Funders and Founders has illustrated — literally — the slip-ups that could cost you your business.
Other Resources
Writing a Business Plan
The U.S. Small Business Administration offers advice on writing business plans and templates to guide you.
Bplans has hundreds of sample business plans, broken down by industry, along with tips on how to write your own.
SCORE, a non-profit association dedicated to helping small businesses, has business-plan templates of various types available for download.
Startup Accelerators for Women
Astia is a global not-for-profit organization that supports women as entrepreneurs and leaders in high-growth businesses. The startup accelerator offers access to capital and assistance in developing the executive leadership of women.
EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women program is a national competition and executive education program that identifies a select group of high-potential women entrepreneurs.
Project Entrepreneur is an accelerator for women entrepreneurs offered by the Rent the Runway Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the popular clothing rental company.
Springboard Enterprises is a global virtual accelerator where entrepreneurs, investors and industry experts meet to build women-led businesses.
Women Innovating Now (WIN) Lab from Babson College’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership is a yearlong residency program for women entrepreneurs.