With so much to think about and plan for, when starting a new business it may be tempting to overlook creating a comprehensive business plan. However, it's important to remember that a business plan ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Creating a business plan is a critical first step for any ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It was 1986, and student Ian Leopold was just one class away from graduating. That’s when his economics professor failed his business ...