Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Running a small business is a delicate balancing act, where ...

Managing your small business's finances isn’t just about crunching numbers—it’s about making data-driven decisions that keep your business healthy and positioned for growth. The right accounting ...

While not everything is within a business owner's control, there are still plenty of consumers with their wallets out, ready to spend. So if you're wondering whether now's a good time to start a ...

Economic uncertainty can be a struggle for small business owners accustomed to responding decisively to obstacles jeopardizing their future. Delayed growth and reduced hiring and innovation due to ...

Small businesses aren’t as small as you might think. They drive 44% of the U.S. GDP and employ more than 60 million Americans, according to U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimates. Yet despite their impact ...

Almost four decades after accounting software became accessible and affordable enough for small businesses to use it, the competition has never been fiercer. So, if you’re still managing your ...

Who has time to wash their trucks and vans? And do you want to be paying a technician to do that? Find a high schooler to wash your vehicles. Most small integrators don’t have the revenue to add an ...

Dear Joan: I am a new manager. I manage a small business but I find it hard to know if I am too strict, or too easy, with my managing style. Can you give me ways to measure how I'm doing? Answer: I'm ...

Small Business Saturday (November 29, 2025) has become more than a single shopping day — it’s a chance for retailers and restaurateurs to connect with customers who value supporting their community.

Small business management is one of the most challenging tasks in managing a small business. A lot of businesses do not see the hidden costs that come with not incorporating small business management ...

Filing small business taxes for the first time (or any time, really) can feel daunting, but it doesn't have to totally ruin your month. While the Internal Revenue Service, or IRS, is going to want to ...