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Contrary to popular belief, there are actually many ways to start a business that let you focus less on the logistics and upfront costs and more on getting your ideas started. Let’s get you past the first major mental hurdle of “I want to start a business but have no ideas.” These 26 small business ideas make a great entry point for beginners, bootstrappers, or anyone with a busy schedule, and let you pick up a side business without having to drop everything else. Get your free Big List of Business Ideas Looking to start a business but unsure what to sell?…

If you’re a skilled entrepreneur or craftsperson, you’ve probably dreamed of starting your own ecommerce store. But this is no easy feat. In this article, you’ll discover each step in the process of starting an ecommerce business, and when to expect to see profitability.  Million Dollar Ideas Start Here Learn how to build an online business from the ground up with Shopify’s new free course, First Day to First Sale. You’ll develop a winning product, build a brand, launch a marketing strategy, and more. How to start an ecommerce business 1. Find product opportunities and choose what to sell Finding a product…

The chip giant is targeting customers who need low-cost, mature manufacturing nodes. Major semiconductor company intel (INTC 2.23%) is focused on regaining the manufacturing lead TSMC At the same time, we are building our own foundry business. The company is in the process of bringing his five new advanced manufacturing nodes into mass production within four years. That effort culminated in the Intel 20A process and Intel 18A process, both of which he expects to be completed by the end of 2024. These new cutting-edge processes will be needed for Intel to convince chip designers to use its foundries to…

Editor's note: We earn commissions from Forbes Advisor partner links. Commissions do not influence editors' opinions or ratings. If you're looking for a low-risk investment, your first choice should always be U.S. Treasury bills. Backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government, U.S. Treasuries are the safest investment assets on earth. Treasury bills have the shortest maturity of any U.S. government bond, making them a great choice for short-term investments. Yields on Treasury bills have risen steadily over the last year, with most maturities now yielding more than 5%. What is a Treasury bill? Government bonds have…

When the hype surrounding non-fungible tokens rose to a fever pitch in 2021, many potential investors wondered if NFTs were a boon or a bubble. Although some of the buzz has fizzled, and it is unclear whether NFTs will achieve niche or mainstream status, they remain promising for many applications. Understanding the early examples and potential use cases of this new technology is important for gauging their value and sustainability.Theoretically, NFTs — digital tokens of virtual and real-world assets — can be applied to any item. Digital art and collectibles have been the primary applications, but the list of potential…

Liftoff Houston2022 LiftOff Houston winners. The City of Houston on Wednesday kicked off Lift Off Houston, its annual business plan competition that will award $10,000 in prize money to small business owners. The City of Houston, in partnership with the Houston Public Library and Capitol One Bank, will award a total of $30,000 to three Houston small business owners. This year marks the contest's 11th year and the city said the program has been a great success. “Over the years, this program has been incredibly impactful in supporting aspiring entrepreneurs through business literacy, education and mentorship,” said Mayor Sylvester Turner.…

LG Electronics CEO Cho Joo-wan announces the company's new business strategy at LG Science Park in Seoul When LG Electronics made the surprising move two years ago by unceremoniously exiting one of its core businesses, the mobile phone business, investors wondered what its next growth engine would be.It didn't take long for the South Korean electronics giant to find an answer.The company announced a new business strategy on Wednesday. It's a transformation from a traditional consumer electronics manufacturer to a platform-based technology giant.CEO Cho Joo-wan said that with new business goals, LG aims to achieve annual sales of 100 trillion…

liftoff houston2022 Liftoff Houston Winner. The city of Houston on Wednesday launched Liftoff Houston, an annual business plan contest that gives small business owners a chance to win $10,000. The City of Houston, along with the Houston Public Library and Capitol One Bank, will award a total of $30,000 to three Houston small business owners. This year marks the 11th year the contest has been held, and the city announced that the program has been a great success. “Over the years, this program has had a tremendous impact in empowering aspiring entrepreneurs through business literacy, education and mentorship,” said Mayor…

Learning how to start a dropshipping business, like any type of venture, isn’t easy. Nevertheless, it’s a great first step into the world of entrepreneurship.  You can sell to customers without holding any inventory. You don’t need to pay for products upfront. And if you’re serious about your new venture, you can build a sustainable source of income in the long run.  If you’re contemplating dropshipping, consider taking the following business and financial steps in this complete dropshipping tutorial. Some are mandatory from the outset, while others are just a good idea. But dealing with them upfront will save you time and…

The housing sector's remarkable resilience during the Fed's historic monetary tightening cycle has been a key factor supporting the economy's resilience to recession. Housing, a large and volatile sector of the economy, is typically an important transmission channel for monetary policy that affects real economic activity. When interest rates rise, the price of buying a home falls, people buy fewer or smaller homes, and the pace of home construction slows. With around 8 million construction workers and 4% of GDP, the sector is large enough that a recession within the sector, combined with spillover effects on related activities, could cause…