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Starting a Business in Retirement? Begin While You’re Still Working

Testing a business before retirement can help you gauge demand, learn the time commitment and reduce the risk of putting retirement savings on the line. This article is part of America’s Read More...

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Author: Leslie Hunter-Gadsden

How Co-Working Spaces Can Better Serve Midlife Entrepreneurs

H Street Greenhouse offers older entrepreneurs a quieter, more supportive alternative to traditional co-working spaces, with mentoring and business education included. This article is part of Read More...

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Author: Kerry Hannon

How Native American Entrepreneurs Are Overcoming Barriers to Business Ownership

Native American founders are creating companies in fields from broadband to design while drawing on community, tradition and modern technology. This article is part of America’s Entrepreneurs , a Read More...

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Author: Chris Farrell

How Entrepreneurs Can Find Opportunities During a Recession

A recession does not have to mean the end of opportunity. Entrepreneurs who anticipate change can uncover new needs, markets and business ideas. Whether you believe a recession (or economic boom!) is Read More...

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Author: Richard Eisenberg

Why More Women Are Becoming Sidepreneurs

More women are launching part-time businesses while keeping other jobs. Experts explain what is driving the trend and why it can be a smart, low-risk strategy. (This article is part of America’s Read More...

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Author: Kerry Hannon

How Second-Act Entrepreneurs Can Turn Passion Into a Business

Midlife founders can pursue a long-held dream while lowering risk through planning, part-time income, community connections and flexibility. (This article is part of America’s Entrepreneurs , a Read More...

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Author: Chris Farrell

How to Professionalize a Family Business Without Losing the Family: Hyannis Country Garden

Stronger procedures and financial discipline helped Hyannis Country Garden improve performance while preserving the trust and support of family members. This feature and video are part of America’s Read More...

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Author: Alauna Yust

How Entrepreneurs Over 50 Can Find and Reach Their Target Market

Finding the right customers is critical for startup success. Learn how entrepreneurs over 50 can use Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and other channels effectively. (This article and podcast episode are Read More...

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Author: Richard Eisenberg

How Family Businesses Can Bridge the Generation Gap

Family firms can strengthen succession by involving younger relatives early, matching jobs to strengths, avoiding nepotism and embracing new ideas. (This article is part of America’s Entrepreneurs Read More...

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Author: Jessica Thiefels

How to Grow Your Family Business

This article is part of America’s Entrepreneurs , a Next Avenue initiative made possible by the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation and EIX, the Entrepreneur and Innovation Exchange .) Taking a Read More...

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Author: Kerry Hannon