Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Many women in their 50s think about starting a business.

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You have probably secretly always wanted to run your own show, but with an existing job, never took the time to consider starting your own business. Then there was always the risk of failure. Also, ...

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To Jobs, the only way to become ‘three dimensional’ is to completely own the process, and the results. A 2023 study published by Gusto shows burnout is one of the main reasons mid-career workers (ages ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rachel Wells is a writer who covers leadership, AI, and upskilling. Are you feeling frustrated with your work and hoping for ...

If you’ve been thinking about working for yourself and taking the leap, you’ll want to keep reading. Sometimes the world gives you signs at a pivotal moment to make a massive shift. See: 26 Ways To ...

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Have you been considering IT contract work, but you don’t know where to start? Before you start working piecemeal, contract-by-contract, consider opening your own IT contract business. Many interested ...

Starting your own business isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. It’s a rollercoaster of rewards, challenges and invaluable learning. Starting a business means wearing many hats and steady growth. Time ...

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