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Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Shikhar Ghosh says 7.5 out of 10 venture-backed startups fail. Why do so many startups fail?

As an experienced entrepreneur, venture capitalist and Startup World Cup chairman, I recently wrote about how legacy corporations can become more innovative by attending startup competitions and ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . As a long-time investor, advisor and board member for small startups, I was recently asked what markers of ...

Do you imagine entrepreneurs as funky, hoodie-wearing 20-somethings? Actually, research shows that the average founder age is significantly older. But is there a right age to launch a business? And ...

I recently gave presentations about venture capital to four different audiences—my child’s 6th-grade class, university students, my father’s pension club, and a team at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Each ...

Entrepreneurial success stories frequently highlight outliers who defied conventional wisdom. While their approaches initially appear reckless, data increasingly suggests these contrarians may be onto ...

When managed well, corporate-startup collaborations combine the creativity of innovation with the strength of experience, ...

Creating a successful startup culture is a fundamental aspect of building a business that thrives in the long term. From innovative tech companies to small boutique firms, the culture established in ...

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Venture capital has traditionally been a funding source for startups. However, it isn’t always the optimal path to success. And in light of today’s economic uncertainty—from policy changes to market ...

Brex reports that 90% of startups fail within three years due to underestimated costs. Understanding and budgeting for ...