Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. There’s a saying that you have to “fake it till you make it,” in life and in business. However, you also hear about wantrepreneurs. So ...

The term “first-time entrepreneur” describes someone who has never owned or operated a business. This can be an individual, a couple or a group working together outside the usual corporate framework.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Starting a small business is an exciting journey, but it ...