Have a fantastic business idea that you've never acted on? Learn how to select the best ideas and make them reality, so you can own your own business!

What does a good idea need to turn into a profitable business? Learn what tools you need to nurture your fantastic idea into a profitable business startup.

Every company started out as some innovator's small idea. Learn how to generate great business ideas, connect them together, and create solutions.

How can you turn a great business idea and turn into a product ready for the market? Learn how to validate your idea and create a sustainable business model.

Learn how to niche your awesome business idea and break down barriers to entering the marketplace. Take your business idea to the next level with this lesson.

When the right ingredients converge, a business opportunity can become a business boom. Learn how convergence and timing can help you succeed in business.

Not every business idea translates to a viable business model. Evaluate your business plan with the Opportunity Filter test to see if it’s worth pursuing.

Coming up with a great business idea isn’t enough to guarantee success. Learn to test the feasibility of your product in the market before you start a business.

Thinking about seeking funding for your business? Startup consultant Cate Costa explains basic business plan elements, and developing a fundraising strategy.

In this lesson, take a deep dive into the financial section of a startup business plan, starting with how to use pro forma financials for capital planning.