Entrepreneurship

In summer, Americans start to dream of easy money and a clean garage -- but that dream might turn into a nightmare.

The U.S. could be on the "cusp of an entrepreneurship boom -- not in spite of an aging population but because of it."

Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day has evolved since it was first started -- for daughters only -- 20 years ago.

Marketplace's Jennifer Collins reports that home business owners who haven't paid taxes on their sales risk a contretemps with the IRS.

I am a mother of five, wife to one and hold a job as a sales and marketing executive. At this time, I see it necessary to switch to a position that allows me to work more from home, without too much travel, and to build a business that I can grow into my golden years. I have started taking classes to become a Certified Financial Planner. I really want to do this, but I'm concerned my vision for being a CFP might not be viable. I would like to be fee-only and help middle-income people make sound decisions for their financial future. I have spoken with another CFP, and he has told me the focus for the industry is on high-net-worth people, which is not a path that I wish to pursue. Any advice or thoughts is most appreciated. Sarah, Rock Hall, MD

Most entrepreneurs in the U.S. are male, but more and more women are starting businesses. Meet two women who've taken very different paths to entrepreneurship and growth.

A new crop of MBA graduates bring idealism and business discipline to social-good ventures once reserved for nonprofit groups.

The new nonprofit Venture for America seeks to provide fresh talent for small startup companies in struggling cities. Think of it like a Teach for American program for entrepreneurship.