Marianne Hayes for Shopify

“It’s never too late”: How 3 founders launched successful businesses later in life

One of the best parts of entrepreneurship is that it doesn’t come with an expiration date. If you have a great idea and the passion to see it through, it’s never too late to bring it to life. In fact, folks who are 55 and older own more than half of America’s businesses, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

As an entrepreneur, having some experience under your belt can actually be one of your biggest assets. Chances are you’ve honed valuable skills that will make you a stronger business owner. In other words, your past work and life experiences have likely prepared you for entrepreneurship.

Starting a business as a second act may look like a major career m

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