
The idea of owning a business and being your own boss is the stuff of dreams for many people. Why not reap all of the rewards of your great ideas and hard work? If this is you, know that you’re in good company. Across the United States, more than 4.7 million people set out each year to turn an idea into a livelihood. Here in Florida, nearly 120,000 new businesses opened their doors in 2024 — each one sparked by someone with an idea, a plan and the courage to try.
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