The development of an idea to create a business. Analysis of the different aspects of the business to ensure its viability.

The ability of a business to be profitable.

Someone involved in a particular undertaking of activities, commercial or industrial, for the purpose of generating revenue from a combination of human, financial, and physical

A personal developmental relationship in which a more experienced or more knowledgeable person helps to guide a less experienced or less knowledgeable person. (source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mentorship)

A mission statement is a brief description of a company’s fundamental purpose. It answers the question, «Why do we exist?» (source: http://sbinfocanada.about.com/od/businessplanning/g/missionstatemen.htm)

Any expenses incurred in the ordinary course of business. Business expenses are deductible and are always netted against business income. (source: http://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/businessexpenses.asp#ixzz2Lk2x5AkZ)

An organization designed to accelerate the growth and success of entrepreneurial companies through an array of business support resources and services that could include physical

Business accelerators prepare companies for growth by providing guidance and mentorship. They help companies get through adolescence and prepare them providing strategy for the future.

A surface intended for the posting of public messages, for example, to advertise items wanted or for sale, announce events, or provide information. (source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulletin_board)

The point at which cost or expenses and revenue are equal: there is no net loss or gain, and one has «broken even.» A profit