There are 33.2 million small businesses in the United States, accounting for a whopping 99.9% of all US companies, according to the US Chamber of Commerce.

These small businesses - ranging from restaurants to up-cycled clothing retailers to specialty chocolate makers - employ nearly 62 million Americans—almost half of the American workforce, and represent 43.5% of America’s GDP.

Where do they all start? At the “Concept Stage” – the very first phase of establishing when a company is just a thought or an idea.

But how do you turn an idea for a business into a successful venture?

In a groundbreaking 4-episode series, Yahoo Finance explores the world of entrepreneurship by delving into a specific stage of each small business-building process through inspiring stories from those who have navigated this journey.

First on tap: Talea Beer Co., a “beer bro” brand founded by two New York City female entrepreneurs who had a concept to create a beer company that spoke to a broader audience beyond the typical ‘beer bro.’

Learn how to grow your small business from those who rose above failures, barriers, and setbacks to achieve robust growth and success.

For more on our FEARLESS series, click here and tune in to Yahoo Finance Live on Fridays at 11 AM EST.