"It's lonely at the top." If you're in business or trying to get into the business arena, I'm sure this is something you hear a lot. Even top leaders cannot seem to fathom how lonely and misunderstood they will feel when they take that plunge to open their own business. It's definitely something that is over glorified and not portrayed for what it really is, hard work. I … [Read more...]
Where Female Entrepreneurs Should Look For Funding Assistance
Sponsored by Better Credit Blog: As a woman in this day and age, there is no doubt that you’re disadvantaged. You may have a far harder struggle than your male counterparts. The good news is that the world is beginning to change. The government and many other organizations have taken steps to even the playing field. As a female entrepreneur in today’s society, you should … [Read more...]
Chasing the Entrepreneurial Dream – Is It Right For You?
We all want a better life for our families and loved ones. As we enter 2018, so many people will be chasing the entrepreneurial dreams of a better life. If you have access to a computer and the internet, there's no better time than now to start a side hustle and create a second income from the comfort of your home. Maybe you want to replace your income so you walk away from … [Read more...]
10 Qualities of a Successful Female Entrepreneur
A couple of years ago, I quit my 13 year career with a FTSE30 company to set up my own online business. The driving force behind my decision was the fact that I have two young sons, and I was sick of not being there for them. I felt like I was in a permanent state of compromise. If one of my boys was ill or had a school play or concert, I had to choose; miss the event and … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Obtain Funding for Small Business
Sponsored by The Doan Law Firm P.C.: There’s never been a better time to start your very own small business -- especially with so many government loans available and lowered barriers to entry available today. The latter doesn’t go for all industries, of course; but a part of the process is finding the viable ones through research. The legal ramifications of starting your … [Read more...]
6 Financial Mistakes Not to Make as a New Business Owner
Embarking on the adventure of opening a business can be exciting. You’ve taken a leap of faith and are ready to make your startup business dreams a reality. In order to run a successful and financially responsible business, you’ll need to ensure that you adopt wise financial habits from the start. The beginning stages of running a business can be uncertain; as 96% of … [Read more...]
The Growing Thrift Store Opportunity for Female Entrepreneurs
Sponsored by Swap.com: The brand image of a thrift store has changed significantly over the years. Today, a consignment and thrift store can offer a wide variety of high-end items at a fraction of the cost that buying new would offer. The term “gently used” truly does exist, and its popularity among shoppers continues to grow. With that said, it’s not surprising that more … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Why You Should Start Your Own Business
Sponsored by SecState.com: Sometimes you may have a burning desire to start a business of your own. Maybe you just aren’t satisfied in your current career and would prefer to take your work life in a different direction. Or maybe you’re sick and tired of your boss constantly staring over your shoulder at everything you do. Starting your own business is never the easiest … [Read more...]
Setting up Your Business Entity
Hello Women on Business community!! I am so excited to be a contributing writer to this page. I can’t wait to connect with you all, and I hope to provide value and helpful information over the coming weeks and months! One of the most frequent questions I am asked about starting a business is how to create a business entity, and which business structure to choose from – an … [Read more...]
3 Marketing Tactics for Small Business Success
Small businesses are the cornerstone of the American economy. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) there are more than 28 million small businesses in the United States. Of this total, nearly 36% are owned or led by a woman. Small businesses provide 55% of all U.S. jobs and have added 8 million new jobs to the economy since 1990. Our country is a land of … [Read more...]