Need Something New to Watch on Netflix? Try This Miniseries About The First ‘Self-Made’ Female Millionaire
The four-part series focuses on the life of Sarah Breedlove, also known as haircare maven Madam C.J. Walker.
Advice & Tips
Interested in starting a business or growing the one you have? Explore our articles offering advice and tips for women entrepreneurs, as well as select resources curated by our editors, for every stage of the entrepreneurial journey.
Choosing Entrepreneurship
Thinking about starting your own business? What does becoming an entrepreneur really mean? Before you invest your time, energy and savings into a small business, find out about the ins-and-outs of entrepreneurship.
This Infectious Disease Specialist Has a New Consulting Firm, and Impeccable Timing
Buffy Lloyd-Krejci, who recently founded IPCWell to combat infectious diseases in nursing homes, never imagined her services would come during a global pandemic.
The Publishing World, Rocked by Controversy, Seeks More Diverse Voices
With the publishing industry in flux about which writers deserve to be promoted, new imprints run by women and those who identify as nonbinary are racing to fill a gap.
Startup Basics
You know entrepreneurship is for you. But what are the steps to starting a business -- and what's the best business to start? We've got answers to all your questions, including how to find great small business ideas, choose a name and write a business plan, in our startup basics library.
This Infectious Disease Specialist Has a New Consulting Firm, and Impeccable Timing
Buffy Lloyd-Krejci, who recently founded IPCWell to combat infectious diseases in nursing homes, never imagined her services would come during a global pandemic.
Rent the Runway … For Art? This Female Founder Is Banking on Millennials’ Curated Tastes
Curina, a new art rental startup, joins a litany of subscription services that are geared toward young people who want quality goods without exorbitant price tags. Can it succeed?
She Quit Her Job at the NBA to Start a Savory Baby Food Line That’s Launching at Whole Foods
Fresh Bellies founder Saskia Sorrosa is at the helm of a new business trend: organic, healthy baby food for sophisticated palates.
Finding Support & Guidance
Finding a mentor and learning how to network is critical to business success. Peer advisory groups can help you make better business decisions. As you grow your company, you'll want to tap the expertise of successful women entrepreneurs who have already navigated the entrepreneurial journey.
Please Distract Me: 5 Viral Videos Made by Funny Women
Thank you, ladies, for keeping us entertained during challenging times.
Hello Alice Offers $10,000 Emergency Grants for Small Businesses Affected by Coronavirus
The online resource wants to help small businesses run by women and others who traditionally have more challenges raising capital.
Women Entrepreneurs: Need Legal Guidance? This Nonprofit Can Help
To help entrepreneurs better understand financial and legal options while navigating the coronavirus crisis, this woman-run nonprofit has launched a remote clinic.
Business Funding
If you want information about small business funding, you've come to the right place. We've rounded up the most common sources of funding for startups, from friends and family money to Kickstarter campaigns, from SBA loans to venture capital. You'll also find some information about small business grants for women.
Hello Alice Offers $10,000 Emergency Grants for Small Businesses Affected by Coronavirus
The online resource wants to help small businesses run by women and others who traditionally have more challenges raising capital.
3 Financial Resources for Small Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus
As social distancing projections extend, business owners are becoming increasingly worried about the fates of their firms. Here are some options available for economic assistance.
How to Apply for SBA Disaster Relief Loans
Women entrepreneurs: If you’re worried about the effects of coronavirus on your cash flow, the U.S. government may be able to help.
Branding & Marketing
It's time to shout it from the rooftops! You've got a great product or service. But how do you get publicity -- and how do you find customers? Read about small business marketing strategies, from social media and public relations to SEO and email marketing.
These Life Coaches Know How to Pivot During a Crisis — Here’s Their Advice
Katie DePaola and Liv Chapman, founders of Inner Glow Circle, relate some best — and positive — practices for businesses during uncertain times.
Rita Wilson, Taylor Swift and Other Influential Women Share Coronavirus Survival Tips, Urge Restraint
Influential women are encouraging fans to stay at home and lower the risk of infecting the elderly or immunocompromised.
Diane von Furstenberg Launches New #InCharge Platform for Women’s History Month
Style icon DVF has a new collaboration with Amazon to showcase woman-owned small businesses and women authors.
Managing Your Business
It takes a lot more than great ideas to run a strong company. Smart entrepreneurs have a keen sense of business management. Increase your knowledge in areas like finance, markets, human resources, communication, technology and business policy and strategy.
The Ugly, Lovely Effects of the Coronavirus Crisis on Beauty Businesses
How are the women entrepreneurs behind small firms selling skincare and hair products, makeup and more navigating a time when customers are no longer seeing – well, anyone?
Hello Alice Offers $10,000 Emergency Grants for Small Businesses Affected by Coronavirus
The online resource wants to help small businesses run by women and others who traditionally have more challenges raising capital.
5 Tips for Parents Working Remotely With Kids at Home During Covid-19
No one ever said being a work-at-home parent during a global pandemic when the schools and daycare are closed was easy.
Growth Strategies
Whether you want to grow steadily as a lifestyle business or achieve rapid growth as an investor-backed startup, we can show you how successful women entrepreneurs have done it. What's your growth strategy?
The Publishing World, Rocked by Controversy, Seeks More Diverse Voices
With the publishing industry in flux about which writers deserve to be promoted, new imprints run by women and those who identify as nonbinary are racing to fill a gap.
Rent the Runway … For Art? This Female Founder Is Banking on Millennials’ Curated Tastes
Curina, a new art rental startup, joins a litany of subscription services that are geared toward young people who want quality goods without exorbitant price tags. Can it succeed?
The Wing’s Audrey Gelman: I Wasn’t Being Open About Fear of Failure
The face of the popular female co-working space opens up about challenges and sticky situations as a new mom and founder.
Becoming a Leader
You don't have to be born with leadership skills. You can learn them. Whether you're an introvert or extrovert, you can learn everything you need to know about decision making, public speaking and managing people with finesse.
Need Something New to Watch on Netflix? Try This Miniseries About The First ‘Self-Made’ Female Millionaire
The four-part series focuses on the life of Sarah Breedlove, also known as haircare maven Madam C.J. Walker.
A Sewing School Goes Live on Instagram, Making Masks
Her Manhattan studio shuttered due to coronavirus, Kristine Frailing of the New York Sewing Center is teaching classes from her Brooklyn apartment.
Zoom and the Downward Dog: Yogis Connect With Students Online
The coronavirus outbreak forces yoga and fitness studio owners to move quickly to Zoom, Instagram and other platforms to sustain their businesses.
Work & Life
The juggle is real. Learn from other women entrepreneurs about how they manage work-life balance. It's too easy to be a workaholic when you're an entrepreneur, so read about stress management techniques, how to spot burnout symptons and how to plan a vacation.
5 Tips for Parents Working Remotely With Kids at Home During Covid-19
No one ever said being a work-at-home parent during a global pandemic when the schools and daycare are closed was easy.
Even Serena Williams Has Anxiety Over Self-Isolation
The tennis superstar revealed in a series of videos on TikTok that she is struggling with social distancing, and relayed anxiety about the health of her daughter.
Working From Home During Coronavirus? Here Are Some Tips to Get You Through This
Business owners and employees are navigating uncharted waters, but expert Barbara Weltman says we are well prepared to work from home. We just need the right setup.