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We've interviewed hundreds of successful women entrepreneurs about their small business journeys and what they learned along the way. Read the stories of inspiring startup founders, mid-stage strivers and established business leaders. Learn from the experiences of women business owners of every age working in every industry, from around the world. Discover the many paths women are taking to build great companies, break through barriers and cultivate economic and social good. Get ready! These everyday role models may well inspire you to start your own business, or give you killer ideas for growing the one you have. You may even feel inspired to share your startup story with us.
When It’s Closing Time
Businesses shut their doors for a variety of reasons, as some women in our 1,000 Stories project learned — the hard way.
Women’s Stories Reveal the Richness of Female Entrepreneurship
We collected and analyzed the stories of 1,000 women business owners. Our key findings paint a picture of female entrepreneurship that’s far bigger and far richer than the prevailing business culture would suggest.
Getting Started: The Origins of Female Inspiration
Over 1,000 women business owners told us why they chose entrepreneurship. We examined their stories to better understand what drives them.
Our Definitions of Success: Meaning Over Money
Women are debunking the myth that entrepreneurship is about building the next big thing and making millions. Their goals are more lofty — and arguably more difficult.
Top Challenges: Getting More Strategic, Sooner
The nuts-and-bolts work of running a business preoccupies many women entrepreneurs. Are they thinking strategically enough and soon enough to build the strongest, best companies they can?
Role Models: Who They See When They Look Up
When it comes to role models, the women entrepreneurs who took part in our 1,000 Stories campaign revere one key family member over all other influencers.
The Women Entrepreneurs Who Beat Hurricane Sandy
In New York City’s Rockaway Beach, a fragile entrepreneurial rebirth led largely by women is overcoming the odds — not just surviving but thriving after the storm’s destruction. Why?
The World Needs Women Leaders
Maria Pinelli, Ernst & Young Global Vice Chair of Strategic Growth Markets, shares words of wisdom to galvanize female entrepreneurs into action.
Pearls With Purpose Says Love is All You Need
When scaling up becomes a challenge, the answer may be to look to the people who love you.
A Budding Business
The fast-growing, controversial cannabis industry is said to be a supportive haven for female entrepreneurs. Intrigued, we took a closer look.
Beyond Aesthetics
Interior designer and entrepreneur Kimberly Lacy believes in the transformative power of a beautiful living space.
A Gainful New World
We don’t yet know the true size and impact of LGBT entrepreneurs, in part because many don’t disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity. What would happen if that changed?
Fanning the Flames of an Industry Hot Spot
New York is fast becoming one of the nation’s most dynamic tech hubs. Minerva Tantoco, the city’s first-ever CTO, intends to take it to new heights.
Amid Recession, Women Gain Momentum
Experts weigh in on growth trends in women’s entrepreneurship, based on preliminary data released by the U.S. Census Bureau.