The fourth of July is a time for barbeques, picnics, family reunions, fireworks and of course remembering our founding fathers. But how can we celebrate this most American holiday without recognizing the women of the Revolutionary War?
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Women in Space: Space for Women
When reading this I was touched by what Mae Jemison – the first African-American female astronaut – had to say. She grew up during NASA’s Apollo era of space travel and as a child was irritated by the lack of women involved, who could have been role models for her.
Chance Email Makes Mom Inventor Winner on ABC Show
Dawn Firsing-Paris is a living proof to the common belief that if you need to get something done, ask a busy woman. A few months ago, with two jobs as well at two young children, Firsing-Paris took on another challenge – inventing a new product. Not only did she do it, but she also won the highly coveted approval and mentorship of super “shark” entrepreneur and investor Barbara Corcoran.
‘Housewives’ Ramona Singer’s Role Model
My biggest role model has been my mother. I was the oldest of four children and my mother was a victim of domestic abuse.
New Zealand Women in Business Series: Dr. Kim Chilman Blair & Dr. Kate Hersov, Co-Founders, Medikidz
Dr. Kim Chilman Blair and Dr. Kate Hersov are co-founders of Medikidz, a company which provides medical information to young people through a series of comic books.
Who Inspires Tory Johnson?
Tory Johnson is an award-winning business leader, contributor for ABC’s Good Morning America, and bestselling author devoted to career success. The Story Exchange wanted to know what drives this powerful business woman, who is personally responsible for helping countless women entrepreneurs start their own businesses.
Entrepreneur Remembers Hairdresser Vidal Sassoon
Elim Chew says her success as an entrepreneur is due to the example set by the revolutionary hairdresser Vidal Sassoon, who passed away this week.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
May 13th is the special day for mothers and it’s just around the corner. We’ve compiled a list of great presents from women-owned businesses, submitted to us on Your Story Exchange.
A New Skincare Business for Cancer Patients
After beating breast cancer, Susan Gonzalez started MOON Organics, homemade beauty products free of synthetic ingredients and chemical preservatives.
International Women’s Day: Mothers of Invention
In honor of international women’s day, we are featuring women inventors who have created and patented their inventions.
Breast Cancer Diva
Learn how entrepreneur Roxanne Joffe found an unexpected role model in a celebrity news personality.
Women Entrepreneurs and Female Stereotypes
The Story Exchange “reinforces stereotypes” of women, some have said.
Motherly Instincts Inspire Startups
The actress Jessica Alba has just launched Honest.com, a new e-commerce eco-friendly and non-toxic baby product company. Her inspiration? Her kids. Alba is not alone in finding business inspiration through her children.
Lessons from King on Our Purpose in Life and Work
Martin Luther King wasn’t just one of the greatest civil rights advocates, who changed America’s history and improved the lives of generations to come.