Demand for strategic marketing services and lead generation increases while the level of staffing remains the same or decreases. In light of this, being intentional and setting realistic expectations can be challenging. To share your vision, empower your team, and set realistic goals and objectives. It is vital to identify your strategic marketing drivers and […]
The “entrepreneurial spirit” is roughly defined as “a gift” of passion, ambition, determination, creativity and leadership that is so intense that it inspires others. Notice, though, that nowhere in this description does it list “full-time” as a defining trait. Though commonly viewed as an all-or-nothing commitment, modern entrepreneurs do not need to quit their day […]
Women in business are on the rise, and with the increase in strong, female entrepreneurs, it’s important to know how to get in on the action. Here are a few tips if you’re planning on entering the business world, and starting your own company:
Female entrepreneurship is growing at an unprecedented rate. Between 1997 and 2015, an average of 608 new women-owned businesses opened per day, American Express’ 2015 State of Women-owned Businesses report states. Since 2007, this number has increased to an average of 1,072 a day. The report surveyed the 50 states to find which ones have […]
Two years ago, the BBC hailed “older women entrepreneurs” as “encore entrepreneurs,” often the most successful and promising demographic in a field where failure is 90+ percent.[1] If you’re a woman considering starting a business or building your entrepreneurial brand, it pays (literally) to learn the tough lessons through osmosis. Now that a h
We’ve reached a very exciting point in history where female entrepreneurship is finally thriving and healthy. While there’s plenty of progress to be made when it comes to equal opportunity, pay equality, and other related issues, it’s possible for young entrepreneurs like yourself to move from an idea to a profitable venture. Let’s take a […]
Female Entrepreneurs: Trending Now If you’re a woman considering starting a business or building your entrepreneurial brand, it pays (literally) to learn the tough lessons through osmosis. Now that a healthy amount of successful female entrepreneurs blazed the trails and are happy to share their wisdom, soak up as many tips as you can to […]
Starting a business is daunting to say the least. It’s not easy nor is it for the faint of heart. However, that is what makes an entrepreneur different. Entrepreneurs are risk takers; they are people who are willing to risk everything, financially and career wise, to grow their ideas and businesses. If you are planning […]
The total investment of angel investing in 2014 reached $24.1 billion with 73,400 entrepreneurial ventures receiving funding, according to the Center for Venture Research at the University of New Hampshire. Although this showed a 2.8 percent decrease from 2013, the numbers still show strong activity with investors looking for new business. But with thousands to […]
Frances Kweller, CEO of Kweller Prep, a learning incubator specializing in advanced test preparation in Queens, New York, founded Kweller Prep after receiving her law degree from Hofstra Law School. She offers the following tips to women embarking on their first business venture:
Wells Fargo Invests $1 million in Grameen America to Fund Microloans to Low-Income Women Entrepreneurs in California and Texas SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 21, 2013 – Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) today announced a $1 million equity equivalent investment (EQ2) in Grameen America, a 501(c)3 microfinance organization dedicated to helping women who live in poverty […]
