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Posts by Colleen DeBaise
Get Over It: That Fear of ‘Making the Ask’
Women often have trouble asking for money and opportunities. Our panel provides advice.
Get Over It: Being an Introvert
Can you succeed in business if networking or sales calls give you nightmares? Our panel says yes.
A Fashion Brand Keeps Its Sewing in the US
Jan Erickson of Janska is trying a lean manufacturing strategy to produce her American-made apparel.
Get Over It: That Terrible Inability to Focus
Our fearless panel provides best tips for keeping your eye on the prize.
Get Over It: Fear of Failure
Our team of experts provide tips for conquering your biggest personal startup challenges.
Inspiring Girls to Be Tech Entrepreneurs
A new program aims to catch young women before they’re dissuaded from STEM fields.
Meet the 25-Year-Old Powerhouse Behind Malala Fund
Shiza Shahid quit her corporate job to advocate for girls’ education.
From Corporate Employee to Entrepreneur
In today’s New York Times, Kimberly Dobbins tells us how she quit her day job and launched a snack-bar company.
Why Entrepreneurs Should Never Be Satisfied
In our continuing series with the New York Times, we talk to Pat Law of Singapore. “Know that you can do better,” she says.
The Flip Side of Fearlessness
In our continuing series with the New York Times, we look at what happens when you take a chance — and something goes wrong.
Plum Alley: Connecting Women With Money
Women’s ventures are often underfunded. Deborah Jackson’s crowdfunding platform is trying to change that.
Why We Care About Female Chefs
In our continuing series with the New York Times, we look at two women in the kitchen: Jody Adams and Ana Sortun, who own restaurants in Boston.
The Challenges of Starting an Urban Winery
Forget rain or bugs. Lysanne Tusar, who makes wine in Hong Kong, has landlord problems.
The Long Journey to Market for an All-Natural Snack Bar
Seven years after a corporate sabbatical inspired Simple Squares, Kimberly Dobbins is close to turning a profit.