Sheela Murthy, an Indian immigrant, talks about how she started one of the world’s most visited law sites and how an early role model shaped her career.
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Military Mom’s ‘KinderJam’ Program Inspired by Autistic Son
El Brown, a teacher by training, developed classes that emphasize individual learning. She’s expanded to 15 states and 10 countries.
Dog Food So Good You Could Eat It…Literally
Lucy Postins sells ‘human-grade’ pet food, meaning you could grab a spoon and eat it with your pooch.
Today’s Dose of Inspiration: Katharine Gibbs
“If education is to be any good, it must be good for something.” The pedagogical philosophy that drove Katharine Gibbs still applies today.
How To Start A Startup In College
This infographic from the Degree Library is designed to help prospective college-age entrepreneurs figure out how to get their ventures off the ground.
Report: Female Business Owners Express Optimism – And Some Concerns – Regarding 2014 Outlook
The findings of a new report indicate that an 87 percent majority of female entrepreneurs feel optimistic about the prospects for their businesses in 2014.
Turning Camel Milk Into Cosmetics
Penelope Shihab, a biotech entrepreneur, gets the main ingredient for her Skinue line from camels owned by Dubai’s royal family.
Digging Out of a Sales Rut
Xiaoning Wang of ChinaSprout is working to turnaround her educational-products company.
Today’s Dose of Inspiration: Tammy Duckworth
We’re celebrating Women’s History Month with Rep. Tammy Duckworth, who embodies the theme of “character, courage and commitment.”
For an Entrepreneur Trained in Conflict Resolution, Business is Good
Alma Jadallah seeks to broker peace between Middle Eastern communities in a post-Arab Spring world.
Tory Burch: Think of Negativity as Noise
Fashion powerhouse Tory Burch talks to Claudia Chan about ignoring the skeptics who initially criticized her business.
Michelle Isrow of Mimilounge: All About Comfort
“For a year we searched for solutions. We were on a mission to create comfort for all.”
Today’s Dose of Inspiration: Sarah Jessica Parker
In today’s moment of inspiration, actress Sarah Jessica Parker gives us a lesson on balance in heels.
Making the Next Move a Success
Social entrepreneur Nancy Lublin talks to Claudia Chan about why she left her startup Dress for Success to turn around a flailing company.
The ‘Rain Woman’ Behind a Digital Detective Agency
Alison Chung has parlayed a phenomenal gift for numbers into a computer forensics firm.