I was a frustrated freelance copywriter that made the decision to become a professional author when I just couldn’t continue to write the stories of others, while neglecting my own.
1,000 Stories
More than 1,000 women entrepreneurs from around the world have told us about their personal business journeys. Here are their stories, in their own words. Tell us yours!
Tracy Brinkmann: Plan Ahead Events-Western Colorado– Believe In Yourself
Happiness and success are imminent when you believe in yourself and not worry about what others think you should do.
Gabby Fludd: Gumdrop Swap Kids & Maternity Boutique– Saving Families Money And Helping The Environment
I became a mom in 2008 and quickly realized how expensive it was to be a parent. Buying retail for my growing daughter was costly and wasteful.
Shavannia Williams: Heels & Helmets — Teaching The Language Of Sports To Women In Business
We utilize sports philosophies to build confidence in professional women, and strengthen their relationship building and leadership skills.
Daisy Adele: Alpha Zen– Challenging Yourself By Starting A Business
I started a business because I knew I had talents that were yet to be explored.
Yemisi Makinde: YEMISII– Unique, Handmade Accessories
I wanted to create one of a kind handmade accessories for people who wanted to express their unique style and stand out from the crowd.
Jane Whyte: Spirit Journey Creations– Doing What You Love
My biggest success was finally being able to dedicate the rest of my life to doing what I love to do. My artwork.
Velma Crawford: Veez Ties That Bind– Creating Apron Art
Creating and designing aprons were initially only meant to be a hobby used as a means of healing and remaining focused during a time of a serious illnesses.
Audra Fordin: Women Auto Know– Educating Women About Their Cars
Being a woman in a predominately male industry was always a challenge but, being a 4th generation Fordin did have its advantages. I was born and bred to be in the automotive industry.
Ann Mehl: Ann Mehl Enterprises– Coaching To Help People Expand
In 2005, I became a certified life and executive coach because I wanted to help other people expand their sense of self.
Brooke Stone: Brooke Stone Lifestyle Management– Having Extra Hands On Deck
I started Brooke Stone Lifestyle Management after experiencing first hand the difference strong support means to everyone trying to live life to the fullest.
Ann Raider: inStream– Technology And Communication Tools For Marketing
We are successful when we provide the right technology and services that help our customers build sales and loyalty with their customers at the right time, at the right touchpoints, with valued offers.
Stacey Hawley: Credo– Enhancing Women’s Earning Potential
If I can help one woman understand how she is perceived at work and how that perceptions influences her pay. Then I can help her change (or maximize) that perception to earn more money.
Gail Romero: Collective Changes– Global Mentoring Nonprofit For Women Entrepreneurs
We want to see the women who typically do not have the networks or the education find the resources and the mentors to grow businesses and jobs.
MaryBeth Reeves: Scrapbook Mamma– Side Hobby To Main Source Of Income
I make custom photo books for those who want to do something wonderful with their pictures, but don’t have the time or the inclination to do it themselves.