Know Where to Seek Small Business Loans, Grants and Other Opportunities

Whether you’re starting a new small business or looking to grow an existing one, finding funding can be a challenge for businesses of all sizes. If you’re looking for a small business loan, grant or other opportunities, check out these resources.

If you’re not sure of the difference between a loan and a grant, check out the explainer here. You can also learn more about all funding options in our small business financing guide here.

Shop From Woman-Owned Violet Flame Chocolate This Holiday Season

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This holiday season, consider buying your holiday gifts from other women business owners.  Read the inspiring interview with Katrina Markoff, Founder of Violet Flame Chocolate.  Check out her company here.

A Growth Mindset Leads to Leadership for Women

How do fixed versus growth mindsets affect women’s ability to see themselves as leaders in the workplace?  That's the question asked of  Julia Lee Cunningham and Sue Ashford from the Ross School of Business and here's Ashford's answer.

As discussed in Ashford’s recent book, The Power of Flexing, leadership comes with many challenges. The skills involved are new for emerging leaders, and the challenges only get more complex as leaders rise in the organizational ranks. Having a growth mindset in which setbacks are considered learning experiences rather than indictments of skill helps leaders to stay “in the game,” continually trying to be more of a leader and to both face and cope with those challenges. A growth mindset helps leaders (and all people) feel empowered when experiencing challenges and setbacks.  

By broadening how leadership is defined and valued, organizations could create more inclusive pathways to leadership roles.

How Women-led Rural Enterprises Grow in India

To identify mechanisms that would help India-based women-led enterprises grow to their full potential, the World Bank carried out a study in six Indian states. 

The study showed that more than 85 percent of women-owned, rural, non-farm enterprises are concentrated in five sub-sectors: retail trade, manufacturing of apparel, food products, food and beverage services and the handloom sector.

Learn more about targeted policies for broader support to India for promoting rural women’s entrepreneurship.

Tune In to the How She Went Global® podcast

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At the How She Went Global® podcast, successful women entrepreneurs and business owners share stories about going global, and offer new ways to take on the world, stay inspired and have fun! They join host Laurel Delaney every month.

Tune in to the latest episode with inventor, patent holder, author, keynoter and globalist Julie Austin when she discusses, "Revolutionizing Hydration:  The Story Behind the Patented Hands-Free Water Bottle." Subscribe while you are at it so you never miss an episode.

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Committed to Empowering Diverse and Black Women-Owned Businesses and Entrepreneurs

Committed to empowering diverse and Black women-owned businesses and entrepreneurs, Wells Fargo took center stage at the Woman Evolve Conference 2024 to highlight the importance of unlocking growth for small businesses and entrepreneurs.

Women are ready to learn, connect, and grow. It was a testament to Wells Fargo’s commitment to ensuring that diverse businesses have access to capital, financial education, mentorship, and community. 

The economic potential of women entrepreneurs is vast. The latest statistics show that women-owned businesses contribute significantly to the U.S. economy, generating $2.7 trillion in revenue and employing 12.2 million workers. 

As women-owned businesses continue to grow, it’s essential to recognize the progress made, particularly among Black women, during challenging times.

Celebrating Contributions of Women Entrepreneurs to the U.S. Economy

After October's Women’s Small Business Month—we pause to celebrate the contributions of women entrepreneurs to the U.S. economy. From gender biases to limited access to capital, the challenges women business owners face are many.

Structural changes are needed to address many of these barriers, but on a personal level, remembering your why, investing in continuous learning, protecting your brand, extending grace, and reframing fear may provide fuel to push forward.  

Here are 5 tips for aspiring women entrepreneurs.  Let's level the playing field.