Women entrepreneurs are making great strides in a very competitive business world by bringing innovation and creativity to the forefront. Although there are many difficulties and opportunities surrounding women in business, one of the most important areas that needs focus is cash flow management. For the purpose of this blog, I’d like to discuss special issues and tools of empowerment for women in small businesses.
Nurturing personal relationships, leveraging professional connections, and embracing online communities can provide you with the invaluable support and guidance you need to navigate the challenges and thrive in the competitive world of entrepreneurship.
Alberta's technology industry is on the rise, with Calgary and Edmonton emerging as key tech hubs in the province. As an entrepreneur, you can tap into a large and diverse talent pool, benefit from a supportive startup ecosystem, and enjoy government support for innovation. However, like any growing tech scene, there are also challenges to be aware of, including competition for talent and access to capital. In this blog, we explore the opportunities and challenges facing entrepreneurs in Alberta's tech scene, and how you can navigate them to build a successful business. Click to read more and discover the potential of Alberta's tech sector for entrepreneurs.
As a business owner, the way you choose to communicate with your customer base is just one half of the coin. The tone that you set with your team behind the scenes is just as important to your success. Not only will an inclusive workplace create an environment where your employees feel comfortable and welcome, but research shows that organizations who make it a priority are more innovative and successful than their counterparts.
Alberta Women’s Entrepreneurs has received $3 million in grant funding through the Women’s Economic Recovery - Capital Growth Initiative. The Capital Growth Initiative is part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan, and the additional loan fund is now available to support women entrepreneurs who need easier access to capital. This investment will support more women who want to expand or start a business, helping diversify Alberta’s economy and creating new job opportunities throughout the province.
As a business owner many people will look to you as a leader during difficult situations. Customers and staff alike will look for direction on how your business is going to operate going forward and how they will fit into that picture. There are a few key things to keep in mind when creating a communication strategy that will help keep the conversations going in the right direction.
Nasim Morawej first heard about Alberta Women Entrepreneurs after starting her engineering firm, Sentient Tools, in 2017. When positions opened up on the Board of Directors at Alberta Women Entrepreneurs shortly after, she decided it would be a good opportunity. That choice allowed her to navigate entrepreneurship while helping shape the future of it for women in Alberta.
