Category: Women’s Entrepreneurship
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The idea of starting a side business is no longer niche or experimental. By 2026, it has become a deliberate response to economic uncertainty, changing work cultures, and a growing desire for autonomy. People are not only chasing extra income; they are seeking flexibility, meaning, and a sense of control over their professional lives. If…
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Are you thinking of a sustainable business which are growing | For more than a decade, hustle culture dominated how success was defined. Early mornings, late nights, constant availability, and the belief that rest was earned—not required—became symbols of ambition. Burnout was worn like a badge of honour. Productivity was measured in exhaustion. But that…
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Entrepreneurship is often portrayed as energising—full of momentum, ambition, and adrenaline. But behind the success stories and polished LinkedIn posts is a quieter, less discussed reality: many founders are building businesses while emotionally exhausted. This exhaustion does not always look dramatic. It is subtle. It shows up as delayed decisions, reduced creativity, emotional numbness, and…
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Finding your first customer is not about going viral, having a perfect website, or spending on ads. It is about clarity, courage, and connection. Before there is scale, there is trust. Before there is growth, there is one person willing to say, “Yes, I’ll try this.” For many women starting a business, freelancing, or launching…
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Why a Female Entrepreneur Must Build a Brand, Not Just a Business | For female entrepreneurs, this difference is not cosmetic — it is strategic. In today’s markets, customers don’t simply buy based on price or availability; they buy based on trust, relatability, values, identity, and emotional connection. A brand turns your business from “one…
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Marriage often marks the beginning of a new chapter—shared decisions, shared responsibilities, and shared dreams. Many couples assume that after marriage, the chance to start a business becomes limited due to time constraints, family expectations, financial risks, or fear of disrupting stability. However, the reality is very different. Starting a business after marriage is not…
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In a quiet corner of Dubai, a Sri Lankan designer is quietly rewriting the narrative of island talent on the world’s most coveted runways. Chathuri Samaraweera, the visionary behind the label Anaya, joined us for an exclusive conversation about her extraordinary path from corporate boardrooms to the front row of Paris Fashion Week. This is…
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Introduction: Why LinkedIn Matters for Women LinkedIn for Women | LinkedIn has become more than a platform to store CVs. It is now a global hub for ideas, opportunities, and professional connections. For women, it functions as an equaliser—helping you showcase skills, build networks, and establish credibility without waiting for permission or recognition from traditional…
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The real challenges women entrepreneurs face – whether they are in Silicon Valley or somewhere in Asia, are well, real. While rewriting the rules of business, women are still struggling to launch a business, create value and manage it all while taking care of a family. The reality is that the real challenges women entrepreneurs…
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In a world that is increasingly welcoming female leaders, women across Sri Lanka — and the globe — are stepping into entrepreneurship with courage, creativity, and conviction. But what truly sets a successful aspiring female entrepreneur apart? It’s not just about funding or flashy business cards — it’s about mindset, grit, and a set of…