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Kickstarter Challenge

Fast-track your business idea with the chance to share in $60,000.

Kickstarter
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Enterprising Journeys

Be inspired by incredible founders’ insights and advice.

Journeys
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Events

Meet like-minded women at an enterprising event near you.

Events
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Articles

Check out some of the latest insights and tips for navigating your business journey.
Articles

IT’S YOUR TURN

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What is

Enterprising ME exists to unlock the untapped entrepreneurial potential of women – providing the skills, resources and confidence women need to become Australia’s next entrepreneurs.

It is a place for women of all stages of life, with one thing in common – a desire to create and grow a career in entrepreneurship and bring your business ideas to life. It is a space for community and inspiration – whether you have a big idea or are looking for a spark – whether you’re already on your journey or merely at the dreaming stage of starting a business.

It’s your turn to focus on you, your ideas and everything they can be.

The untapped potential of entrepreneurial women

This national research report explores the enterprising mindset of women in their 40s and 50s, proving that these women have many ideas for new businesses, services and products, but too few of these ideas materialise into starting a business.

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Enterprising journeys

From the inner city suburbs of Melbourne, to small rural towns like Warren, NSW, women all over Australia are turning business ideas and passion projects into meaningful ventures. Draw inspiration from some of these incredible journeys to success, as these women in business share their experiences, their best advice and the lived experiences that paved their path to entrepreneurship.

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Hillary Wall

Hillary Wall

Cork & Chroma
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Victoria Rushby

Intuition The Art of Hair
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Caroline Farrer and Kelly Riley

Solmates
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Megan Pollock

Second Scout
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The latest insights

The journey to starting your own business can be a pretty steep learning curve, full of twists and turns. Check in with some of the latest advice, insights and strategies for navigating the trickiest of challenges.
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24/07/2024

Aftermath of the Crowdstrike outage: stay safe from scams

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15/07/2024

The Go-To Expert: Why It’s Not Gross To Promote Yourself

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15/07/2024

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Tips And Tricks From The Sydney Female Founder Festival

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