How to Meet Two Investors in Nine Days

3 July 2013 | Uncategorized

Is your startup ready for the next step in its life, but still looking for Mr. or Ms. Right? Let us be your wing woman and set you up with two lovely investors for Session 2 of our brand new Investor Hangouts program. By Lauren Kim (Events Coordinator, Women 2.0)...

Reporting Harassment at a Convention: A First-Person How To

3 July 2013 | OOO

The last year has seen plenty of trouble with sexism at tech conventions. Here, a female geek who experienced harassment explains the process of reporting it and offers advice if you’re ever, unfortunately, in her shoes.  By Elise Matthesen (Science Fiction...

Women: Don’t Stop Learning After You Get a Degree

3 July 2013 | OOO

While women have been dominating higher education in the US, we are lagging behind in taking advantage of learning resources online, claims the co-founder of an online education startup. By Michelle Chen (Co-founder, RedHoop) For those of you using Quantcast to...

The Brutal Truth From a Dying Startup

3 July 2013 | OOO

A new anonymous Tumblr from a founder whose company is about to go under shines a light on the darker side of starting up. Should entrepreneurs be more open about their struggles as well as their successes? By Jessica Stillman (Editor, Women 2.0) “In 30 days, my...

You Asked for It: Launching the New Women 2.0

2 July 2013 | Uncategorized

‘How do I become a member of Women 2.0?’ our amazing community of innovators always asked us. In the past, we could only reply with a blank stare. Not anymore! By Shaherose Charania (CEO & Founder, Women 2.0) These days everyone may be focused on how to Lean In...

How to Balance a Gimmick With Serious Business

2 July 2013 | Uncategorized

 Using a gimmick can be a great way for a business to stand out, but it may also leave some skeptical about the seriousness of the company.  Here are some proactive business practices that will ensure you’re taken seriously. By Tressa Wood (CEO, Men in Kilts)...

Managing Technical Employees: Learn From My Mistakes

2 July 2013 | Uncategorized

A founder with a strong business background but little experience working with technical folks explains where she stumbled at first and the seven-part system for effective collaboration she has developed.   By Thayer Meicler (Co-founder & CEO, SaleSorter)  In...

Angel Investor to Female Founders: Lighten Up

2 July 2013 | Uncategorized

Angel investor Joanne Wilson discusses the differences she has observed in how men and women discuss their businesses — and how female founders can improve. By Joanne Wilson (Blogger & Angel Investor, Gotham Gal) I spend a lot of time with women...