Her CEO Journey™: The Business Finance Podcast for Mission-Driven Women Entrepreneurs

Every founder has a team behind them, working together to make the whole business successful. If you're a business owner, you care not only about growing your company but also about your employees' well-being. This includes making sure they earn a living wage and have the support they need. But to make such a big change, you must first ensure your business is prepared. That's where financial planning comes in, a crucial part of building a sustainable business...

Creating positive change sounds like a good idea — and one effective way to achieve it within your company is by implementing a living wage. However, like any worthwhile endeavor, it requires careful planning. Good intentions are a starting point, but thoughtless action can lead to unintended consequences.

In the fourth episode of our Living Wage series, we delve into Mari Parker's experiences as the COO of Boldr, where they raised baseline pay to a living wage...

At the heart of ethical employment lies our commitment to providing fair compensation to our workers. By fair, we mean more than just meeting the minimum wage. We're dedicated to offering living wages, enabling our employees to lead financially stable lives, free from undue financial stress. This extends beyond wages; it encompasses essential aspects such as healthcare and family well-being...

Success in business is a complex recipe, unique to each company and influenced by various factors. Similarly, the path to fair compensation isn't a one-size-fits-all equation. While numerous websites provide data on what constitutes a fair living wage, they often fail to consider an individual's specific needs and circumstances. The question of what truly defines a living wage demands a deep dive into the data...

Creating meaningful impact as a business is more than just ensuring your customers receive the best services and products. It's also about creating a positive impact on the lives of your employees and the communities you serve. 

One powerful way you can achieve this is by embracing the concept of a living wage. This transformative approach ensures that individuals can lead healthy lives, with access to basic needs like shelter and nutritious food...

As a woman entrepreneur, you have the power to lead a profitable business that makes an impact. You'll hone your skills, take action and make authentic decisions that will put you on your own path to success. It may be a difficult journey ahead, but fortunately, the stories of successful women in business can guide your way. Take inspiration from the trailblazers who show you the possibilities of changing the world as a woman business owner...

Many businesses strive to create lasting social impact. To pursue this mission, you can invest in multiple endeavors and work with as many groups as you prefer. However, there’s one step you need to take for your efforts to truly matter. Listen to the people you want to serve; understand their needs.

Alicia Wallace is the co-founder and COO of All Across Africa. She was driven to help people even before the organization's founding...

How do you know if your company is creating the difference it wants to be in the world?

There’s a powerful quote by Peter Drucker, “If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it.” For a social impact business for whom the mission is paramount, knowing your impact is critical. Enter impact reporting: an impact report measures and tells your company’s story. It’s a powerful tool that can help grow several aspects of your company...

What does it mean to be a climate-positive company? Is it easy to become one?

Aiming for a goal that seems unclear — or even detrimental — is hard. Many business owners tend to focus on profit. They keep their company running, create a great product, and have excellent sales. Why focus on the environment when it eats into profits?

But as companies, we can do more. And what's more: being an environmental solution doesn't cut into your profits — it increases them...

Your spending can change the world. How you spend your money makes a difference. Conscious consumerism, if done by enough people, can make huge leaps toward solving our current climate crisis.

Businesses have the biggest impact on the climate, but consumers are the reasons behind their choices. We speak and vote with our wallets. Business-as-usual practices will persist if they see no benefit to change. Once they see consumers demand sustainability, the rest will follow...