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The Rise of Women Entrepreneurs
by Jeanne Coughlin

The Harvard Business School’s Working Knowledge recommended Jeanne’s book with the following comments:

"Once found only in the rare book section, books chronicling the achievements of women entrepreneurs are suddenly front and center. Thank the phenomenal success of women-owned businesses over the last twenty years for that. This book covers the usual bases: how women form their businesses, unique challenges and solutions, and first-hand accounts from female business leaders. New to the table here is thinking about how globalization creates opportunities for women-run startups. The book also includes a comprehensive resource guide for women seeking funding, business advice, and support. Chapters include "Women and Globalization," "Economic Motivations for Female Entrepreneurs," and "The Challenges Facing Female Entrepreneurs."

More praise for Jeanne Coughlin’s book:

“You need to be one to know one, to translate trigger points into a winning action plan. Jeanne Coughlin is not only a successful entrepreneur, but in this book, she provides a well-structured roadmap for success. Don't let the word 'woman' in the title dissuade the male entrepreneur from reading and learning. I could have used this book in 1988 when I started OfficeMax with one store, which has grown into a chain of 1,000. This is an informative read that will remain on one's desk for constant reference.”
Michael Feuer, Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder,
OfficeMax, Inc., Cleveland, OH

“As president of a company founded by a woman, I highly recommend this book for the insight it provides into the phenomenal growth of women business owners. Small business provides the backbone for our nation's economy. Much of the growth in small business over the last ten years has been from small women-owned firms, who generate over $3.6 trillion in annual sales. That statistic alone indicates the importance of this subject and the timeliness of this book.”
Robert C. Smith, Former Chairman, Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE)
President, Spero-Smith Investment Advisers, Inc., Cleveland, OH

“The Rise of Women Entrepreneurs identifies the trend of phenomenal growth in women-led businesses. Fostering the success of women business owners strengthens the economy and provides a source of political, economic, and social innovation. This book is an excellent resource, which provides direction and focus to organizations and businesses that support or market to women business owners.”
Sandra Hernandez Adams, President, National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), President, Strategic Micro Partners, Miami, FL