Prowess Journal

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SINCE 2002 · WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Self-Employed Women UK: Post-Covid Barriers in 2026

This article updates a 2021 report by Erika Watson of Prowess, commissioned by the Women’s Budget Group for the Commission on a Gender-Equal Economy. The original report was written at the height of the COVID-19 crisis. The policy landscape has shifted since then, but many structural barriers facing self-employed women in the UK remain. The […]

Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Business: A 2026 UK Guide

A healthy body and a healthy mind go together. And there’s a link between your personal fitness and the health of your business. Is it time you started to change your habits and get in shape? The good news is that it doesn’t need to be difficult.

How to Succeed as a Freelance Tutor in the UK (2026)

Freelance tutoring is one of the most flexible businesses a woman can run from home, and demand for a freelance tutor UK-wide continues to grow. You choose your subjects, set your hours, and decide whether to teach online, in person, or both. The market is driven by demand for exam preparation, catch-up support, and specialist […]

Why More Women Should Be Encouraged into Management Roles

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Women have made undeniable progress in the UK workplace, yet women in management roles still face an uneven playing field. Encouraging more women into management roles is not simply a fairness issue; it is a practical route to stronger, more resilient organisations. For a fuller picture of the landscape, see our women in business key […]