Prowess Journal

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SINCE 2002 · WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Amanda Kerin: overcoming isolation for women in business

Amanda Kerin launched Creative Women’s Mastermind in July 2019 after moving from Bristol to a small ski resort in the French Alps, where, having left behind a strong local business network, she discovered within months that working from home alone was harming her confidence, creativity and income, so she built the community she wished she […]

Cyber Security for Small Businesses: 5 Practical Tips

Cyber security is not only a concern for large corporations. The UK government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025 found that 43% of UK businesses identified a breach or attack in the previous 12 months. For micro and small businesses, the figure was 36%, with phishing accounting for 84% of identified breaches. These cyber security tips […]

6 Ways to Grow a Successful and Competitive Company

Growing a company in the UK means more than working longer hours. It requires a clear plan, the right team, loyal customers, smart marketing, and the ability to adapt when regulations, costs or market conditions shift. For women founders, the context matters: access to finance, workforce costs, and digital adoption all shape how quickly a […]

5 Proven Ways to Grow Your Business in the UK in 2026

When your business stops growing, the first instinct is often to chase new customers. Yet the fastest route to sustainable growth usually starts closer to home: better use of existing revenue, the right funding, smarter systems, and a team that can scale with you. For women-led businesses in the UK, growth is not just a […]

Stress Awareness Month Highlights Rise of Stress Addiction

This Stress Awareness Month, Birmingham-based career expert Mandy Rees has warned that stress has become a “status symbol” for women in the workplace – and warned of a number of signs that reveal someone might be “addicted” to stress. In today’s fast-paced world, feeling constantly busy and under pressure is often worn as a mark […]

Lead Dentist Says 96% of Patients Are Happy With Invisalign

A leading dentist has highlighted the strong success rates of Invisalign treatment, revealing that the vast majority of patients report positive outcomes. Dr Erika Schoeman, who leads Elegance Dental, shared that approximately 96% of her patients are satisfied with the results of their Invisalign treatment. This high level of approval reflects both the effectiveness of […]