Final post of our 6-week series on small business entrepreneurship

The grand finale! We're breaking down growth vs. scaling, the four paths to expansion, and Washington State resources for established businesses. From ScaleUp training to export programs, this is where your side hustle becomes your empire. Ready to build something bigger than yourself?

Part 5 of 6 on small business entrepreneurship

Launch week is here! We're breaking down marketing basics (it's not just advertising), creating a pre-launch timeline that builds buzz without burnout, and mastering social media without losing your mind. Spoiler: your phone and authenticity beat expensive ads every time. Let's open those doors!

Part 4 of 6 on small business entrepreneurship

Time to fund your dream! From grants that give you free money (yes, really) to SBA loans and Washington State programs you've never heard of, we're breaking down every funding option for women entrepreneurs. Spoiler: you don't need perfect credit or a trust fund to make this work.

Part 3 of 6 on small business entrepreneurship

Time to make it official! We're demystifying business structures (LLC, sole proprietorship, corporation) and breaking down Washington's eight-step registration process. Spoiler: it's way less scary than it sounds. Get ready to become a legitimate business owner without the panic attack.

Part 2 of 6 on small business entrepreneurship

Is your idea brilliant or are you just really into it? Time for a reality check! Learn how to validate your business idea using free tools like the Business Model Canvas. We're ditching 40-page business plans for one-page strategy that actually works. Let's test that idea!

Part 1 of 6 on small business entrepreneurship

Got a business idea that won't leave you alone? Welcome to your roadmap! Over six weeks, we're breaking down Washington State's free StartUP 365 resources to take you from daydream to launch. No MBA required, just real talk about turning your wine-fueled dream into an actual business.

StartUp Washington offers 27 creative ways to fund your business—from crowdfunding to angel investors. Woman of Wonder highlights microloans, grants, and financial education tailored for women, rural entrepreneurs, and gig workers. Free tools and real-life success stories show how smart funding fuels lasting impact.

Washington’s entrepreneurial spirit is thriving, and Woman of Wonder is helping lead the charge by connecting entrepreneurs and small business owners—especially women—with state tools, workshops, and business fairs to ignite inclusive growth and economic empowerment.