More women own small businesses than men, however, stereotypes that negatively impact female entrepreneurs are still going strong. Entrepreneurs -- all women -- from Maryland tell why those stereotypes are so yesterday.
Here's an excerpt:
"The American public's attitude toward female business owners hasn't changed much in recent decades, according to a new national survey, with 94 percent saying women only want to contribute to the family income and not grow a business.
But some female entrepreneurs argue the perception doesn't match reality. They say women want to develop their businesses just as much as men do, but are often the primary caregiver in the family and must make time for other priorities.
Janine DiPaula Stevens, founder of Baltimore-based Vircity, takes issue with that stereotype: "I wouldn't be in that category. ... You always want to contribute to your family, but no, I'm going to grow the business.""
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