40+ Statistics on Women and Money

61% of American women would rather discuss their own death than talk about money.

Did you know that women-founded startups generate $0.78, while male-founded startups generate only $0.31 for every dollar of venture capital funding received?

Here at Fromgirltogirl.com, we share inspiring information for women of all ages. We hope and our audience would appreciate this visual detailing fascinating statistics about women and money.  Including:

  • Gender Wage Gap
  • Data on women’s confidence in managing finances
  • Basic strategies to achieve financial independence.

When considering financial strategies, break up your goals into three time-based concepts:

  • Long-term goals = more than 10 years
  • Mid-term goals = between three to 10 years
  • Short-term goals = less than three years

Here are some of the easiest ways women can build wealth:

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , 57.4% of all American women participate in the labor force. There have been some improvements in gender equality in the workplace, but there is still much work to be done.

61% of women in the workforce would prefer getting a  pay increase over additional time off.

90% of global companies have at least one woman in a senior management role as of 2021.

19 companies around the world have successfully closed their gender pay gap, including the U.S.-based companies Dow and National Instruments.

In 2021, women of color received management promotions at the same rate as all women total for the first time in recorded history.

Nielsen Holdings is the highest-ranked American company on the list of world’s leading companies for gender equality, coming in fifth globally.

61% of women in the workforce would prefer getting a pay increase over additional time off. Only 6.5% of American women work full-time in male-dominated occupations.

Achieving equity in the workplace can lead to increased opportunities for leadership positions, decision-making power and financial freedom for women. Let it be.

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Female Founders: Tips to Navigate Raising Venture Capital + Entrepreneurship

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For female entrepreneurs, it’s no secret that raising money to build a business is tough. Often, being a woman in a male-dominated industry is an uphill battle. However, women everywhere are breaking barriers to prove they deserve equal opportunity and funding just as any other founder. 

Beyond learning to say no to the wrong opportunities, funding your startup or new business is crucial for growth. Whether the money comes from friends and family or a venture capital firm, access to capital isn’t created equal. Less than 10 percent of decision-makers at VC firms are women. Not only is the VC gender gap wide, but so are the deal stages and investments. Only about 3 percent of funding across the nation is put towards female-led companies. 

However, women aren’t letting this stop their passion or mission. There are many well-known female-led venture capital firms to look for. Some include Female Founders Fund, BBG Ventures, and Halogen Ventures to name a few.

For in-depth data and additional information on how to navigate this tough industry, check out Embroker’s guide all about female founders in venture capital. It covers leading metro areas for female-founded startups, how the data trends compare to mixed-gender companies, and specific VC firms that should be on your radar, and the value of investing in female-led startups.

As a female entrepreneur, there’s power in numbers. Seek mentorship, advice, or insights from other female founders who have gone through similar milestones. Everything from networking in your industry and building an ecosystem of support to breaking down your financials early on is important to reach success and achieve your mission. 

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