I cried when I heard the news that Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez won her primary race.

When you turn down dinner with Amal Clooney’s husband.

Every entrepreneur is different and unique, as is each one of their businesses and the respective challenges they tackle. That said, with all the nuances of each entrepreneur’s goals, styles and needs, here are the top four truths that I’ve observed as universal to the entrepreneurial experience

Ladies Get Paid was sued by a group of men who claimed gender discrimination. We need to crowdfund to stay in business.

I’ve always loved interviewing. Despite the nerves that happen when you have to perform, I genuinely enjoy talking about my accomplishments and why I’m awesome 😉

Jackie Miller taught us to be effective communicators by making eye contact, watching for our posture, getting rid of fillers, and using our voice with confidence.

We chatted candidly with four local Burlington ladies brave enough to share stories from the trenches—as well as to share the methods they used to pull themselves (and others) up toward a happier, more balanced life.

Warning: this may be depressing. But I promise, it get’s better.