The truth about women in business (and what we really need)

Let’s be honest, entrepreneurship doesn’t come with a handbook.

And as women, we often face a whole extra layer of challenges: navigating male-dominated spaces, feeling like we can’t ask the “obvious” questions, or second-guessing ourselves when things get hard.

That’s why I’m so excited to share this week’s episode of This Mother Means Business with you. I sat down with Chris McMartin, the National Business Banking Lead at the Scotiabank Women Initiative, for a conversation that I know will resonate.

We talked about:

💸 The confidence gap so many women face when it comes to money

🤝 Why mentorship and community are non-negotiables

🎤 How to show up authentically in leadership (even when it feels hard)

💼 What real support for women entrepreneurs actually looks like

Chris is doing incredible work helping women get access to capital, education, and a seat at the table—and her wisdom in this conversation? So good.