The $10,000 Women’s Grant Closing August 31

FUNDING

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF FUNDABILITY

Funders don’t back ideas. They back behavior. In this week’s INSIDER report, I break down the psychology behind why certain founders get funded — and how to position yourself as one of them by mastering credibility, stability, momentum, and leadership identity.

By Khila James • 4 min read

FUNDING

6 Grants You Should Apply to Now to Jumpstart Your 2026 Funding Pipeline

Six time-sensitive grants with upcoming deadlines that women of color founders can apply to now to jumpstart their 2026 funding pipeline. This list includes award amounts, eligibility, and quick tips to help you submit stronger applications before the year closes.

By Khila James • 3 min read

FUNDING

Case Study: How Vanessa Bootstraps $0→$10K

This case study breaks down how Vanessa built her skincare line from $0 to $10K by starting small, selling digital first, and reinvesting every dollar.

By Khila James • 3 min read

FUNDING

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF FUNDABILITY

Funders don’t back ideas. They back behavior. In this week’s INSIDER report, I break down the psychology behind why certain founders get funded — and how to position yourself as one of them by mastering credibility, stability, momentum, and leadership identity.

By Khila James • 4 min read

MINDSET

The Greatest Rebrand of 2026: How to Use AI To Reinvent Your Life and Business

2026 is the year women of color founders stop playing small and start building with unfair advantage. This guide breaks down how to use AI to reinvent your identity, your business, and your visibility so your next era feels elevated, strategic, and impossible to ignore.

By Khila James • 5 min read

SALES

Which Platform Should You Use?: The 2025 Guide for Product + Service Founders

Choosing the right platform shouldn’t feel confusing or expensive. In this guide, I compare the top tools for product and service businesses so you can finally stop guessing and pick the platform that actually fits your brand, your budget, and your goals.

By Khila James • 3 min read

SALES

Your Pre–Black Friday Readiness Checklist

Black Friday exposes every weak spot in your business, even for seasoned founders. Here’s the exact checklist I’m using this week to prep my own systems before the rush hits.

By Khila James • 3 min read

MARKETING

Choose the Right Website Theme

The wrong theme can slow your store, limit your growth, and cost you money. Here’s the insider guide to choosing the right one.

By Khila James • 4 min read

MINDSET

The Truth About Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome isn’t a personal flaw. It’s a natural reaction to being underestimated, underfunded, and forced to build without support — here’s the truth behind it.

By Khila James • 2 min read