Our 2026 Big Sis Award celebration left me overwhelmed with gratitude. We celebrated our Top Ten nominees, presented monetary awards and shared an evening made possible by our generous sponsor, volunteers and donors. SheAchieves is becoming the community our founding members envisioned, with so much to build on in the year ahead.

Overcommitment isn't a personal flaw. For women entrepreneurs, the pressure to say yes can make setting boundaries feel risky. Dr. K explores why we take on too much and shares practical ways to prioritize what matters, say no with compassion, and protect your time, energy, and wellbeing.

When mothers told Diane Palacios, “No one talks about this,” she listened. Through Palacios Crew Counseling and Palacios Pathways, she helps women find care and credible information through pregnancy, postpartum and loss. Meet the Arizona entrepreneur building her businesses around work that matters deeply, while balancing access to care and time with her family.

Strong leaders do not lead alone. They build communities where support moves in both directions. Your ability to carry responsibility is a strength. Knowing when to let someone help you carry it is a strength, too.

Your business should not depend on how confident you feel that day. From pricing and launching to cash flow and delegation, simple rules and practices can help you make better decisions and keep moving forward. Here are seven practical ways to turn hesitation into action and build a business that knows what to do next.

A plain-English guide for women starting a food-based business in Arizona