Women currently make up the fastest growing number of small business owners. Hearing that, we wondered what drove these entrepreneurial ladies to leave the conventional workforce and stake out on their own. We asked female small business owners from around the world to share the catalyst that compelled them to leave their old lives behind so they could pursue their passions and live authentically. From their responses we created this book. Whether you seek motivation to start your own endeavor or just enjoy reading positive tales of feminine strength, these stories will both warm your heart and embolden your spirit. Get inspired so you can break free from what holds you back and live your life unbound Proceeds from the sale of this book will go to the non-profit organization Kiva Microfunds, based out of San Francisco, California. Kiva operates an online lending platform that facilitates loans for low-income entrepreneurs and students in 70 countries. With over 80% of Kiva's loans helping women from across the globe start their own small businesses, we felt that the mission of this organization matched well with our values and overarching theme of helping women live their lives unbound. To learn more about Kiva and to read personal stories of those helped by this microfinancing institution, please visit www.kiva.org