H&R Block’s 2024 State of Women’s Small Business Report found that women continue to face significant funding and support gaps. Despite these barriers, 94% have a positive outlook for the future. Half started their businesses as a side gig, with a desire to have flexibility and autonomy. More than half (53%) of women said tax prep and 40% said bookkeeping were their two least favorite business-related tasks. #IdeaoftheDay