In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B Hartwell engages in a compelling conversation with Anu Bhardwaj, founder of the State of Women Institute and SHEQONOMI.   Anu shares her inspiring journey, starting from a radio show to creating a multi-platform app aimed at economically empowering women worldwide. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, limited technology, and high costs, Anu’s perseverance led to the development of an innovative application now accessible in 175 countries.   Tune in to learn about SHEQONOMI’s mission to support the bottom billion people, the unique fundraising challenges, and the future plans to amplify women’s voices through podcasting and digital content. Don’t miss out on this motivating episode filled with practical wisdom, heartfelt stories, and a vision for a more inclusive world. What You Will Learn  1. How did the diverse backgrounds of the attendees at the Blockchain on the Beach event reflect the mission of Women Investing in Women and Girls? 2. What impact do you think having young cohosts on the original radio show had on its success and evolution? 3. How did the shift from a radio show to an application with a linked crypto wallet during COVID change user engagement and accessibility? 4. What are some of the unique challenges faced by Anu’s team in developing their app in a village with limited technology, and how were these overcome? 5. How important is community support, as mentioned during Anjel’s break in the podcast, in sustaining long-term projects like SHEQONOMI? 6. Discuss the concept of SHEQONOMI. How does this platform aim to empower women economically, and why is this important? 7. Anu used her daughter’s college savings to fund SHEQONOMI. What does this decision say about her commitment, and what lessons can be learned from this act of belief? 8. Despite numerous rejections, Anu’s team eventually secured significant grants. How does this tenacity reflect on the broader challenges of funding social enterprises? 9. Given the high costs of technology and connectivity, what are some ways SHEQONOMI is making its content and technology accessible to those living on less than $5 a day? 10. What insights can be drawn from Anu’s approach to investor relations and her future goals for SHEQONOMI? How important is strategic advice, like that from Harvard lawyers, in shaping the growth and direction of her projects? Connect with Anu Bhardwaj Anu Bhardwaj on LinkedIn SHEQONOMI’s Website Resources Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds by Anjel B. Hartwell Connect with Anjel B. Hartwell Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic The Wealthy Life Mentor The Wealthy Life Mentor on Facebook Listener Line (540) 402-0043 Ext. 4343  Email listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com