as in fences
a physical object that blocks the way
there was a big barrier plastered with signs saying "Keep Out" around the trash compactor
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Recent Examples of barriers
Unfortunately, there are currently various barriers for women to achieve a successful exit in their business.
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Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This is particularly concerning for seniors and patients in rural areas, who already face barriers to accessing timely treatment for conditions like diabetic retinopathy or glaucoma.
—Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
Likewise, Medicaid will in all likelihood face budgetary cutbacks and efforts to erect barriers to eligibility that could downsize the program.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
However, Black entrepreneurs face challenges beyond the typical barriers of starting and growing a business.
—Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
These barriers include consumer discrimination and disparities in access to capital, which significantly impact their ability to grow and sustain profitable businesses.
—Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Networking and mentorship Women often face barriers to accessing influential networks that are critical for business growth and fruitful business exits.
—Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Addressing Consumer-Side Barriers So, what can be done to tackle the demand-side barriers that Black entrepreneurs face?
—Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In my opinion, here are the three main barriers to importing agile into the public sector.
—Greg Orme, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This is particularly concerning for seniors and patients in rural areas, who already face barriers to accessing timely treatment for conditions like diabetic retinopathy or glaucoma.
—Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
Likewise, Medicaid will in all likelihood face budgetary cutbacks and efforts to erect barriers to eligibility that could downsize the program.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
However, Black entrepreneurs face challenges beyond the typical barriers of starting and growing a business.
—Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
These barriers include consumer discrimination and disparities in access to capital, which significantly impact their ability to grow and sustain profitable businesses.
—Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Networking and mentorship Women often face barriers to accessing influential networks that are critical for business growth and fruitful business exits.
—Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Addressing Consumer-Side Barriers So, what can be done to tackle the demand-side barriers that Black entrepreneurs face?
—Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In my opinion, here are the three main barriers to importing agile into the public sector.
—Greg Orme, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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