In a new research study done by The Co-operative Financial Services (CFS) they found that JK Rowling is the most inspirational entrepreneurial female role-model for young women in the UK.

The Harry Potter author came out top of the survey, ahead of other respected names such as Stella McCartney and TV’s Dragon’s Den star, and successful business-woman, Deborah Meaden.

The research – inspired by International Women’s Day on 8 March – also revealed that 75% believe it is more difficult for women to get ahead in business while more than 80% felt they needed to work harder than men to get ahead.

However, more than 90% felt that positive female role-models will help to pave the way for more young women to reach their full potential.