Girl-Preneurs and the Moms They Model

My daughter is eleven years old and was recently intrigued by the idea of entrepreneurship after watching Kimora Lee Simmons' on Life in the Fab Lane. We have been talking about starting an online business over the past few days and why my daughter wanted to start her own company. To my surprise I found that her reason is not just to make money.

The main reason she gave me was to use her love for art to do the work that she enjoys. As I sat stunned at the wisdom that came from such a young spirit, I realized that she had been attentively observing the many women entrepreneurs in her life. These women business owners have left a positive impression that she will carry with her for a lifetime. Like my daughter, I agree that owning a business is rewarding. For me, there are several highlights of being a work-at-home mom. One of the best parts is allowing my daughter to take a role in my business. No matter how large or small her assignment may seem, it is giving her a glimpse into my world. The lessons she learns, as I have now seen, are invaluable.

Another aspect that makes entrepreneurship a perfect fit for me is when I become an extension of companies that are run by women with young children at home. Nothing compares to seeing a woman who can cuddle an infant and feed a toddler while being coached on how to put a financial plan in place to grow her business. As a mother of four, I am proud to have learned how to build a successful home-based busienss and and continually get inspired when I see other business women in action.

Having knowledge is good but contributing what you know in a way that others can benefit and grow is important. When it all boils down to it, the greatest reward that I get from having my own business is sharing financial resources and shortcuts that help women bring additional income into their homes. And encouraging women in business to keep up the good work is the icing on the cake.

I would love to hear why you started or are thinking of starting your own business. What excites you about being a woman in business?

What inspires me about being a business owner? Children like your daughter. I am in the process of launching a new program (no this is not a pitch lol) for girls between the ages 13-20 to help them develop their natural talents and abilities and use them as guides in choosing career or college. Entrepreneurship training is part of the program. I was just tired of seeing our princesses fall prey to failing school systems and inaccurate media. I wanted to do something to encourage strength and pride. To me, knowing your strengths and using them for greater good and entrepreneurship both encourage independence and strength. I am debating on whether or not to go 501c3 route at this point and I can't wait for the program to begin!

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Angie@sparklepassion May 20, 2010 at 7:30pm

What inspires me about being a business owner? Children like your daughter. I am in the process of launching a new program (no this is not a pitch lol) for girls between the ages 13-20 to help them develop their natural talents and abilities and use them as guides in choosing career or college. Entrepreneurship training is part of the program. I was just tired of seeing our princesses fall prey to failing school systems and inaccurate media. I wanted to do something to encourage strength and pride. To me, knowing your strengths and using them for greater good and entrepreneurship both encourage independence and strength. I am debating on whether or not to go 501c3 route at this point and I can't wait for the program to begin!

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