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?
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Aside from completing college requirements and child bearing, I would surely say that starting and running a profitable venture is one of the most challenging and rewarding things that a woman could do.Why? Because it takes plenty of thought, planning, and action in order to move a vision from one stage to the next. It’s not easy but when you find your purpose and can operate in it on your own terms, then it certainly makes your efforts much more rewarding.
It doesn’t matter what stage of the game you are in as you build create your venture you are likely to come across some obstacles along the way but as long as you maintain the right attitude and equip yourself with the right resources, then you’ll be able to move from start-up to success.
Here’s a few suggestions for creating a rock solid foundation in your business:
1.Compensate for weaknesses with other’s strengths.You may have an idea for business that requires skills that you do not possess right now but don’t let that stop you. Instead of letting those things stop you in tracks, find someone who can partner with you by providing their skills, talents, or resources. As a good friend of mine once said, If life gives you lemons, turn them into grape juice and let everyone wonder how in the world you did it!
2.Unleash Your Inner Visionary.Your entrepreneurial path is filled with possibilities. Do not be afraid to dream. Think like a visionary. Keep a pad and pencil or a voice recorder handy at all times. You’ll notice strong spurts of inspiration will come to you throughout the day as you are planning, meeting with clients, or relaxing over a cup of tea. As the ideas form inside your mind take some time to write down what you want things to look like. From there you will be able to build upon them in a structured, cohesive, and strategic way.
3.Maintain a Posture of Perseverance.As you are building your company, resolve to work diligently at it every single day. Never allow people who do not understand your vision to distract you. If your idea needs work then get the advice of other business owners and experts who have experience in your industry. Be open to approach them and to ask them questions. Remember they were once in your shoes and many are willing to give back in the form of mentoring until your company gets off the ground.