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Why Engaging Business Problems Is Essential for Female Entrepreneurs
If we are going to be part of the solution, we have to engage the problems. — Majora Carter, real estate developer and urban revitalization strategist In the world of business, especially for women carving out their own paths, it’s tempting to focus only on the...
Consistency Builds Success
Success doesn’t come from what you do occasionally. It comes from what you do consistently. — Marie Forleo The Myth of the Breakthrough Moment When we think of business breakthroughs, it’s easy to imagine them as a single lightning-bolt moment. This could be a big...
Why Entrepreneurs Need a Business Coach
"No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main." - John Donne The Pressure Entrepreneurs Feel to Do Everything Alone We strongly believe that all entrepreneurs need a business coach. However, there’s a belief that...
Decision-Making and Leading With Impact
“Recognize that what you do is more important than what you say. People ultimately judge you more based on your actions than on your words.” - Jill Granoff, CEO of Eurazeo For women entrepreneurs, leadership is not just about vision, it’s also about embodiment. When...
Building a Brand That Tells Your Story
Building a brand means knowing your story and building and sharing that story. ~ Tamara McCleary, Founder and CEO of Thulium, LLC Every successful brand begins with a story -- your story. As Tamara McCleary reminds us, branding isn’t just about logos, colours, or...
Success Is What You Learn Along the Way
Success isn’t about the end result, it’s about what you learn along the way. – Vera Wang In business, and in life, it’s easy to fixate on the finish line. Maybe it’s the revenue goal you’ve set for your business, the product launch you’re preparing for, the dream...
Embracing Continuous Learning for Small Business Growth
The most successful women entrepreneurs know the importance of growth as business leaders. This growth comes from not only curiosity, but also adaptability, and a willingness to keep learning. Why Continuous Learning Matters The business landscape changes quickly. ...
Why Smart Leaders Embrace Failure
“My best successes came on the heels of failures.” — Barbara Corcoran, Real Estate Icon & Shark Tank Star If you’ve ever launched a new product, pitched a big client, or rolled out a fresh idea, only to watch it flop, you’re in good company. American business...
Balance Is Something You Create: What That Really Means for Women Entrepreneurs
Balance is not something you find; it’s something you create. – Jana Kingsford, writer As we settle into the summer months, this month’s quote seems especially timely. For female business owners, finding balance can seem like an impossible ideal. Not only are you...
How to Spot Opportunities to Evolve Your Business
In a recent newsletter we shared the following quote: To stay ahead, you must have your next idea waiting in the wings. ~ Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Harvard professor and leadership expert We love this quote because it’s a powerful reminder that success in business isn’t...