Google “tips for women” and look up what you can find. You’ll see page after page of fashion, dating, and weight loss suggestions. There’s no reason not to Zumba to shed some pounds or even to catch the eye of your personal Peeta Mellark. If you’re similar to the women of the Content Factory, you most likely have bigger expectations.
There are many options to start your own company, for example, or to change your existing business into a global success. Recently, we polled female entrepreneurs to provide details of their accomplishments. If you’re looking to join the ranks of successful women entrepreneurs, check out these guidelines below for a successful business.
1. Donate your skills
“Advertising is expensive,” Catherine Fiehn, a professional photographer, “but the easiest way to get good PR is by donating your services a few times a year to a charity.” At Halloween, Catherine invites kids from the area to take low-cost photos, and the money is later given to charities. Because it’s a charitable event, newspapers run advertisements for free.
The result? A surge of new customers as well as a handful of people who are new to the site to the first time. We recently went to a RAINN event as well as performed pro-bono PR for The Dress for Successful Pittsburgh. We are not just happy by supporting great organizations; however, we’ve also made several new contacts through this. Check out this incredible professional image that we received without cost to participate in the RAINN fundraising event and was organised with the help of Front Row Monthly.
2. We thank God for the blessings you’ve received
Sharon Armstrong is an author who owns her own consulting business. “I’ve had my own business since 2000,” she declares. “My top tip for success is to be sure to thank the people who have helped you expand your business. Never forget! Also, thank people in a way that is personal If you can.”
3. Move forward
Thursday Bram, who is the founder of Hyper Modern Consulting, a consultancy company, says, “Remember that success is always at hand. Whatever you face, there’s always an opportunity to overcome it, transform a challenge into an opportunity, or breathe deeply and push through. It’s not to suggest that if something doesn’t work, you should continue to bang your head against your problem, yet you should and should keep moving forward.”
4. Pipe up and make an announcement
Marketing expert and co-founder of The Idea is in Jyoti Peswani, who is focused in getting the name of your business recognized. “Don’t be afraid of self-promotion in the social media era,” she suggests. If you’re not certain about the risk of kicking your self-promotional gimmick, ensure you balance that out by offering something to your fans. According to her, there is a way to reward your followers.
5. Your social skills can help you make a difference
Janice Costa, founder of Canine Camp Getaway of NY she states, “Do everything you can to foster a sense community within your clients. This could be through the creation of a joint charity or the establishment of a Facebook page or newsletter or even engaging them in aspect of your business.” The concept behind contests is an excellent method of engaging customers. “Building an online community of clients can provide benefits that go beyond what you’re selling,” she states. “It also makes business a lot more fun!”
6. Have a bigger goal
Jamie Yahne owns Glitzee Glee, an online dinnerware store. Jamie believes it not a bad idea to ask questions or to try your best to get something you really want to own. To be noticed or establish relationships, she suggests, “you should reach out and take advantage of any chance that comes your way. A majority of the marketing opportunities I’ve had as well as the business relationships I’ve established were when I didn’t believe I had a shot but I contacted them regardless.”
7. Create a plan
Follow through with your plan according to Stephanie Di Biase, owner of Ways & Means, Inc. Then, no one else will. “If you’re too flexible, open and inflexible, you’re more like vendor rather than an advocate for your clients and will find yourself working all week. Set up a schedule to ensure that you’re granted a specific time frame in “unavailable” period of time. People will be more respectful of you when you respect your limits.”
8. Let employees grow
Lily Liu is the founder and director at PublicStuff. She believes in creating an environment that allows employees to feel that they “own their work.” This way they become experts in their field of expertise and driven to be successful every day. She says: “I strongly believe that truly engaged employees will go above and beyond their duties and produce better work, because they know how important their role is to the company.”
9. Every conversation must be recorded
April Harter, owner of WordPop Public Relations believes that every business relationship is vital both on and offline. “If you’re going to take the time to attend networking events or set up a LinkedIn profile,” April suggests, “follow up with those who you have met. If you are able to stay in contact and keep in touch with people you meet, then you’ll create more connections that will be meaningful.”
10. Join an active business group
Everybody “join” business groups, according to Julie Legrand, founder and president of Off The Ground, but sometimes it’s just a empty gesture. Julie thinks that when you’re involved within your group “by attending conferences, participating in discussion boards and volunteering for committees, more people will know who you are.” In her experience, those who are involved will donate their time to help. “Great national women’s groups to get involved in include ‘Make Mine a $Million,’ NAWBO, WLE and WEBENC.”
Here you go: Ten suggestions from women business owners and female entrepreneurs who have helped you on the path to making it a success as a expert yourself. Do you have any secrets that weren’t mentioned within this piece? Let us know your secrets to successful life in comments down below.
