Here are a few tips from our weekly #winnerstalk on twitter @forwardladies based on the discussion:
What advice would you give to women starting a business this year?
- @ForwardLadies have belief,take risks,be yourself, find your passion & follow it. It’s your life – you get 1, make it worth it. #womeninbiz — Dally Purewal (@DallyIdeas)
- @ForwardLadies brand and what you stand for, build relationships and networks with relevant folks, take some time out for you to reflect — Maria Salkeld (@Quirkybirdcoach)
- @forwardladies Great question! Firstly I would say, don’t be scared. It is incredibly scary, and daunting, but don’t let that stop you… — Cathi Harrison (@CathiParaSols)
- @forwardladies Also depending where in the country they are there’s some amazing support for new businesses, including hubs and mentors.. — Cathi Harrison (@CathiParaSols)
- @forwardladies Speaking to others who are going through the same thing can help so much & keep you going through the (inevitable)tough times — Cathi Harrison (@CathiParaSols)
- @forwardladies Finally, if working from home, get a plant! They actually do help stop you talking to the walls 🙂 — Cathi Harrison (@CathiParaSols)
- @ForwardLadies And most of all: work hard, set high standards, be true to yourself & believe you CAN! #winnerstalk — Julie J Allan (@JulieAllanCoach)
- @ForwardLadies find a mentor! Best thing I ever did was connect early on with someone who had no agenda other than helping my success. — Paula Jones (@PaulaGreenJones)
- @ForwardLadies Thanks for the mention! My advice is be authentic, work hard and always manage your cash flow. — Elizabeth M Ward (@ElizabethMWard1)
- @ForwardLadies hard graft, networking, promote yourself and treat people how you want to be treated yourself! — Tracy (@TracyAllison10)
- @ForwardLadies Always believe in yourself and know your worth. Ignore the jealous and unsuccessful and learn from the best 🙂 #winnerstalk — Marcia Clarke (@AtYourServiceLS)
- @ForwardLadies stay focussed on your purpose and plan in regular time for reflection. — Larna Campbell (@LarnaCampbell)
- @ForwardLadies don’t give up on your vision. Slow is fast/it takes time to build a reputable business. Be in it 4 the long game & self care. — Karen Heras-Kelly (@KarenHerasKelly)
- @ForwardLadies Work backwards from ur goal so u know every step of journey b4 u take it, stay focussed & know ur weak spots for expert help! — Tilly Brown (@TruestarTools)