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10 Tips To Help You Thrive As A Female Entrepreneur

Blessing Osazuwa by Blessing Osazuwa
March 11, 2022
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It’s not easy being a female entrepreneur, but the feeling of fulfilment that comes with achieving  success in business is definitely worth the challenges.

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Here are ten tips to help you achieve success as a female entrepreneur:

1. Develop a positive mindset

There are times you’d feel like giving up because of your beliefs. Overcome the belief that being successful as a female entrepreneur is almost impossible. Hold on tight to a positive mindset and approach your business with only good thoughts. Do not give in to limiting beliefs.

2. Reach out and network with fellow female entrepreneurs 

Identify and connect with fellow entrepreneurs in your niche; this can boost your business. Attend events organized for women in business, join groups or communities of female entrepreneurs so as to stay up to date on funding for women-owned enterprises and much more.

It’s also advisable to collaborate with other businesses for product launches or mutually beneficial marketing campaigns.

3. Understand your business’ financials

If you want to run a profitable business, you have to invest in knowing the financial system applicable to your business. Understanding your business’s financials is the first step to pricing your offerings correctly, setting realistic revenue goals, and securing funding.

Figure out what your cash flow and set financial goals accordingly. There are bookkeeping and finance tracking tools that you can use to make financial management easier.

4. Dress the part

No matter your type of business, formal or not, it is important for you to wear clothes that show how confident and credibile you are. Whether you like it or not, people will always judge you and your offerings based on how you look.

5. Believe in Yourself 

Believing in yourself is the first step towards overcoming failures. It also inspires other women to become resilient in pursuing their goals.

6. Ask for help

Female entrepreneurs who aren’t scared or ashamed of asking for help will end up being successful. In business, asking for help is a wise and smart choice because time and effort can be put into other demands.

7. Be tough but approachable 

It can be difficult being a successful businesswoman in any sector because the world is yet to fully appreciate, and not judge, successful women. The achievements of women are often underestimated and minimalized. For this reason, female entrepreneurs must stay strong and tough but remain open to constructive criticism and feedback.

8. Look out for funding opportunities targeted at women

There are grants and other funding opportunities specifically to support female-owned enterprises. Apply for programs designed to take Women-led companies closer to investors and mentors as well.

9. Look for mentors and role models 

Follow the stories of successful entrepreneurs both local and international. Be open to mentorship too. Find an entrepreneur you admire, who is open to working with you, and learn from her.

10. Hold Yourself Accountable 

Set goals and know when to re-evaluate them. Own your pitfalls and your wins. Take responsibility for all of your actions.
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