Entrepreneurial Mindset – Women Founders’ Advice - Part 52

Women Story
Sep 2
2 min read

Updated: 5 days ago

In the Entrepreneurial Mindset Series, we feature 10 dynamic women founders who share lessons on passion, resilience, and courage. Their insights remind us that success is not about avoiding challenges—it’s about embracing risks, believing in yourself, and turning obstacles into opportunities.

Featured Women Founders

Himani Joshi – Enthusiasm Drives Success
Rietu Bhatia – Self-Reliance and Belief
Namita Banka – Aim Big with Courage
Stephanie Gillin – Embrace Challenges and Risks
Ashley Chang – Follow Your Passion, Ignore Naysayers
Sonal Pansari – Confidence and Self-Belief
Smriti Bhatia – Passion and Continuous Growth
Yogita M. Deshpande – Believe in Yourself and Embrace Challenges
Michelle de Lange – Guidance on Entrepreneurial Success
Maria Rodriguez – Believe in Yourself and Your Vision

Himani Joshi – Enthusiasm Drives Success

Founder – Eduhive Solutions Pvt. Ltd. | LinkedIn

Be value driven.

Rietu Bhatia – Self-Reliance and Belief

Founder – Astrology

Always be self-dependent.

Namita Banka – Aim Big with Courage

Founder – Banka Bioloo Limited

Don’t aim to be just successful—aim to be valuable.

Stephanie Gillin – Embrace Challenges and Risks

Founder – Grande Decor, Inc

Go for it. Ask yourself, “When I’m 80, will I regret taking this risk?” You will never regret trying, even if you fail—but you’ll always regret the “what if.”

Ashley Chang – Follow Your Passion, Ignore Naysayers

Founder – Sundays

The hardest part is just getting started. Plans are easy—execution is what matters. Put it out into the world and see if people want what you’re building.

Sonal Pansari – Confidence and Self-Belief

Founder – DoneThing

Her Advice:

Believe in yourself—confidence is key.
Trust your vision and don’t let doubt hold you back.
Obstacles are part of the journey. Learn, adapt, and persist.

Smriti Bhatia – Passion and Continuous Growth

Founder – Smriti’s ChocoHouse

“Success is a constant journey, not a one-time goal. Dig, dive, devote. Learn, fall, get up. Breathe, enjoy, love. Give, forgive, be grateful. Entrepreneurs are not born—they grow with every challenge.”

Yogita M. Deshpande – Believe in Yourself and Embrace Challenges

Founder – CRAFTINDIKA

Surround yourself with a strong support network. Stay open to learning, adapt when necessary, but never lose sight of your goals. Believe in your strength, take risks, and keep pushing forward—you are capable of amazing things.

Michelle de Lange – Guidance on Entrepreneurial Success

Founder – Miingle (Pty) Ltd

Her 10 Principles:

Believe in yourself.
Build strong networks.
Stay open to learning.
Set clear goals.
Be resilient.
Seek feedback.
Prioritize work-life balance.
Leverage technology.
Advocate for yourself.
Support other women.

Maria Rodriguez – Believe in Yourself and Your Vision

Founder – Care Counseling Center

Her Guidance:

Own your power and silence imposter syndrome.
Keep learning and be willing to pivot.
Build a strong support system.
Take up space—demand your worth.
Turn challenges into strengths.
Achieve financial independence.
Prioritize what matters most.
Lift others as you climb.

✨ “You are not just a woman in business—you are a force to be reckoned with. Dream big, stay resilient, and if you’re not given a seat at the table, build your own.”