Entrepreneurial Mindset – Women Founders’ Advice - Part 67

In the Entrepreneurial Mindset Series, we feature the insights of 10 women founders who share lessons on starting before you feel completely ready, believing in your abilities, and staying consistent through uncertainty and challenges. Their advice also highlights continuous learning, building strong networks, developing professional skills, taking calculated risks, maintaining integrity, and combining passion with practical business discipline.

Featured Women Founders

• Bhawna Garg  My advice to aspiring women entrepreneurs is simple: start before you feel completely ready and learn along the way.

• Sheifali Aggarwal  Stay there.

• Akshaya Shivram  Believe in your ideas and don’t be afraid to start small.

• Rachana Mane  Many women wait until everything is perfect, but entrepreneurship is about learning along the way.

• Ravhiinaa Nakate  Believe in yourself and dream , today you can learn and grow as we have lot of guidance available but you need to believe in your vision.

• Monica Vivek Bansal  Trust your abilities and do not let self-doubt stop you.

• Preeti Dharwadkar  My advice to aspiring women entrepreneurs is to believe in your vision and start with confidence, even if the journey feels uncertain in the beginning.

• Ar.Aditya Sree Jayakumar  Be consistent and fearlessly energetic.

• Vidya Suresh  One of my best advice is, do what you can and the universe shall give you the best for you.

• MANJUSHA BHAGAVATHI  For women who are starting their entrepreneurial journey, the most important advice is to follow your passion while developing strong professional skills.

  
  

Bhawna Garg – My advice to aspiring women entrepreneurs is simple: start before you feel completely ready and learn along the way.

Company– Ambiraj Consulting Pvt Ltd

Website: ambirajconsulting.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ambiraj-consulting/

Advice

My advice to aspiring women entrepreneurs is simple: start before you feel completely ready and learn along the way.

Entrepreneurship will always come with uncertainty, but confidence grows through action. Build strong networks, seek mentors, and never hesitate to ask for help or guidance. Surround yourself with people who believe in your vision.

Most importantly, do not underestimate your ability to lead and create impact. When women step into leadership with clarity and courage, they not only build successful businesses but also open doors for many others.

Sheifali Aggarwal – Stay there.

Company– AGA:SHE - A Design Storistry

Website: https://www.instagram.com/studioagashe

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheifali141292?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Advice

Stay there. Don’t listen to the noise around you doubting you. You need to believe in yourself and it’ll happen. Universe is bound to bow to you at your perseverance and will power.

Akshaya Shivram – Believe in your ideas and don’t be afraid to start small.

Company– Zywin Media

Website: www.zywinmedia.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/s-akshaya-shivram-009365167/

Advice

Believe in your ideas and don’t be afraid to start small. Focus on continuous learning, building strong networks, and staying consistent even during challenges. Confidence, resilience, and the willingness to take risks are key to growing as a successful woman entrepreneur.

Rachana Mane – Many women wait until everything is perfect, but entrepreneurship is about learning along the way.

Company– Design2AM LLP

Website: https://design2am.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/107614931/admin/dashboard/

Advice

Many women wait until everything is perfect, but entrepreneurship is about learning along the way. Believe in your ideas, take that first step, and don’t be afraid to ask questions or seek help.

Ravhiinaa Nakate – Believe in yourself and dream , today you can learn and grow as we have lot of guidance available but you need to believe in your vision.

Company– Wrap A Wish- Gift Studio

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravhiinaa-nakate-5395a4250?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios

Advice

Believe in yourself and dream , today you can learn and grow as we have lot of guidance available but you need to believe in your vision.

Monica Vivek Bansal – Trust your abilities and do not let self-doubt stop you.

Company– Aaristo Consulting & Training

Website: www.aaristo.com

LinkedIn: Monica Basal

Advice

Trust your abilities and do not let self-doubt stop you. Women often underestimate themselves, but when you believe in your value and show up confidently, opportunities start opening up.

Preeti Dharwadkar – My advice to aspiring women entrepreneurs is to believe in your vision and start with confidence, even if the journey feels uncertain in the beginning.

Company– Customprintz

Website: www.customprintz.in

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadwithpreetidharwadkar?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app

Advice

My advice to aspiring women entrepreneurs is to believe in your vision and start with confidence, even if the journey feels uncertain in the beginning. Be willing to learn every aspect of your business, stay consistent, and face challenges with courage and patience.

Always remain ethical and true to yourself. Build your business with honesty, integrity, and respect for people.

Never compromise your values or succeed at the cost of unfair practices. Trust is one of the most powerful assets any entrepreneur can build.

Focus on creating genuine relationships, keep learning, and continuously improve your work. When you combine resilience, integrity, and dedication, even a small idea can grow into a meaningful and successful venture.

Ar.Aditya Sree Jayakumar – Be consistent and fearlessly energetic.

Company– Pangean Architects

Website: www.pangeanarchitects@gmail.vom

LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/_.pangean_architects._?igsh=aGt1bzNlMnR5Znox&utm_source=qr

Advice

Be consistent and fearlessly energetic. Own the room regardless of judgement.

Vidya Suresh – One of my best advice is, do what you can and the universe shall give you the best for you.

Company– K NATESA IYER AND CO

Advice

One of my best advice is, do what you can and the universe shall give you the best for you. Believe in yourself no matter what and invest in yourself and do what you love.

MANJUSHA BHAGAVATHI – For women who are starting their entrepreneurial journey, the most important advice is to follow your passion while developing strong professional skills.

Company– ADD ON INTERNATIONAL

Website: www.addoninternational.org

LinkedIn: manjushabn

Advice

For women who are starting their entrepreneurial journey, the most important advice is to follow your passion while developing strong professional skills. Passion gives you the motivation to start a business, but success also requires discipline, planning, and continuous learning.

First, believe in your ideas and abilities. Many women hesitate to step into leadership roles, but confidence is essential in building a successful venture. Trust your vision and be willing to take calculated risks.

Second, balance passion with professionalism. While passion drives creativity and innovation, professional practices such as proper planning, financial management, and strategic decision-making are what sustain a business in the long run.

Third, embrace challenges and learn from failure. Every business journey includes obstacles. Treat these experiences as opportunities to grow stronger, more resilient, and more capable as a leader.

Finally, build supportive networks and seek mentorship. Surrounding yourself with people who encourage and guide you can make a significant difference in navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.

In summary, aspiring women founders should combine passion with professionalism, remain resilient in the face of challenges, and continuously develop their skills and networks to build successful and sustainable businesses.