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Kiran Meena - Risk-Taking and Hiring Right People
Jacqueline Ann DeStefano-Tangorra - Embrace Pivots and Leverage Skills
Dr. Helen J. Wang - Innovation and Collaboration
Anita Bradbury - Be the Best, Innovate More
Malti Lakhani - Trust Yourself and Innovate
Couallier Charlotte - Know Your Product, Dare
Kathryn Cross - Vlog Your Journey for Growth
Michelle Gomes - Tap into Compassion in Decision-Making
Lindsey McCoy - Solve Problems with Persistence
Sarah Fowler - Progress Over Perfection
Risk-Taking and Hiring Right People
Be willing to take risks. Think big and act fast, as market is very dynamic these days. Longer you will take to execute, the harder it will be to implement and accomplish. Also Hiring right kind of people is very important
Kiran Meena, Founder, RHA Technologies Private Limited
Embrace Pivots and Leverage Skills
As an entrepreneur, you have to be quick on your feet. I’ve pivoted twice in my career. My first pivot was getting my CPA license and then pursuing a career in technology after five years of doing financial accounting. I saw the value in getting a tech education because I recognized that. My second pivot occurred after I started my business, learning Generative AI, bringing it in as a strategic offering after upskilling tremendously (Open AI APIs, ChatGPT use cases, prompt engineering, etc). And platforms like Upwork have enabled me to have the confidence and support needed to pivot successfully because I was able to win work in the marketplace that allowed me to grow and develop skills relevant to the career path I wanted to pursue. Upwork allowed me to start building my brand and client roster. I encourage aspiring entrepreneurs to see the current world they are in and envision the world they want to live in. In between those two worlds, you need to identify what your transferable skills are and how you can leverage those to make a subtle leap. When I was an accountant, I mastered the art of data cleanup. And in business intelligence, data quality is an extremely important part of building solutions for clients. So, this was a skill I developed in another world that benefited me in the world I chose to pursue my career as an entrepreneur.
Jacqueline Ann DeStefano-Tangorra, Founder, Omni Bi Solutions
Innovation and Collaboration
Helen Wang, the founder of 6crickets, embodies the qualities of a visionary thinker, innovative computer scientist, and valued collaborator. Her journey as an entrepreneur offers valuable insights for young women aspiring to tread a similar path or already navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. Helen's knack for thinking outside the box and tackling complex problems highlights the importance of creativity and innovation in entrepreneurship. It's essential for young women to embrace their unique perspectives and challenge conventional wisdom without fear. Moreover, Helen's background in computer science underscores the significance of acquiring technical skills and staying updated on technological advancements. In today's digital landscape, proficiency in technology can empower entrepreneurs to develop and scale innovative solutions. Additionally, Helen's emphasis on collaboration emphasizes the value of forging strong networks and partnerships. Entrepreneurs, especially women, should actively seek mentors, allies, and support networks to provide guidance, advice, and growth opportunities. Above all, Helen's success with 6crickets reminds us of the indispensable traits of resilience and perseverance in entrepreneurship. While the entrepreneurial journey may be riddled with challenges and setbacks, it's crucial to remain resilient in the face of adversity and glean lessons from failures. To young women aspiring to be entrepreneurs or already pursuing their dreams, my advice would be to nurture their creativity, hone their technical skills, prioritize collaboration, and maintain resilience in their pursuit of goals. Helen Wang's story epitomizes the transformative power of vision, innovation, and tenacity in achieving entrepreneurial success.
Dr. Helen J. Wang, Founder, 6crickets
Be the Best, Innovate More
Whatever you are doing, be the best at it and innovate on how to be better. If today you are working as a waitress, be the best waitress that ever was a waitress. If today your job is to take out the trash, be the best at taking out the trash. Once you are the best, think of ways to be even better. Think of ways you could accomplish this task with better outcomes and more efficiency. Your own mindset is something no one else can teach you, but it essential in being an entrepreneur.
Anita Bradbury, Founder, Simply Solar LLC
Trust Yourself and Innovate
Malti Lakhani says that if it's not a struggle, it cannot be entrepreneurship. And, to be an entrepreneur one needs to trust. When you begin, all you need is to TRUST in yourself. Trust leads to a persevering approach. That means never giving up. Keep innovating ways to reach your dream. If 100 ways fail, There aren’t 100 failed ideas. They are all new ways that did not work in a particular case. They could be used by someone else. Hence, you document your failures to not repeat them for the world will document your success.
Malti Lakhani, Founder, Kaizen Institute of Training Excellence
Know Your Product, Dare
Not doubting oneself entails knowing one's product, pitch, inside out, and therefore daring, always daring.
Couallier Charlotte, Founder, Dattak
Vlog Your Journey for Growth
Vlog everything and post it on YouTube - be shameless and show the world what it’s like to attend a historically women’s college. Building an audience to any degree cultivates business and especially marketing and growth skills, and exposure to any degree can teach you more about the world and how to connect with it.
Kathryn Cross, PhD, LMFT, Founder, Anja Health
Tap into Compassion in Decision-Making
I believe one of our strengths as women comes from being able to easily tap into heartspace when tempering logical and factual-based decision-making, meaning that we're able to be naturally compassionate and nurturing in the decision-making processes, and my advice would be to lean into that, instead of trying to follow old leadership and decision making models, as that often underpins innovation and fosters new opportunities for connections and business growth.
Michelle Gomes, Founder, Evaheld
Solve Problems with Persistence
Persistence and curiosity. Most of the companies that are offering truly innovative and effective solutions to the problems we face are led by women. I believe women are excellent problem solvers, which the world needs more than ever. Be curious about problems no one else is interested in fixing, and be persistent when you find a solution that "experts" say won't work.
Lindsey McCoy, Founder, Plaine Products
Progress Over Perfection
Just go for it! If you're not happy with your first attempt you are just like the rest of us! Don't wait for perfection, progression and consistency in attempting your goals will get you there. I am still learning and always will be (I hope) because learning means you are taking on new challenges and opening new doors. I don't always know what's on the other side but I know that what I am attempting is fruitful for me because I enjoy what I do. Walk through every door that opens, let the ones that stay shut remain. You will find a path and in the journey you will be happiest than the one who never even tried. Trust me, the time will pass anyway!
Sarah Fowler, Founder, Vibe Mushrooms Inc
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