Learning from Failure– Advice – Part 3

·         Kathryn Byberg - Learn from Mistakes and Adapt

·         Deepika Dave - Embrace Failure and Learn Continuously

·         Vanessa Domingues Prata - Keep Studying and Overcome Obstacles

·         Vaishali Pai - Embrace Mistakes and Learn

·         Amanda Ferrari & Becky Guth - Embrace Mistakes and Learn

·         Caroline Castrillon - Embrace Risks and Learn

·         Amanda Kay Lipp` - Failure as Learning Opportunity

·         Ashley Kalar-Miller - Embrace Imperfection

·         Laura M Bonner  - Embrace Failure as Learning

·         Nicole Sweeney - Embrace Learning and Stay Persistent

Learn from Mistakes and Adapt

Don’t give up! Every mistake is a learning experience, and you can use this knowledge as a powerful tool to overcome potential pitfalls. Be open to adapting, if something doesn’t work don’t be afraid to change things.

Kathryn Byberg, Founder, Little Leaf Agency

Embrace Failure and Learn Continuously

Absolutely! For young women aspiring to be entrepreneurs or already navigating the entrepreneurial journey, here are some valuable pieces of advice:

1. Believe in Yourself: The most important asset you have as an entrepreneur is your self-belief. Trust in your abilities, your vision, and your capacity to overcome challenges. Recognize your worth and the unique perspective you bring to the table. Confidence in yourself will inspire confidence in others, whether it's your team, investors, or customers.

2. Embrace Failure as a Learning Opportunity: Failure is an inevitable part of the entrepreneurial journey, but it's also a powerful teacher. Don't let setbacks discourage you; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and learning. Every failure brings valuable insights that can help you refine your approach and move closer to success. Remember, some of the most successful entrepreneurs have faced numerous failures before achieving greatness.

3. Be Resilient and Persistent: Success rarely comes overnight, and the entrepreneurial journey is often fraught with obstacles and setbacks. Develop resilience and persistence to weather the inevitable challenges and keep moving forward in pursuit of your goals. Stay focused on your vision, adapt to changing circumstances, and persevere in the face of adversity.

4. Continuously Learn and Evolve: The business landscape is constantly evolving, and successful entrepreneurs are those who embrace change and continuously seek knowledge and innovation. Commit yourself to lifelong learning, whether it's through formal education, mentorship, industry events, or self-directed study. Stay curious, open-minded, and adaptable to stay ahead of the curve.

5. Celebrate Your Achievements: In the hustle of entrepreneurship, it's easy to overlook your accomplishments and focus solely on the next challenge. Take time to celebrate your wins, no matter how small. Acknowledge your achievements, express gratitude for the progress you've made, and use these moments of celebration to fuel your motivation and momentum.Ultimately, remember that entrepreneurship is a journey filled with ups and downs, but it's also incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. Stay true to yourself, follow your passion, and never underestimate the impact you can make as a woman entrepreneur. You have the power to shape your own destiny and create a legacy that inspires others for generations to come.

Deepika Dave, Founder, Softwave

Keep Studying and Overcome Obstacles

Keep on studying, as knowledge is essential for running a business and things change continuously (now for example it's important to start studying about AI tools!) and be surrounded by diverse people, so you can learn from different realities, perspectives and backgrounds. And, most importantly, don't give up when you face obstacles, as they will definitely come but real entrepreneus overcome them all!

Vanessa Domingues Prata, Founder, ponteAponte

Embrace Mistakes and Learn

If you are sure about your product, take a leap, your feet will find the ground. Don't be afraid of mistakes, errors of judgement, these can be great learning experiences. Theory classes in colleges are just a base, the real fun is when you start working. Never give up.

Vaishali Pai, Founder, Tamahar Trust

Embrace Mistakes and Learn

Never give up and believe in yourself. Learn from mistakes made (and it's ok to make mistakes, we're all human!)

Amanda Ferrari & Becky Guth, Founder, We Are PR

Embrace Risks and Learn

There are no failures, only learning experiences. So get out of your comfort zone, listen to your intuition and take risks--especially when you are young and without the added pressures you might have when you're in your thirties and beyond. Surround yourself with people who fill you with energy and believe in you more than you believe in yourself. Most importantly, don't give up!

Caroline Castrillon, Founder, Corporate Escape Artist

Failure as Learning Opportunity

Embrace the learning process. Entrepreneurship requires a growth mindset and resilience. Don't be afraid of failing, because failing is simply learning. F.A.I.L stands for "First Attempt In Learning".

Amanda Kay Lipp, Founder, The Giving Gallery

Embrace Imperfection

Take messy action - I live by this as a recovering people please and perfectionist. Done is better than perfect.. post the story, pursue the idea, make changes because failure is just education. Yes it is hard to fail but you learn so much on your journey!

Ashley Kalar-Miller, Founder, Transaction Exchange

Embrace Failure as Learning

FAIL stands for first attempt in learning. Never give up, remember your worth and always keep your passion burning, even during the bad days be thankful.

Laura M Bonner, RDN, LD, CIMHP, Founder, The Muff Liquor Company

Embrace Learning and Stay Persistent

Embrace Learning. Be curious, open-minded, and constantly seek opportunities to learn and grow. Find mentors, say yes over and over, network, go to events, and get comfortable with being uncomfortable.Build a Support Network. Surround yourself with supportive mentors, peers, and advisors who can offer guidance, feedback, and encouragement. Networking with like-minded individuals can provide valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration.Stay Persistent: Entrepreneurship is a journey filled with ups and downs, so it’s important to stay persistent and resilient in the face of challenges. Stay focused on your mission and the why. The what will change and happen naturally, but always coming back to why you’re doing what you’re doing is important. Never lose sight of your north star.

Nicole Sweeney, Founder, SAVU