Starting a New Business – Insights from Women Founders - Part 9

Taking the leap into entrepreneurship requires courage, persistence, and purpose. These women leaders share their experiences and advice for those starting their journey.

Featured Women Founders

• Preeti Chauhan – Small Steps First

• Archana Sankaranarayanan – Begin Early, Seek Guidance

• Jessica Gury – Learn Through Action

• Reetika Arora – Mentor-Guided Growth

• Ritika Agarwal – Start Before Ready

• Sarika Singh – Own Your Path

• Grace Smith – Build With Purpose

• Brandi Sims – Momentum Over Perfection

• Tiga Cross – Purpose Fuels Impact

• Gigi Calmon – Authenticity Creates Strength

• Kelly Alexandra Borges Lima – Courage Over Fear

• Nafeesathul Mizriya – Early Financial Freedom

Preeti Chauhan – Small Steps First

Founder – Little Green World & Navikru Eco Foundation

“Start small and work persistently.”

Archana Sankaranarayanan – Begin Early, Seek Guidance

Founder – 7th-LANE

“Have no fear. Sky is the limit. If you are hardworking and are ready to accept challenge, you are ready to conquer.”

Jessica Gury – Learn Through Action

Founder – Teuko

“Trust your ideas, even if they feel small or niche. Don’t wait until everything is perfect to start. Start small, test, learn, and grow. Entrepreneurship is a journey with ups and downs, but if you stay connected to your purpose and community, you’ll go further than you think.”

Reetika Arora – Mentor-Guided Growth

Founder – Dastur Bharat

“There will be pressure to scale fast and do everything at once. But sustainable success comes from alignment, not exhaustion. Don’t wait for validation to start, and don’t shrink when it doesn’t come. Consistency will take you places that overnight success never can.”

Ritika Agarwal – Start Before Ready

Founder – YUKA CHAMPS

“Start before you feel ready. There will never be a perfect time or plan. Be bold enough to try, humble enough to learn, and resilient enough to keep going when it gets hard. You don’t need permission to dream big—you just need to begin.”

Sarika Singh – Own Your Path

Founder – Entracte

“Know that your voice, vision, and values matter. Don’t wait for perfect conditions—start with what you have. Trust your instincts, build a support system, and create your own path unapologetically. You don’t need to be loud to be heard—let your work speak.”

Grace Smith – Build With Purpose

Founder – Forge Female Fitness

“Don’t wait until you feel ‘ready.’ Start messy. Learn as you go. Build something that solves a real problem and surround yourself with people who believe in you. Entrepreneurship is not a solo sport.”

Brandi Sims – Momentum Over Perfection

Founder – Brandinc PR

“Start where you are with what you’ve got. Don’t wait for perfect—entrepreneurship is about momentum, not perfection. Build your table, take up space, and grow boldly without apology.”

Tiga Cross – Purpose Fuels Impact

Founder – Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary

“Believe fiercely in your vision, even when it feels impossible. Success isn’t just profit—it’s creating impact, staying true to your values, and building something that matters. Your purpose will carry you through.”

Gigi Calmon – Authenticity Creates Strength

Founder – Colmeia Property

“As women, we’re often taught to over-prepare and wait for permission. But entrepreneurship requires boldness. Build a business that reflects who you truly are. Your authenticity is your greatest asset, and resilience will take you further than talent.”

Kelly Alexandra Borges Lima – Courage Over Fear

Founder – Kitudo Flavours

“Believe in yourself, even when no one else does. Don’t wait to be ready—start with what you have and trust your instincts. Courage is your greatest asset.”

Nafeesathul Mizriya – Early Financial Freedom

Founder – Minhaj Builders

“I always emphasize an early income generation plan. Financial freedom is essential, irrespective of gender. Start early, earn while learning, and never depend fully on others for your financial independence.”