Starting a New Business – Women Founders’ Advice - Part 8

In this part of our Starting a New Business Series, we feature the wisdom of 11 accomplished women founders. Their journeys show that entrepreneurship begins with courage, persistence, and the confidence to take the first step.

🌟 Featured Women Founders

• Bindhu Vinosh – Start Small, Scale Gradually

• Laurie Fraser – Overcome Fear and Seek Advice

• Lois Pettersson – Ensure Financial Stability

• Alex Suchman – Launch and Learn

• Adv Riya Shah – Hard Work and Self-Belief

• Stephanie Scheller – Start, Shift Momentum Later

• Angela Ficken – Start Now, Progress Over Perfection

• Natalie MacLees – Embrace Imperfection and Learn

• Courtney Claghorn – Start Small and Act

• Archana Harish – Take Action on Your Ideas

• Claire Hayek – It’s Never Too Late to Start

Bindhu Vinosh - Start Small, Scale Gradually

Founder – Webscicle Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd

• You can start a business at any time.

• Anyone can start over and build gradually.

Laurie Fraser - Overcome Fear and Seek Advice

Founder – Doorstep Diner Catering

• Follow your passion but do your homework.

• Running a business means wearing many hats—HR, accounting, legal, and more.

• Recognize strengths and weaknesses to know when to outsource for efficiency.

Lois Pettersson - Ensure Financial Stability

Founder – Nest Suite Living

• In difficult times, make bold decisions to sustain your business.

• Restructuring and investing in the right people can secure growth.

• Financial resilience builds long-term stability.

Alex Suchman - Launch and Learn

Founder – BarometerXP

• Enjoy the journey while pursuing your goals.

• Build and sustain relationships as you grow.

• Learn to laugh at yourself and stay flexible.

Adv Riya Shah - Hard Work and Self-Belief

Founder – Surtaru Corporate Legal (URL NA)

• Women face many phases in life; career struggles are universal.

• Balance personal and professional life with resilience.

• Trust your own strength to shine through challenges.

Stephanie Scheller - Start, Shift Momentum Later

Founder – Grow Disrupt

• Stay committed to your mission even when obstacles arise.

• Be adaptable—shift your approach when needed without losing vision.

• Success is about resilience and persistence, not perfect plans.

Angela Ficken - Start Now, Progress Over Perfection

Founder – Progress Wellness

• Stop waiting for the perfect time—start now.

• Progress comes from doing, learning, and adapting.

• Build a strong support system of mentors and peers.

• Stay resilient and remember your mission when facing setbacks.

Natalie MacLees - Embrace Imperfection and Learn

Founder – AAArdvark

• Don’t delay your entrepreneurial journey out of fear.

• You don’t need to have everything figured out at the start.

• Learn as you go—growth comes from experience.

• Seek mentors, persist, and trust in your capabilities.

Courtney Claghorn - Start Small and Act

Founder – SUGARED + BRONZED

• Starting small is better than not starting at all.

• Low-risk beginnings can help test your ideas.

• Momentum builds from the smallest actions—take that first step.

Archana Harish - Take Action on Your Ideas

Founder – Knot Square

• The best time to start is always now.

• Surround yourself with people who inspire and support you.

• Mistakes are valuable learning opportunities—don’t fear them.

• Price your work with confidence and value your effort.

Claire Hayek - It’s Never Too Late to Start

Founder – Mind. Soul. Purpose (MSP) Teambuilding

• Your mind is your greatest asset—train it strategically.

• Focus on opportunities over obstacles and progress over perfection.

• Optimize energy and decision-making to avoid burnout.

• Surround yourself with mentors and supporters.

• Own your voice, trust your instincts, and step fully into leadership.