More women are entering business and professional work environments than ever before, and that means there are a lot of great opportunities to learn new things, join networks, and follow your professional passions.

There are many exciting reasons to consider starting or joining business opportunities, but there are challenges on the journey as well. That’s why it can be helpful to have tools and resources at hand to weather those difficult days and to keep you inspired as you build your business.

Here at PixieLane, we’re a company built by busy moms for busy moms. Here are some of our favorite secrets to success from the women we admire most.

What Are Women Entrepreneurs’ Top Secrets to Success? 

Whether you’re starting a brand new business or growing your creative project to the next level, having role models can help to keep you inspired and engaged. Read about some of the top secrets to success that our favorite women entrepreneurs have shared on their journeys.

Trust Your Instincts

You’re going to have to make a lot of decisions, big and small, as you build and grow your business. Some will be easier than others, and some you can refer to texts and research to decide with an educated perspective.

Still, there will be days when you have to make choices that seem challenging, and that’s where your instincts come in. They will help you when deciding who to work with, where to share your resources, how to build your brand, and a whole lot more. Don’t be afraid to listen to your instincts and go with your gut.

Be Patient

Building a business takes time. You’re going to have big and small victories and setbacks along your journey, but always remember that good things evolve and grow.

If you expect to see success the day after you start, you will likely feel discouraged and unmotivated to continue. But if you keep your long-term goals in mind and always return to your plans and dreams, you’ll see your hard work pay dividends sooner than later.

Build Your Network

Starting or growing a new business can be challenging, and it may feel lonely on your journey as you try out something new. That’s why it’s so important to surround yourself with other people also following their professional goals.

Not only will you be able to learn and share resources that can help you all to grow, but it’s also a great way to keep each other motivated and encouraged every step of the way.

Create a Strong Team

As your business grows, you’ll want to bring on employees and team members that can help you to expand and come up with exciting new ideas. Find the people that can balance your skillset with complementary abilities and talents, and open a good line of communication for sharing thoughts and ideas so you can all improve and evolve.

Be Persistent

In addition to being patient while growing your business, you also want to be persistent. That means sticking with your projects and ideas, pivoting when something doesn’t work, or forging connections that might be beneficial in the future. Always keep your dreams and goals in mind when things feel tough, and find ways to motivate yourself to keep trying.

What Are Your Top Tips for Mom Entrepreneurs?

Here at PixieLane, we understand the challenge of juggling a lot of responsibilities and opportunities, and we’ve learned a lot along the way. That’s why we’re here to support mom entrepreneurs and to make it easy to begin trying new creative and professional projects of their own.

These are some top tips for mom entrepreneurs looking to build or grow businesses:

Embrace Flexibility

You have a lot on your plate, even before you start growing your business. That’s why it’s really important to learn how to be flexible and to adjust on the fly. Some days, you’ll have more time to work than others, and the more comfortable you are with quick changes to the schedule or working on the go, the easier it will be to get the job done.

Know You Can Work from Home

One of the best features of being a mom entrepreneur is that you can make the job work for you—and that means you can work from home. Working from home allows you to drop the kids off at school and pick them up at the end of the day. It gives you a chance to embrace the best parts of family life and still follow your creative goals.  

Find a Work-Life Balance

It can be tempting to try out everything all at once, and that kind of motivation and passion is going to keep you going even on the challenging days. But it’s also important to find a good balance because you don’t want to burn out. You’re working hard to be there for your family, so clear your schedule for those special and important moments.

Find Time for Self-Care

You also want to take care of yourself! Building a new business can be challenging, and it may feel overwhelming at times. It’s important to spend time with loved ones, but you also want to take a step back every once in a while, so you can recharge and tackle family and work responsibilities with renewed energy.

Dressing for (and With) Success

There are many benefits and opportunities for women in business and more ways than ever for parents to find a great balance between work and family life. When following your professional goals, always strive for flexibility, balance, and patience, and make sure you take time for yourself, so you can continue creating and sharing great content in the future.

For more information on building your own business right at home and for ways to get started, explore the consultant program here at PixieLane.

Sources: 

How to Use Intuition to Navigate Tough Career Choices | Forbes

11 Tips for Communicating Effectively With Employees | Indeed

6 Ways to Weave Self-Care Into Your Work Day | Harvard Business Review