Women have been making their mark in the business world for decades, breaking through glass ceilings and shattering stereotypes along the way. Female CEOs have proven time and time again that they are more than capable of running successful businesses. These women have faced numerous challenges and hurdles, both personal and professional, but they have also inspired and motivated others with their words and actions.
In this article, we will explore some of the best tips from women CEOs from a book called “Girls who run the world” by Diana Kapp, highlighting their wisdom, tenacity, and leadership skills. These tips offer valuable insights into the minds of successful businesswomen and serve as a source of inspiration for those looking to follow in their footsteps.
Tip #1: “Don’t be so buttoned-up and by-the-book that you leave no chance for happy accidents. Be weird. Experiment. Make mistakes. Rad things will happen!”
Natasha Case, Co-founder and CEO of Coolhaus, Delish ice cream in wacky flavors.
Tip #2: “You don’t’ have to be a ‘techie’ to invent something technologically revolutionary”.
Jessica O. Matthews, Founder and CEO of Uncharted Power, a company that harnesses kinetic energy to produce green power for many uses.
Tip #3: “The hard part is not allowing those nos to get to you. I just kept thinking, there are billions of people on this planet, so someone is going to tell me yes. I just have to find them.”
Maci Peterson Philitas, Co-founder and CEO of On Second Thought, a technology giving texters a grace period to take back that rude/wrong/mean message they just sent.
Tip #4: “Falling on your face is nearly a requirement for succeeding. Most superstars first fail majorly. Oprah was fired from her TV news job and even deemed “unfit for TV.” J.K. Rowling was dissed by twelve prominent publishers when peddling Harry Potter.”
Suzy Batiz, Founder and CEO of POO-POURRI, Sprays and potions that turn life’s stinks (human and cat poo, sweat-stanky shoes) into fresh, happy scent.
Tip #5: “People think of entrepreneurs as all having this lightning-bolt idea. But those stories are written in reverse, once they know what they have become.”
Jesse Genet, Co-founder and CEO of LUMI, boxes and all things packaging, handling shipping for the new generation of web retailers.
The words of these women CEOs serve as a powerful reminder of the impact that women can make in the business world. From inspiring others to leading with courage and determination, these tips highlight the strength and resilience of women in leadership roles. As more women continue to break barriers and rise to the top of their respective fields, it is important to celebrate their achievements and amplify their voices. Let these quotes serve as a source of inspiration and motivation for all, regardless of gender, to pursue their dreams and reach their full potential.
Happy International Women’s Day
