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To help you better understand what it means to be a successful woman in business, we asked amazing women and female business leaders for their best tips. From making a difference in someone's life to initiating meaningful change in your industry, here are several ways women radiate success in business that may help you.

Here are eight means to being a successful woman in business:

Making a Difference in Someone’s Life

Emotional product of your work, empowering other women, the results i intended are manifested, meaningful change in your industry, living out your mission, stay active in supporting other businesswomen.

It’s a State of Mind

Before sharing my definition of success, I think it is important to note that everyone has their own idea of what it means to be successful, and that is the way it should be. For me, being a successful businesswoman means that my company is making a difference in someone’s life. It is important to me that I am creating products that empower other lash professionals to take their business to the next level, and I feel that I am doing just that! -Vanessa Molica, The Lash Professional

In the day and age of social media, I feel that success is too heavily tied to money and material goods. Success isn’t about the physical product of your work; it is about the emotional product. As a lawyer, I feel most successful when I win cases on behalf of my clients and ultimately give them a new lease on life. My work is all about service, and that truly fills me and makes me feel like a successful woman in business. -Michelle Will, Will & Will

To me, being a successful woman in business means that I am doing my part to empower and support other women around me. I work with women every day, whether it be brave birth mothers that have made the selfless choice to follow through with adoption, or whether it be an adoptive mother who is looking to nurture and love a child through adoption. Regardless of the case, I truly believe that being a successful woman in business requires serving other women through your role! -Kenna Hamm, Texas Adoption Center

The moment that one self-identifies as successful, then they are. The word “successful” sounds like it is an adjective that can only be assigned to you by outsiders, but the word makes more sense in the context of how one self-assesses. I would say women, in general, will be more hesitant than men to self-identify as successful for cultural and social reasons I believe are obvious to all. In my case, I have long considered myself successful, but not in a ticker-tape-parade-toot-my-own-horn kind of way. Rather, I experience being successful as those times when the results I intended are manifested as a result of the work I have done. In other words, what being successful means to me is the self-awareness that I did what I was trying to do. -Stephanie Schull, Kegelbell

We all define success differently. For me, it means causing a meaningful change in your industry and inspiring others to do the same. It’s also about recognizing the strong women who helped to support you on your journey and supporting others who are navigating the challenges that women in business face. As the founder of a woman-owned business, it has been part of my mission to hire, mentor, and promote skilled women and support their growth. -Carol Bramson, Side by Side

I believe that being a successful woman in business is all about living out your mission statement. Regardless of what vertical you work in, how big your company is, or how profitable you are, if you lead your employees with confidence and stay true to your company’s mission, you are indeed successful! -Kristy Bach, BestCompaniesAZ

Being a successful woman in business has to do with confidence. It’s important to take pride in what I do and have confidence in my skills even in the face of a challenge. It’s also important to stay active in supporting my fellow women in business. Everyone deserves a chance at success, and if you can help your fellow businesswoman achieve that by supporting them, it’s worth it. -Kimberly Kriewald, AVANA Capital

It’s a State of Mind

For me, success is a state of mind. Growing up with an overactive “achievement gene,” I never felt “successful” and often looked past any professional wins. As I began to see the word, and the world, differently, I came to realize success is all in my head. The more I felt successful (and grateful), the more success actually came to me. Today, success is how I feel and I work on that feeling every day! -Jenn Christie, Markitors

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Why i want to be a successful business woman, in a field dominated by men, i am more determined than ever to succeed.

The other day, I was thinking about my major (double majors, I mean). Right now, I am double majoring in International business and marketing with a minor in Chinese. I currently have two of the most common majors you will hear: business and marketing. I spend most of my time in our school of business and entrepreneurship at NCC (it’s basically my second home).

Last term, I was taking a class called Business and society, which is an introduction to business and the role it plays in our society. One day, my professor pointed out that there were only ten girls in our class, with about twenty guys. We talked about how a majority of successful companies have top management run by men. That got me thinking. Why do I want my future career to be in the business world which is dominated by men? Two big reasons.

I am a woman. Many times, nowadays, it seems like very few businesses and top management are run by a woman. I would like to change that. I want to prove that yes, our history has shown that men are dominant in this aspect, but a woman can also run a business or be in a top management position alongside her colleagues, who happen to be men. However, we may have this stigma, where some people may think that women cannot have a top management position or cannot be dominant in the business world, which I disagree with. I believe that women can do anything men can do, and it all comes down to the mindset.

I am a minority. I am Asian-American and I am proud of it. I want to be in the business world because of the low representation of my culture in the U.S. businesses. Growing up, I never saw very many woman, who were Chinese American, in top management of businesses, because it was usually men. For me, it’s important to have a role model growing up, and it helps if you see one on television who is just like you. It shows that yes, this is possible, and I can do this.

In a business world, that is full of men, is a little intimidating, but I am not going to let it stop me. Yes, men dominate in this certain career field. However, it will make me work even harder every day, because I want to represent women and my culture.

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25 beatles lyrics: your go-to guide for every situation, the best lines from the fab four.

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The End- Abbey Road, 1969

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Dear Prudence- The White Album, 1968

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

Because- Abbey Road, 1969

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

All You Need Is Love, 1967

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

We Can Work It Out- Rubber Soul, 1965

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Come Together- Abbey Road, 1969

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

I Wanna Hold Your Hand- Meet The Beatles!, 1964

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band-1967

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Strawberry Fields Forever- Magical Mystery Tour, 1967

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Rain- Paperback Writer "B" side, 1966

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

Here Comes The Sun- Abbey Road, 1969

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

Saw Her Standing There- Please Please Me, 1963

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

Michelle- Rubber Soul, 1965

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

Revolution- The Beatles, 1968

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Eleanor Rigby- Revolver, 1966

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

With A Little Help From My Friends- Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, 1967

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Hey Jude, 1968

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

Yesterday- Help!, 1965

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

Let It Be- Let It Be, 1970

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all i got to give if you say you'll love me too. i may not have a lot to give but what i got i'll give to you. i don't care too much for money. money can't buy me love.

Can't Buy Me Love- A Hard Day's Night, 1964

All you need is love, love is all you need

All You Need Is Love- Magical Mystery Tour, 1967

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, take these broken wings and learn to fly. all your life, you were only waiting for this moment to arise.

Blackbird- The White Album, 1968

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

In My Life- Rubber Soul, 1965

While these are my 25 favorites, there are quite literally 1000s that could have been included. The Beatles' body of work is massive and there is something for everyone. If you have been living under a rock and haven't discovered the Fab Four, you have to get musically educated. Stream them on Spotify, find them on iTunes or even buy a CD or record (Yes, those still exist!). I would suggest starting with 1, which is a collection of most of their #1 songs, or the 1968 White Album. Give them chance and you'll never look back.

14 Invisible Activities: Unleash Your Inner Ghost!

Obviously the best superpower..

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

1. "Haunt" your friends.

Follow them into their house and cause a ruckus.

2. Sneak into movie theaters.

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3. Sneak into the pantry and grab a snack without judgment.

Late night snacks all you want? Duh.

4. Reenact "Hollow Man" and play Kevin Bacon.

America's favorite son? And feel what it's like to be in a MTV Movie Award nominated film? Sign me up.

5. Wear a mask and pretend to be a floating head.

Just another way to spook your friends in case you wanted to.

6. Hold objects so they'll "float."

"Oh no! A floating jar of peanut butter."

7. Win every game of hide-and-seek.

Just stand out in the open and you'll win.

8. Eat some food as people will watch it disappear.

Even everyday activities can be funny.

9. Go around pantsing your friends.

Even pranks can be done; not everything can be good.

10. Not have perfect attendance.

You'll say here, but they won't see you...

11. Avoid anyone you don't want to see.

Whether it's an ex or someone you hate, just use your invisibility to slip out of the situation.

12. Avoid responsibilities.

Chores? Invisible. People asking about social life? Invisible. Family being rude? Boom, invisible.

13. Be an expert on ding-dong-ditch.

Never get caught and have the adrenaline rush? I'm down.

14. Brag about being invisible.

Be the envy of the town.

But don't, I repeat, don't go in a locker room. Don't be a pervert with your power. No one likes a Peeping Tom.

Good luck, folks.

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned..

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

1. The importance of traditions.

Sometimes traditions seem like a silly thing, but the fact of it is that it's part of who you are. You grew up this way and, more than likely, so did your parents. It is something that is part of your family history and that is more important than anything.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

No matter how many times they get on your nerves or make you mad, they are the ones who will always be there and you should never take that for granted.

3. How to give back.

When tragedy strikes in a small town, everyone feels obligated to help out because, whether directly or indirectly, it affects you too. It is easy in a bigger city to be able to disconnect from certain problems. But in a small town those problems affect everyone.

4. What the word "community" really means.

Along the same lines as #3, everyone is always ready and willing to lend a helping hand when you need one in a small town and to me that is the true meaning of community. It's working together to build a better atmosphere, being there to raise each other up, build each other up, and pick each other up when someone is in need. A small town community is full of endless support whether it be after a tragedy or at a hometown sports game. Everyone shows up to show their support.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

People say this to others all the time, but it takes on a whole new meaning in a small town. It is true that life is about the journey, but when you're from a small town, you know it's about the journey because the journey probably takes longer than you spend at the destination. Everything is so far away that it is totally normal to spend a couple hours in the car on your way to some form of entertainment. And most of the time, you're gonna have as many, if not more, memories and laughs on the journey than at the destination.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

Word travels fast in a small town, so don't think you're gonna get away with anything. In fact, your parents probably know what you did before you even have a chance to get home and tell them. And forget about being scared of what your teacher, principle, or other authority figure is going to do, you're more afraid of what your parents are gonna do when you get home.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

Everyone deserves a chance. Most people don't have ill-intentions and you can't live your life guarding against every one else just because a few people in your life have betrayed your trust.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

While small towns are not always extremely diverse, they do contain people with a lot of different stories, struggle, and backgrounds. In a small town, it is pretty hard to exclude anyone because of who they are or what they come from because there aren't many people to choose from. A small town teaches you that just because someone isn't the same as you, doesn't mean you can't be great friends.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

In a small town, you learn that it's okay to be who you are and do your own thing. You learn that confidence isn't how beautiful you are or how much money you have, it's who you are on the inside.

10. How to work for what I want.

Nothing comes easy in life. They always say "gardens don't grow overnight" and if you're from a small town you know this both figuratively and literally. You certainly know gardens don't grow overnight because you've worked in a garden or two. But you also know that to get to the place you want to be in life it takes work and effort. It doesn't just happen because you want it to.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

If you're from a small town, you know that you will probably only meet a handful of people in your life who ACTUALLY know where your town is. And forget about the people who accidentally enter into your town because of google maps. You've gotten really good at giving them directions right back to the interstate.

12. How to be humble .

My small town has definitely taught me how to be humble. It isn't always about you, and anyone who grows up in a small town knows that. Everyone gets their moment in the spotlight, and since there's so few of us, we're probably best friends with everyone so we are as excited when they get their moment of fame as we are when we get ours.

13. To be well-rounded.

Going to a small town high school definitely made me well-rounded. There isn't enough kids in the school to fill up all the clubs and sports teams individually so be ready to be a part of them all.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

In a small town, good luck holding a grudge. In a bigger city you can just avoid a person you don't like or who you've had problems with. But not in a small town. You better resolve the issue fast because you're bound to see them at least 5 times a week.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

One of my favorite things about growing up in a rural area was being able to go outside and go exploring and not have to worry about being in danger. There is nothing more exciting then finding a new place somewhere in town or in the woods and just spending time there enjoying the natural beauty around you.

16. To be prepared for anything.

You never know what may happen. If you get a flat tire, you better know how to change it yourself because you never know if you will be able to get ahold of someone else to come fix it. Mechanics might be too busy , or more than likely you won't even have enough cell service to call one.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

It's okay to ask for help. One thing I realized when I moved away from my town for college, was how much my town has taught me that I could ask for help is I needed it. I got into a couple situations outside of my town where I couldn't find anyone to help me and found myself thinking, if I was in my town there would be tons of people ready to help me. And even though I couldn't find anyone to help, you better believe I wasn't afraid to ask.

18. How to be creative.

When you're at least an hour away from normal forms of entertainment such as movie theaters and malls, you learn to get real creative in entertaining yourself. Whether it be a night looking at the stars in the bed of a pickup truck or having a movie marathon in a blanket fort at home, you know how to make your own good time.

19. To brush off gossip.

It's all about knowing the person you are and not letting others influence your opinion of yourself. In small towns, there is plenty of gossip. But as long as you know who you really are, it will always blow over.

Grateful Beyond Words: A Letter to My Inspiration

I have never been so thankful to know you..

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

You have taught me that you don't always have to strong. You are allowed to break down as long as you pick yourself back up and keep moving forward. When life had you at your worst moments, you allowed your friends to be there for you and to help you. You let them in and they helped pick you up. Even in your darkest hour you showed so much strength. I know that you don't believe in yourself as much as you should but you are unbelievably strong and capable of anything you set your mind to.

Your passion to make a difference in the world is unbelievable. You put your heart and soul into your endeavors and surpass any personal goal you could have set. Watching you do what you love and watching you make a difference in the lives of others is an incredible experience. The way your face lights up when you finally realize what you have accomplished is breathtaking and I hope that one day I can have just as much passion you have.

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The love you have for your family is outstanding. Watching you interact with loved ones just makes me smile . You are so comfortable and you are yourself. I see the way you smile when you are around family and I wish I could see you smile like this everyday. You love with all your heart and this quality is something I wished I possessed.

You inspire me to be the best version of myself. I look up to you. I feel that more people should strive to have the strength and passion that you exemplify in everyday life.You may be stubborn at points but when you really need help you let others in, which shows strength in itself. I have never been more proud to know someone and to call someone my role model. You have taught me so many things and I want to thank you. Thank you for inspiring me in life. Thank you for making me want to be a better person.

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life..

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Don't freak out

This is a rule you should continue to follow no matter what you do in life, but is especially helpful in this situation.

Email the professor

Around this time, professors are getting flooded with requests from students wanting to get into full classes. This doesn't mean you shouldn't burden them with your email; it means they are expecting interested students to email them. Send a short, concise message telling them that you are interested in the class and ask if there would be any chance for you to get in.

Attend the first class

Often, the advice professors will give you when they reply to your email is to attend the first class. The first class isn't the most important class in terms of what will be taught. However, attending the first class means you are serious about taking the course and aren't going to give up on it.

Keep attending class

Every student is in the same position as you are. They registered for more classes than they want to take and are "shopping." For the first couple of weeks, you can drop or add classes as you please, which means that classes that were once full will have spaces. If you keep attending class and keep up with assignments, odds are that you will have priority. Professors give preference to people who need the class for a major and then from higher to lower class year (senior to freshman).

Have a backup plan

For two weeks, or until I find out whether I get into my waitlisted class, I will be attending more than the usual number of classes. This is so that if I don't get into my waitlisted class, I won't have a credit shortage and I won't have to fall back in my backup class. Chances are that enough people will drop the class, especially if it is very difficult like computer science, and you will have a chance. In popular classes like art and psychology, odds are you probably won't get in, so prepare for that.

Remember that everything works out at the end

Life is full of surprises. So what if you didn't get into the class you wanted? Your life obviously has something else in store for you. It's your job to make sure you make the best out of what you have.

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How to Be a Successful Business Woman

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This article was co-authored by Archana Ramamoorthy, MS . Archana Ramamoorthy is the Chief Technology Officer, North America at Workday She is a product ninja, security advocate, and on a quest to enable more inclusion in the tech industry. Archana received her BS from SRM University and MS from Duke University and has been working in product management for over 8 years. There are 8 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. wikiHow marks an article as reader-approved once it receives enough positive feedback. This article received 14 testimonials and 100% of readers who voted found it helpful, earning it our reader-approved status. This article has been viewed 420,550 times.

All over the world, women are shattering glass ceilings and proving that they have what it takes to be successful business leaders. Here is some practical advice for becoming a successful business woman.

5 Key Ways to Be a Successful Woman in Business

Identify and explore your passions.
Build a strong professional network.
Be assertive and speak in a clear, confident way.
Develop creative problem-solving skills.
Make business decisions with confidence.

Preparing Yourself for Women Specific Challenges

The web is a great resource for researching successful business women. There are some interesting and insightful articles on websites such as Forbes and Harvard Business School.
Sheryl Sandberg. An excellent example of one such memoir is "Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead" by Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook. She discusses issues such as the low level of women in corporate and governmental leadership roles, the pay inequalities faced by women in the workplace and the difficulty of balancing career ambitions with raising a family. She encourages young, female graduates to "believe in themselves, raise their hands, sit at the table, take risks and support each other." [1] X Research source
Anne-Marie Slaughter. Anne-Marie Slaughter is a Princeton professor who rose to prominence in 2012 when she wrote an article in The Atlantic titled “Why Women Still Can't Have It All,” a frank assessment of her difficulty balancing her work as director of policy planning at the State Department for Hillary Clinton with her responsibilities as the mother of two sons. In the article, she argued for “changing social policies and bending career tracks to accommodate our choices” rather than expecting women to simply run themselves ragged in order to play by the current rules of the workplace. [2] X Research source
Hillary Clinton. Former Secretary of State and potential 2016 presidential candidate Hillary Clinton has long been an advocate of women's rights. Clinton has emphasized the need to extend family and medical leave and to encourage women and girls to pursue careers in math and science. She says: "We need to empower women here at home to participate fully in our economy and our society. We need to make equal pay a reality." Many will argue that Hillary Clinton is actually not a very good example. This is because not only is she not a business woman, but she is also under the threat of investigation.

Research what schools the women in your field went to, what internships they did, whether they worked abroad, where they got their first job, and any other information regarding their career path.
Figure out what these women did right, then use that knowledge to work out a career plan of your own.

Step 3 Consider a field with fewer women in it.

Surveys have shown that most women leave their jobs due to caretaking conflicts or workplace climates which are hostile to the demands of parenthood. [3] X Research source
The best way to ensure a balance between work and family is to find a company which offers a combination of parent-friendly policies such as paid maternity leave, company-sponsored childcare, flexible scheduling, family healthcare benefits and paternity leave.

Do your homework. Find out what other people (men and women), with the same qualifications and in similar positions, are earning.
Learn how to negotiate. Once you know your value, you should work on selling your qualifications, skills and achievements. Never undersell yourself. Don't offer a salary figure first, and provide a salary range if you are pressed about it.
Never say yes to an offer immediately. Think of the first number they provide as an "initial offer" and continue to negotiate if you feel you are being undervalued.
Realize that you are entitled to ask for a raise. If you are already in a job where you feel that your contributions are undervalued, or you find out that a colleague is being paid more for the same work, don't be afraid to ask for a raise. Just be sure to build a convincing case: do your homework and find out the salary range for similar roles both within and outside the company. Be prepared to talk about your positive contributions to the company including any recent successes or problems you have solved. Highlight any positive feedback you have received from others on your team. [5] X Research source

Self-doubt is natural, but don't let it overwhelm you. Remember that you are where you are because you're good at what you do.
Project confidence through your body language. You can do this by standing tall and keeping your head held high. Greet people with a firm handshake and a smile. Most importantly of all, make eye contact with the person you're speaking to. Try not to glance at them before quickly looking away, remember to hold their gaze, as this is a sure sign of confidence. If you have to address a room of people, try to make eye contact with every person in the room for at least a second or two.
If you're having a bad day where your confidence feels shaken, try to reassure yourself using positive affirmations. It may feel silly, but looking at yourself in the mirror and repeating something like "I am great at what I do" or "I am determined to reach the top" can really help you to rediscover your confidence and determination.

You can convey assertiveness through both your speech and your actions - have confidence in your decisions and don't second-guess yourself. Speak authoritatively, in a clear, confident manner and people will have no reason to doubt your decisions.
When faced with criticism, try to be as rational and collected as possible. Consider what has been said and decide whether you can use the criticism constructively or whether you should just disregard it. Whatever you do, don't let it be a trigger which causes you to doubt yourself and your abilities. [6] X Research source

Archana Ramamoorthy, MS

Be your own advocate. Archana Ramamoorthy, the Director of Technology Product Management at Workday, has this advice: " Stand up for yourself and always remember to speak up. If you don't make your presence felt, you're going to be forgotten. It's in your hands. A lot of younger women feel intimidated and don't want to speak up because they're worried about repercussions. If you aren't willing to stand up for yourself when someone dismisses you, no one will care, and the world will move on, but you're going to constantly to think about that incident ."

Destructive criticism is a comment or accusation designed to hurt your self-esteem. It is not intended to help you or allow you to see what you did wrong and improve on it. An example of destructive criticism would be a coworker saying "How could you be so stupid?" or "What were you thinking?" The best way to deal with this type of criticism is simply to ignore it.
Constructive criticism, on the other hand, usually has a good intention behind it. It is intended to help you to improve and should be viewed as a positive. An example of constructive criticism would be: "Thanks for your report. It was a good effort, but I think it could benefit from more statistics to support your findings." The best way to handle this type of criticism is to thank the person for their feedback and to use their comments to improve your work in the future.

General Steps to Success

The road to success is long and has its fair share of ups and downs. Working towards something you're passionate about will give you strength during the tough times and added satisfaction during the good.
If you're not sure where your passions lie, think about going to see a career coach or a good psychologist. They will help you to identify your strengths and weaknesses and gain a clearer vision of your life goals.
Remember that not everyone has a pre-existing passion, it may take some time to find yours. It is also possible to become passionate about a job, with enough hard work and dedication.

Focus on what's important. Remind yourself of your long-term goals and revise them when necessary.
Learn to prioritize. Decide what your goals are each day, then set daily priorities in order to achieve your goals.
Finish one task before you start another. Multi-tasking is overrated. Focus 100% of your attention on every task you set your mind to, whether it's responding to emails or filling out paperwork. This reduces the chances of you making a mistake or overlooking something important.

Networking is all about communication — making phone calls, conducting information interviews, writing letters or connecting through online networking sites.
Once you have made contact with a person, it is important to try to develop a relationship with them, to keep in contact with them and to help them with any requests or favors they might have. You never know what they might be able to help you with in the future!
One of the best ways to network successfully is to do informational interviews. This is where you organize to informally meet with a senior colleague or other professional for lunch or coffee in order to ask questions, gain valuable information and insights and create business relationships. Once the meeting is over, thank them for their time, ask for a business card and try to stay in touch.
Remember: no matter how hard you work, unless you're aware of an opportunity, you're not going to get a shot at it. Your network will open up opportunities for you and your career, both now and in the years to come.

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Find a mentor to offer you guidance. Reach out to an expert who can offer specific business advice tailored to your industry. Consider joining online communities for entrepreneurs to build a network of like-minded individuals. You'll gain valuable knowledge for the early stages of building your business.

When faced with a problem at work, use a blank sheet of paper, start thinking about possible solutions, and write down anything that pops into your mind. Try to free your mind from the shackles of reality and practicality. Allow your brain to think freely and to make associations you wouldn't normally make. Creative thinking requires thinking outside the box.
Become more playful in your work. Use images and colors when writing reports. Use toys or props to stimulate creative thinking. Give a presentation from the back of the room. Break away from convention in order to think creatively.

Attending a good school will not only provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills required for your chosen career, it will also allow you to compete for the best positions on the job market. Some of the most prestigious positions will only accept graduates from top level schools.
Attending a good school will also provide you with an excellent opportunity to make contacts and interact with the best people in your field.

Learn as much as you can from the people around you, read books to increase your knowledge and go to workshops to improve decision-making or interpersonal skills.
Find a mentor. A mentor is someone, usually with a bit more experience than you, who knows the trade, offers advice, and helps you in your pursuit of success.

Stay away from distractions. It's difficult to focus on work 100% of the time, but when you're aiming for the top it's important to minimize distractions as much as possible. It's important to take some personal time now and again, but aim to be focused and efficient whenever you're in work mode.
Surround yourself with motivated and successful people. By surrounding yourself with other like-minded people you'll be forced to set yourself very high standards and to work extra hard in order to stand out.

Don't be afraid to fail. Failure can be a good thing, if it helps you to learn from your mistakes.
If you begin to feel demoralized, remind yourself of everything you've achieved already and how far you've come. Remember that your greatest achievement might be just around the corner!

Learn from challenges and failures. "It's fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure. Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning."

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Women in business: advantages, challenges, and opportunities

Written by Katie Reynolds, a Hult contributing blogger.

With an increasing number of well-known organizations like IBM, General Motors, and Mondelēz International appointing female CEOs , the trend towards women in leadership positions seems to be on the rise. In fact, there are more women running Fortune 500 businesses today than at any point in the 63-year history of the Fortune 500.

However, when put in context, that’s still only 6.4% of these leading companies. And with recent high-profile stories revealing the BBC’s gender pay gap and tales of female entrepreneurs citing an imaginary male co-founder for credibility, it’s clear women’s inequality is still a big business problem.

We recently hosted a webinar with a panel of business women at different stages in their careers to discuss these issues. To hear their advice and learn from their own personal stories about combating gender stereotypes and championing the cause of women in the workplace, you can watch the webinar below. Or read on for an overview of the advantages, challenges, and opportunities for women in business in 2017.

Our webinar panel consisted of Tessa Misiaszek, Associate Dean at Hult and professor of international marketing and entrepreneurship on our Boston campus. Tessa comes to us with an incredible wealth of business experience, having served as the CEO of Empathetics, run a number of start-ups, and worked as a consultant for Korn/Ferry International. She was joined by current Hult student, Rosey Singh, who has worked in the banking industry for 10 years and is the current president and co-founder of the Gender Equality in Leadership Club on the San Francisco campus. Justine Stacey, an alumna of our MBA program, also joined. Before earning her MBA, Justine spent several years working as an advocate for women’s health and empowerment around the world as VP for Girl’s Globe. Now, Justine is a marketing strategy manager for a leading financial company.

Advantages of women in business

A diverse workforce is an innovative workforce.

Diversity—from gender diversity to culture, age, and race—has been shown to foster creativity and innovation. From PricewaterhouseCooper , to Disney and L’Oreal , organizations across industries are seeking to prioritize and benefit from a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Men and women will inevitably have different experiences and backgrounds, which shape their approach to business. Challenging each other and collaborating with people who think differently can breed creativity and promote the innovative ideas that push organizations forward.

“Even with the very best of intentions, we have a tendency to gravitate towards people who are like us. It takes a real leader to say ‘I need someone to challenge me.’ That challenge can spawn new creativity, innovation, and growth.” – Tessa Misiaszek, Associate Dean, Hult International Business School

Women excel at the soft skills needed for business leadership

While technical skill and knowledge are fundamental to career success, CEOs consistently cite soft skills as the most desirable professional attributes . Although characteristics like effective communication, empathy, and self-awareness are difficult to measure, they are highly valued and can make a real difference to the bottom line. Recent research has drawn a connection between strength of character and business performance—with CEOs who rank highly for attributes like compassion and integrity also enjoying a 9.35% return on assets over a two-year period.

Soft skills and emotional intelligence may prove a key competitive advantage for women in business. A 2016 study published by the global consulting firm Hay Group found that women outperform men in 11 of 12 key emotional intelligence competencies. These competencies included emotional self-awareness, empathy, conflict management, adaptability, and teamwork—all essential skills for effective leadership in the workplace

Women represent huge economic power and offer important consumer insight

It’s been estimated that women contribute in excess of $20 trillion in consumer spending every year, representing a bigger growth market than China and India combined . Women also account for 85% of consumer purchases .

Despite this, only 11% of creative directors in advertising are women—up from just 3% in 2008. When Boston Consulting Group did a comprehensive study of the “female economy” it’s unsurprising that they found women feel undervalued and underserved by the marketplace. With the power of the female consumer in mind, it’s evident that women are best placed to tap into that opportunity and bring valuable consumer insight to the table.

Tapping into the insight both men and women offer can make products and services more marketable and a business more profitable. In fact, recent research from McKinsey shows that gender-diverse businesses are 15% more likely to outperform financially above the industry median.

Challenges for women in business

Women are still underrepresented in key fields.

While a number of industries are showing trends of a growing female workforce, sectors like finance , engineering , and tech still tend to be strongly male-dominated. In STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) industries overall, women make up just 24% of the workforce in the U.S. and less than 15% in the U.K.

Women’s under representation could be down to the continued stereotype that an interest in “hard science” is unfeminine . But with STEM occupations projected to be among the fastest growing and best paid , it’s important that women feel empowered to gain the skills and embrace the opportunities afforded by a career in science, tech, and related fields. Organizations like the National Girls Collaborative Project and Girls Who Code are working to inspire women to pursue computer sciences and engineering and close the gender gap in STEM industries.

Gender bias in the workplace

While most executives agree that the best person—regardless of gender—should get the job, the stories of women finding more success with a male or gender-neutral name on their CV demonstrates that unconscious bias still exists.

The women who are in or want to position themselves for leadership roles often feel they come under particular scrutiny. Where men may be encouraged to be ambitious or assertive, women are programed from a young age not to be “ bossy ”. Underlying gender bias means the same behavior and characteristics—initiative, passion, and taking charge—can be interpreted differently in men and women in the workplace.

Women are less successful when it comes to salary negotiation

Women’s own reluctance ask for higher pay is often cited as a factor behind the gender pay gap. When Glassdoor did a recent survey on salary negotiation , it found that 68% of women accepted the salary they were offered, while nearly half of the men surveyed negotiated before accepting a role. It also revealed that when women did try to negotiate their starting salary, the outcome was generally less favorable.

Challenging the notion that women don’t ask for raises, a 2016 study from Cass Business School, the University of Warwick, and the University of Wisconsin, found that women are equally as likely as men to ask for a wage increase. But they’re also 25% less likely to get one.

It’s almost an accepted truth that men have a better sense of self-belief when positioning themselves for leadership roles or negotiating pay. Even highly successful women suffer from “imposter syndrome”, feeling inadequate and underestimating their worth. Women believing in their own value and demanding a salary that reflects it is an important step in closing the wage gap, while greater pay transparency can also help to level the playing field.

“Start the process today of understanding that, really, nothing is off limits for you. You can learn any skill. You can speak to anyone. Everything is within your ability. Nourish this growth mindset—that will make you successful in your MBA and applies right into the workforce.” – Rosey Singh, Hult MBA Class of 2017

Opportunities for women in business

Gender equality and inclusivity becoming policy.

For many of forward-thinking organizations, gender equality is becoming a matter of policy , whether it’s committing to equal representation of women in the boardroom or hiring diversity officers.

Discouraging and circumventing bias through hiring policy can help organizations to reap the benefits of balance and equality. Rather than political correctness or buzzwords, if diversity, inclusiveness, and gender equality become policy and are embedded in business strategy, businesses thrive .

Making a commitment to things like equitable gender representation, inclusive company culture, and work-life balance—including maternity and paternity benefits—also help organizations to attract top talent. These are a few reasons why companies like Salesforce, General Electric, and Deloitte are cited as excellent places for both women and men to work.

Entrepreneurship as the path to leadership

For a growing number of women , the fastest route to the c-suite is launching their own business. In the United States, the number women-owned businesses have increased 74% over the past 20 years—1.5 times the national average. Today’s start-up culture empowers women to be their own boss and pay their own salary, defining how they want to work and making the balance of career and family life easier. Entrepreneurship presents a path for women to close the pay gap and rise to leadership positions, on their own terms.

Running their own company also offers the opportunity for women to collaborate with and hire other ambitious, like-minded women, fostering a new generation of women in leadership roles.

Strengthening credentials with a business degree

To stand out in a competitive job market, many women hone the knowledge and expertise they need through a business degree. The number of women enrolling in business school is steadily on the rise. Whether it’s undergraduate study , an MBA , EMBA , or Masters degree , business school offers a valuable platform for women to become subject-matter experts, practice leadership skills, and gain the confidence they need to step into the boardroom.

Business school is also an invaluable networking opportunity and a chance to meet mentors in fellow students, professors, and campus speakers. A mentor can offer industry advice and serve as a sounding board for new ideas. Mentors can also become important career sponsors , offering professional opportunities and helping ambitious and talented women to take their next step up the career ladder.

“The biggest thing I left my MBA with, beyond the hard skills, was this better sense of confidence in myself. Business school was so much more than learning about finance and accounting. It can be intimidating when you’re one of the only women in the room at a work meeting. I have a lot more confidence when I’m in those situations now.” – Justine Stacey, Hult MBA Class of 2016

At Hult International Business School, empowering women to lead in business is high on our agenda. We offer courses focused on gender equality and leadership, an active Women in Business club, as well as on-campus events and seminars, discussing, inspiring, and celebrating women in business. Each year we’re proud to award scholarships to attract and support the promising women business leaders of tomorrow. Find out more about the programs we offer.

Hult offers a range of highly skills-focused and employability-driven business school programs including a range of MBA options and a comprehensive one year Masters in International Business . To find out more, take a look at our blog A Way Up for Women in Business . Download a brochure or get in touch today to find out how Hult can help you to learn about the business world, the future, and yourself.

Katie Reynolds

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8 Reasons Why Business is for Every Woman

Want to take your career to the next level? Start by boosting your business skills.

Whether or not you majored in business as an undergraduate, your ability to navigate the business world affects your job performance—and your career—across industries.

Business skills are especially important for women who want to step up as leaders and role models, forging a path to success so that other women can follow in their footsteps.

If you are thinking of getting an MBA, here are eight reasons it’s worth expanding your business knowledge:

1. You’ll be a better leader.

Not a “born leader?” Don’t worry—nobody is. Leadership is learned, and you can learn it. In addition to business acumen, good leadership requires soft skills like emotional intelligence, which seem to come more naturally to women than men.

Being able to communicate effectively and empathize with others will help you develop strong connections with your colleagues.

2. You’ll feel more confident—and other people will notice.

If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome or felt too shy to speak up in a meeting, you know a lack of confidence holds you back. The more you learn about business, the more you’ll believe in yourself and feel confident that you have valuable insights to share. Businesses benefit from diverse voices, so by joining the conversation, you’re not just raising your own profile—you’re helping your company succeed.

3. It expands your career options, whether you want to advance to the C-suite or pivot to a new industry.

When you focus on building your business skills, especially if you decide to pursue an MBA, you increase your earning potential and marketability. A business school degree demonstrates your readiness to step into a higher role or to take your career in a whole new direction.

4. You’ll negotiate for what you want.

The gender pay gap is still an issue—even at the top. At the 2019 Forté MBA Women’s Leadership Conference, Booth School of Business professor Elena Zinchenko told attendees, “Women earn less for comparable work that they’re qualified to do than men, and the discrepancy is really dramatic in the upper echelons. Looking at U.S. firms, only 2.5% of the five highest-paid positions are held by women.” Women can help change that by negotiating for higher pay. Zinchenko advises women to think about negotiations as a creative problem-solving process, rather than an adversarial situation.

5. You’ll get better at collaborating.

Trying to achieve your goals on your own? You’re making things harder than they have to be. Learning how to collaborate effectively—whether it’s something you practice in business school or develop through years of experience—will help you do a better job. By working closely with people who have diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise, you’ll be able to approach problems from different angles and find the best possible solutions.

6. You’ll make the most of your network.

At the Forte MBA Women’s Leadership Conference, Dana McNabb, president of U.S. Cereal and Snacks at General Mills, spoke about the importance of networking. She said, “If you don’t recognize that in every organization there is politics, there is a system, and a game you have to play, you are going to lose.” Networking isn’t just about getting to know colleagues at your workplace and in your industry—it’s about building relationships with them and learning how to work together.

7. It’ll help you prioritize, and not just on the job.

You can’t do it all, or at least, you can’t do it all well . So what matters most to you? Being able to define your priorities and list them in order of importance makes it easier to see the big picture. You’ll be able to focus on one thing at a time, which not only helps you get more done—it lowers your stress level. To thrive in the workplace, you have to make time for the things that matter most to you, at work and at home.

8. You’ll make a real impact.

Whether your career is focused on giving back to the community, becoming the head of a big company, or starting your own business, the more you develop your skills, the more you’ll inspire other women to reach for their dreams. When you expand your business knowledge, you’re also expanding your impact on the world.

As a working woman, you’re already using business skills on a daily basis—but why stop there? Don’t let anything stand in the way of your success, especially self-doubt. If you’re interested in getting an MBA, check out Forté MBALaunch , a 10-month program created especially for women that offers a structured roadmap for applying to business schools. It includes in-person and virtual events on everything from improving your GMAT score to performing well in an interview.

The higher you rise in your career, the more you’ll help change the balance of power in the workplace, and that benefits women everywhere.

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Women Business Owners, It's Time to Own Our Power Here's some powerful advice for new women entrepreneurs that want to fully honor their ambitions and reach their business goals.

By Bianca B. King Edited by Kara McIntyre May 9, 2022

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.

Ambitious isn't a bad word, or is it? The gendered way many of us use language will ruffle a few feathers if we're speaking about women and their goals when using this word.

In 2017, I saw a pink sweatshirt with the word "ambitious" printed in bold red capital block letters and thought, "How amazing and provocative."

After promptly purchasing the sweatshirt, I wondered why I considered ambition to be "provocative" when describing a woman and her pursuits? For example, "Oh, she is so ambitious," or "She is an ambitious woman." Some of you are probably cringing while reading these sentences. Why? Historically, women have been cruelly judged, ridiculed and even killed for wanting too much of anything, including having ambition or career-driven dreams and goals.

What is ambition?

Good ol' Merriam Webster has two results for the definition of ambitious :

1a : having or controlled by ambition : having a desire to be successful, powerful or famous
1b : having a desire to achieve a particular goal : aspiring ambitious for power
2 : resulting from, characterized by, or showing ambition an ambitious film

As women entrepreneurs, don't we at least want to be successful? Don't we also want to achieve our goals? Having some power sounds good, too. Isn't that why we became entrepreneurs — to have success, be empowered and achieve our goals — just like our male counterparts?

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Statistics from 2021 compiled by the Small Business Association (SBA) show that women-led businesses employed 10.1 million workers and accumulated $1.8 trillion in receipts in 2019. The number of employer firms owned by women grew 6% between 2014 and 2016, which was twice the growth rate of employer firms owned by men.

As more women embrace entrepreneurship, it's time for us to own our ambition and honor it by being unapologetic about our dreams and stepping fully into our power to reach our personal and professional goals.

I have seen too many women entrepreneurs afraid or ashamed to own their power. After years of being guided by patriarchal societal rules to downplay our achievements and talents, I understand why and empathize.

But now we know better, so we can do better not only for ourselves but for the next generation of women business leaders. Here's some advice for women entrepreneurs or women looking to become one in the future:

Embrace taking risks and set audacious goals

Starting or even growing a business can be a considerable risk, but it can also be massively rewarding. Only you know your risk tolerance, but periodically you will have to push beyond it to achieve your goals.

Every big business seen in the news with record earnings began in your position as a small business. Bumble, founded in 2012 by Whitney Wolfe Herd , is now a publicly-traded billion-dollar company with over 700 employees. Her ambition and audacious goals helped her achieve this level of success. Go big with your goal setting — really big — and then go after it. The point is to stretch outside your comfort zone beyond what most people believe is reasonable. Let your ambition match the risks you are willing to take to reach your audacious goals.

Related: 4 Qualities That Could Make You the Next Arlan Hamilton

Find a like-minded business community

You might think, "My partner does not support my entrepreneurial aspirations, so I can't pursue my dreams of becoming a business owner." Not so. Would it be easier with your partner's support? Possibly, but it's not a requirement. Many in-person and online communities and groups specifically help women entrepreneurs pursue their dreams. Finding one that gives you real accountability, access to funding options, tools and resources is better than a partner's support for your business.

The opportunities from being a part of women-centric entrepreneur communities are limitless. But it can also help you find a business mentor or accountability partner who understands your ambitions and wants to help you succeed. Having a business mentor or coach will supercharge your growth, helping you achieve your audacious goals much faster.

Know your worth and charge the appropriate amount

Black women founders earn average revenue of $24,000 per firm — less than 17% of what all women-owned businesses earn, according to a 2019 report commissioned by American Express.

As taboo as talking about ambition is women talking about money. It's time to charge what you're worth. Stop doing favors, bartering or even giving discounts. We know too well about the gender wage gap, so let's stop perpetuating the issue by undercharging — own your ambition, price accordingly and get paid well for your talents and knowledge.

Related: 3 Ways to Prevent Imposter Syndrome From Ruining Your Business

As women, we should be able to actively pursue our ambitions with the same enthusiasm as our male counterparts and not get penalized for it. Creating a thriving, beautiful business of your dreams is possible if you fully embrace your ambitions and have the support that every entrepreneur requires to accomplish their lofty goals.

So next time you hear a woman being called ambitious, applaud her for it.

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Women form a major segment in the business sector. They are often considered to be the best managers due to among other factors, their understanding nature and the fact that they often give a motherly ear to employees’ grievances. The business world has benefited immensely from the contribution made by many well-known businesswomen. In the current world where women are just as competent and confident as men, and where women have risen to influential positions, the business world has not been left behind. A paper on “women in business” will explore the extent to which the female gender has influence business in the world.

How to start an essay about women in business

To begin an essay, the author will need to make up his mind on what he or she considers being key aspects of women’s involvement in business. Each section of the essay will convey specific ideas . One of the key parts of the essay is the introduction and the thesis of the paper. The introduction will take note of the fact that both men and women have prospered in business activities across the world. The contribution of the female gender has to be noted and appreciate by the author. The thesis statement, usually the last part of the introduction, will capture the author’s main argument or point of view regarding female input in business across globally. It will for instance state that “this essay looks at the role that women play in contributing to the growth of business activities across the world.”

How to write body paragraphs for an essay women in business

The author will start off the body of the essay by identifying examples of women who have succeeded in business ventures across the world. Such a list will not miss the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Meg Whitman, Ginni Rometty, Christine Lagarde, Indra Nooyi, Irene Rosenfeld, Marillyn Hewson, Patricia Woertz, Ursula Burns, and Mary Barra. Many more examples can be identified and the industries in which each of the women have excelled also need to be pointed out. The fact that women have excelled from diverse industries ranging from food and drinks industry to textile, information technology, energy and security sectors illustrates the diversity with which women can spearhead economic activities and contribute to its growth. A significant percentage of the firms listed on the Fortune Global 500 are led by women.

The next part of the essay can feature aspects that make women to succeed in business activities. This can take into account both personal characteristics associated with women, and their professional competence. Women’s personal characteristics have been cited in many instances as some of the factors that enable them to become better managers and CEO’s. They are known to be temperamental, a feature that they use to their advantage. Women are also known to form stronger bonds with their employees than men, and this is a feature that enables them to have a personal knowledge of their employees. Employees feel free to interact with female bosses and often feel more valued. When an employee has a pressing problem, a female boss is more willing to go out of her way to help such employees. Consequently, employees will invite their female bosses on occasions of happiness such as when they have birthdays or when celebrating the success of their children or family members and this strengthens the employee-employer relationship. They are also more cautious and more calculative when it comes to investing in risky ventures. The author will also point out the professional competencies women posses which enable them to succeed in business. Education, experience, and professional etiquette makes women as equally competent as men, and given that men hold over sixty percentage of the most influential positions in organizations globally, women often work twice as hard, they attend more trainings and workshops, and conduct themselves with more decorum to qualify for promotions. Once promoted, they steer the organizations to even greater heights.

The last part will recognize the contribution that women, through business activities, make towards the growth of the economy. As employees, women pay taxes to the government, a form of direct income to the government. As top-level managers and CEO’s, women provide job opportunities to millions of employees across the world. Some small scale business women also make their contribution. Women also form a large percentage of consumers as they purchase among others, beauty products and items that are used in homes on daily basis. In the current world where more girls are getting better grades and opting for business-related courses while others are fast advancing to senior management levels in organizations, the power and influence of women in business cannot be underestimated.

How to conclude an essay women in business

An effective conclusion for an essay will basically summarize the key aspects covered in the body of the paper. The successful business women’s traits and characteristics as well as the contribution that women make towards business and economic growth will be reiterated. Insisting on women as key drivers of the economy is critical in reaching an effectual conclusion.

Outline sample

Introduction and thesis – do women participate actively in business?

Body – Examples of influential female business leaders

Features that make women to standout in business
Women contribution to the economy through business

Conclusion – summary of main aspects

I Want To Be A Business Woman Essay

This essay sample on I Want To Be A Business Woman Essay provides all necessary basic info on this matter, including the most common “for and against” arguments. Below are the introduction, body and conclusion parts of this essay.

Nowadays, studying has reached its apogee of creativity and diversity of tasks. Students are often asked to work in pairs or groups on some projects, to research or prepare something unique and extraordinary. Among these assignments, the most popular is probably writing an essay.

Due to statistics, most of the students, who are to compose an essay, don’t know where to begin and find themselves staring at the blank piece of paper whether the task is easy or complicated.

Why is business writing becoming popular?

As the world is developing and the first-page news contains lots of economic issues, politics and prosperous people, so the students usually have to cover one of those topics in their paper. Writing an essay about a successful business woman isn’t a piece of cake and requires a solid basis of preparation and detailed analysis of information.

How to write a good essay about business women?

To begin with, in order to write a successful essay, you should organize your thoughts and ideas using a mind-map or outline to note what’s in your head. Having written the main word in the middle and several related words branching off from will help you to see connections and guarantee more organized writing. You can also use a brain-storming method.

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Here you have to put into paper all the words related to the chosen topic. When you are ready with the draft, move to create a thesis statement.

Introduction

What makes a business successful essay.

Your thesis statement has to consist of two parts. The first part generally states the topic, and the second one tells the main point of the essay. For instance, if you were writing a successful business woman essay or a particular one, an appropriate thesis statement would be. “Elizabeth Irons has impacted the future of science by being a curious entrepreneur who is shaping the future of R&D as the CEO and is the Founder of Science Exchange.”

Next part of your essay is the body that describes, explains or even argues your topic. Each main idea that should be in your outline should present as a separate paragraph in the main body. Speaking about successful women in business, you can start by giving a definition of what is a prosperous woman in today’s society. For example, compare the modern opinions with those of a hundred years ago. It is important to support your point of view by some already existing facts and well-known statements and, of course, provide your own point of view.

Use examples to prove your idea

What is more, it would be a great idea to give several examples to reinforce readers’ understanding of the matter. You can even choose different women from completely different countries and of completely different occupations. It is how you can illustrate that there’s enough place for everyone in the world to work, create and become successful.

Make an emphasis on their way to success whether it was sheer luck or they were crawling and inching their way and rose from rags to riches. On the other hand, you can make a focus on one particular woman. Tell her biography and explain why you have chosen her as a fine example and what inspired your choice. To do this, it is necessary to provide the reader with five or six relevant facts about the life (in general) or event (in particular) you believe most clearly illustrates your point.

Moreover, it is appropriate to highlight personal features, qualities and believes of those women mentioned above as it can motivate and inspire the reader and give them a needed spur. Don’t forget to add some quotes with lavish words, however, don’t make your writing watery and boost its quality with facts about scientific inquiries of successful business women, their political or economic input into the development of their country or the world generally.

Hook the reader

Writing an introduction is another challenging task you have to face. As you have developed your thesis and completed the body of your paper, it’s high time to pen the introduction. Begin with a so-called attention grabber. You can use shocking information, dialogue, a story, a quote, or a simple summary of your topic. Only when the reader’s attention is “hooked,” you can move to the thesis which has to be a one-sentence explanation of your point of view with an accurate position.

Only then, you can write a short outline which previews the examples you will use to support your thesis in the rest of the essay. Such a step will give the reader a clearer understanding of the following information. Furthermore, you have to finish the introduction is such way that the last sentence of the introduction and the first of the main body will have an indissoluble semantic meaning. So, if you mention the woman’s power and entrepreneurial skills in the finishing introduction sentence, you have to cling to your thoughts on the topic in the main body of the paper.

Good conclusion

The last but not least, it’s crucial to write a perfect conclusion to your essay. It is better to begin your summary with the words “in conclusion,” “in the end,” “to sum it up” etc. and then you should provide the reader with the four or five strong sentences. It is proper to use some language from the introduction as the restatement of your thesis creates an echoing effect which only reinforces your main idea. You should also give a brief outline of the body, and after that, there should be some “global statement” or “call to action” that gives the reader signals that the discussion has come to its logical end.

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Reasons Why One Choose To Be A Businesswoman

In recent years, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of women starting their own businesses. In fact, woman-owned businesses are one of the fastest-growing segments of the economy.

A number of factors contribute to this trend, including the growing number of women with college degrees and increased access to capital and technology . But what motivates women to start their own businesses?

For many women, the answer is simple: they want to be their own boss. They want the flexibility to make their own decisions and the freedom to pursue their own goals. But there are also a number of other reasons why women choose to be their own bosses.

In this article, we’ll explore the top reasons why women choose to be business owners.

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There are many advantages to being a businesswoman. Perhaps the most obvious is that you have the potential to make a lot of money. But beyond that, owning your own business gives you the freedom to set your own hours, choose your own products or services, and be your own boss.

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Being a businesswoman is not for the faint of heart. It takes tremendous dedication, hard work, and determination to succeed. Businesswomen face several challenges daily, from gender discrimination to the lack of mentors and role models.

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I have always been interested in business. When I was a child, I would set up little shops in my house and sell things to my family members. I was always intrigued by the idea of making money and being my own boss. So, when it came time to choose a career, I knew that I wanted to go into business.

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Women in business and their significance to the economy.

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The Challenges Faced by Women in Business

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Why There Are More Male Managers than Females

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Factors Affecting the Women to Participate in Entrepreneurial Business

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Women in Business Are not Worse than Men

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Challenges and Success of Vivy Yusof – Malaysian Woman Entrepreneur

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Women in Leadership: the Role of Women in Business in India

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Overview of Companies that Created by Vivy Yusof – Famous Malaysian Businesswoman

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The Role of Self-acceptance in the Development of Female Leaders

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