On October 16th the Shuswap Women Who Wine met for their monthly networking event and during introductions were asked to share one piece of advice they would give to a new business owner or someone who is trying to take their current business to the next level. Here are their pieces of wisdom:
“Be courageous.” – Laura, Independent Business Consultant
“Reach your entire region through marketing.” – Andrea, EZ Rock Account Executive
“Support local, network with your community.” – Teri, Owner @ Lake & Life Apparel
“You don’t have to know everything right away, just jump in and learn as you go.” – Gena, former business owner
“Trust your instincts, they are usually right.” – Nikki, Owner @ Lake & Life Apparel
“Start small, be realists and don’t over-extend yourself right away.” – Melissa, Owner @ Cardio Connection and Playcare Early Childhood Centre
“Network and connect with other women in business, we are a force to be reckoned with!” – Jonie, Owner @ Westcoast Staging and Design
“Make a REALISTIC business plan first!” – Lindsay, Downtown Salmon Arm
“Network! You never know what kind of connection you’re going to make.” – Jessica, Eagle Homes
“Don’t be afraid of hard work.” – Richelle, The Stacer Team, Remax Shuswap
“Consistency compounds. Don’t fear failure.” – Missy, MisMack Clean Cosmetics
“Always say yes.” – Chris, Addictions Counselor @ Interior Health
“Don’t say yes all the time.” – Sydney, Harpur Farm and Pumpkin Patch
“Do something every day.” – Deb Archambault, Remax Shuswap
“Be authentic in your business.” – Angela Inskip, Wild hearts Inspired
“Action, every day.” – Kristine Wickner, Okanagan College
“Keep in mind how you want your product or service to make people feel and focus on making your marketing portray that feeling.” – Kailee, Sun Life Financial