NJ Thompson and Paulina Lipska of Young Women in Business were one of Loaded Bow's very first interviews. Here were their take-away lessons.
1. Put it out there.
Don't guard your ideas. Sharing them with others will get you feedback and will make you more accountable. Make a public commitment.
2. Exceed expectations.
Make them come back for more.
3. Resist the urge to delay.
A project will take as long as you give it. Tight deadlines don't allow for downtown and it keeps the energy high.
4. People, people, people.
Get people who are smarter and get them on board! You want them on your team and you want them as your cheerleaders.
5. Don't be afraid to ask for help.
The worst thing they can say is no, but there are people out there prepared to help you more than you can imagine.
6. Know that no doesn't always mean no.
Always be prepared to ask why not and to propose an alternative that you will get a yes.
7. Know what you have to offer.
When networking, always ask what you can do for them, before you ask what they can do for you.
8. The face of business is changing.
You don't have to play by a male play book. Building relationships is becoming increasingly important and this is where women excel. Capitalize on this.
Sunday, February 14, 2010 at 02:21AM 
