New Year’s Resolutions for Female Entrepreneurs
Happy 2022! We’re already one month into the New Year, and we’re sure you have some goals you’ve been wanting to fulfill. But even if you don’t have anything in mind, it’s never a bad idea to want to improve. Here are some small goals you can add to enhance your new year’s resolutions, or little habits you can try to implement into your routine for self-improvement. Make the changes, so you can become the “you” you want to be!
Keep A Routine
Keeping a routine seems like such a simple task, but it’s harder than it sounds. Sometimes the day ahead seems overwhelming and we just don’t want to get out of bed, or we get distracted by outside factors. Not every day has to be the same, but waking up at the same time every (work) day, eating breakfast at the same time, specifying a time period in your day to do light reading or take a short walk can lead to better and healthier habits. One small change can improve your quality of life immensely; it starts small, after all!
Make Time For Yourself
You’re a woman of all trades: a business owner, an entrepreneur, a wife, a mother, a successful woman trying to juggle the many aspects of your life. But, your body and brain need rest and self-care, or you’ll inevitably end up crashing. “Hustling” all the time isn’t good for you; in fact, overworking yourself will lead to burnout and not being able to enjoy the spoils of your work. So take time for yourself, go out with friends, take a class you’ve been interested in, and spend a day at the spa. Do the things you enjoy – life only happens once, and though hard work will get you far, don’t waste all of your time working and regretting it.
Keep Getting Back Up
There’s always a chance that you’ll slip up when trying to improve yourself or trying to get into a new habit. Don’t be hard on yourself if you fall back into old habits or bad behaviors. A few slip ups are completely normal; what matters is that you’re trying. Don’t use a mistake to quit, either – just get back up and try again.
Remember Why You’re Working Hard
Whether you’re starting your own business/side hustle, moving up in your career or changing your trajectory, you may face roadblocks that make you feel doubt and insecurity. Feeling negatively is normal, but remember why you’ve made these decisions and why you’ve been working so hard. Take some time to reevaluate yourself and reignite that passion. Remember that you’re living your dreams.
Get Involved With Your Community
Volunteering locally or donating to a cause you feel passionate about can do wonders for your psyche. Not only will you be helping people around you, but you’ll feel good about yourself because you’re helping others. Giving back to the community can help you make new connections, educate yourself on local issues, and help you grow as a person and understand how you fit into the world around you. Plus, volunteering can enhance your people skills!
Find Other Female-run Businesses to Support
Starting a business and keeping a business afloat comes with a cornucopia of challenges. It may be hard for your business to get noticed, especially if you’re just starting out. You obviously don’t want to give your competition an advantage, but meeting other female entrepreneurs can only help you. Establish a network to share your goals with, support each other during events, and bounce ideas off of each other to apply to your businesses. Collaborate with each other, especially if your industries overlap. Connect with women who’ve been in similar industries, and find a mentor to share your trials and tribulations with. Building connections and word-of-mouth marketing will always be extremely valuable in not just a business, but in every facet of your life. Join a group like the Long Island Center to find other female-run businesses to support!
Join A Networking Group
Going back to the last point: joining a networking group like the Long Island Center can help you achieve your goals. We are an organization dedicated to supporting, uplifting and encouraging female participation in various industries by hosting relevant events and providing networking opportunities, education and professional development. We want to see you succeed in your personal and professional journeys!