Yes, you can do this! : how women start up, scale up, and build the life they want
/ Claudia Reuter
- xiii, 207 pages
- Techstars series .
Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-187) and index.
Section I. Get ready to start up So you want more : get off the fence, start a business, and create the life you want Reasons to lead : all the cool things you can do when you're in charge Stop believing your own unconscious bias : develop the mindset and self-confidence to be the one in charge with gratitude Your perceived weaknesses are your hidden strengths : how to leverage your weakness to start up Section II. Building for scale and avoiding the traps : debunking the myth the women don't think big enough You might have the next big thing : your experience might lead to something revolutionary Write down your future : how to develop and use a business plan as your personal playbook (and to combat imposter syndrome) Tell a bigger story : don't apologize for thinking bold It really is okay to make mistakes : how to plan for them so you can quickly recover You don't have to wait for revenue to ask for funding : create a compelling pitch deck that gets others on board Section III. Lead and operationalize Empathy is one of your biggest assets : use it to understand your customers and make your teams stronger Instill a growth mindset in your teams : constant change and transitions are never easy The same skills that make you a great mom make you great manager : bust out your multitasking skills as your team grows You are more than your product or company protecting egos when things change Balance life at high speeds : make time for yourself Conclusion : you really can start up and scale a business : you might just change the rules in the process
9781119625605
Businesswomen New business enterprises Success in business