Women in Business Twitter Chat Roundup
As part of National Women’s Small Business Month, Constant Contact was honored to participate in a Twitter chat on Thursday, Oct. 12, about important issues for women business owners — both established and those just starting out.
The chat — which used the hashtag #womeninbiz — brought together a number of influential and successful women business owners, entrepreneurs, and brands to discuss topics ranging from the obstacles faced by women starting a business to where to find funding for your small business.
A ton of great advice came out through the chat, and so we’ve aggregated some of the best advice and tips below.
And special thanks to @LegalZoom, who hosted and emceed the chat for us all!
Have more advice of your own? Leave a comment below!
Q1: What’s the best part of being a business owner? #womeninbiz
Q1: What’s the best part of being a business owner? #womeninbiz
— LegalZoom (@LegalZoom) October 12, 2017
A1. The best part of being a business owner is being able to chart my own destiny
#womeninbiz— Angela Dingle (@angelacdingle) October 12, 2017
a1. Freedom. You have the power of choice. You own your victories–and your failures. #womeninbiz
— Rieva Lesonsky (@Rieva) October 12, 2017
A1. Our customers talk often about how they love the freedom, control — and responsibility — of owning their own business. #womeninbiz https://t.co/7kPd2UOxAP
— Constant Contact (@ConstantContact) October 12, 2017
Q2: Do you face obstacles as a woman business owner?
Q2: Do you face obstacles as a woman business owner? #womeninbiz
— LegalZoom (@LegalZoom) October 12, 2017
A2: Another issue for #womeninbiz has to be integrating their business and their busy lives. Women still do the bulk of childcare and hosue
— Ivana Taylor (@DIYMarketers) October 12, 2017
A2 Obstacles are less as entrepreneur than corporate but mainly in regard to funding. Only 3-4% of VC funding goes to women ?!! #womeninbiz https://t.co/jptmKzqIQK
— sandy abrams (@sandyabrams) October 12, 2017
A2. The biggest obstacle I face as a woman business owner is access to capital #womeninbiz
— Angela Dingle (@angelacdingle) October 12, 2017
Q3: Do you believe there is still a “glass ceiling” for women business owners?
Q3: Do you believe there is still a “glass ceiling” for women business owners? #womeninbiz
— LegalZoom (@LegalZoom) October 12, 2017
A3: I interview many women biz owners who consider themselves glass ceiling “smashers.” They push forward boldy. #womeninbiz
— Kim LachanceShandrow (@LaShandrow) October 12, 2017
A3. Women can run for pres, be a CEO, always obstacles. Work hard and practice good business ethics to win! #womeninbiz
— Kristin Judge (@kfjudge) October 12, 2017
A3: There’s much less of a “glass ceiling” for women business owners than corporate employees! #womeninbiz
— Anita Campbell (@smallbiztrends) October 12, 2017
Q4: What #womenbiz networking groups and communities have you found helpful?
A4. @SBAgov and local @USChamber chapters are great. Any as-local-as-you-can-get (and in-person) community is ideal! #womeninbiz
— Constant Contact (@ConstantContact) October 12, 2017
A4 Attending industry conferences and networking events are key too. Meeting in person is best! Unplug and meet colleagues. #womeninbiz https://t.co/nqHSB44YxE
— sandy abrams (@sandyabrams) October 12, 2017
a4 if help is what you want seek out organizations like your local Small Business Development Center or @ScoreMentors #womeninbiz
— Rieva Lesonsky (@Rieva) October 12, 2017
Q5: Do you recommend any funding resources specifically for women-owned businesses?
Q5: Do you recommend any funding resources specifically for women-owned businesses? #womeninbiz
— LegalZoom (@LegalZoom) October 12, 2017
A5: We actually have an entire (free) #SCOREWebinar devoted to this topic! https://t.co/zp2izQf6sU #womeninbiz https://t.co/ZNL9Yhf6GG
— SCORE Mentors (@SCOREMentors) October 12, 2017
A5. @Kiva helped me start up my business. #womeninbiz #FemaleFounders
— Sweta S Vikram (@swetavikram) October 12, 2017
A5: Well, we won’t name a specific one in particular (
), but another great one that comes to mind is the @SBAgov! #womeninbiz
— Kabbage (@KabbageInc) October 12, 2017
Q6: What female business owners or entrepreneurs do you look up to?
Q6: What female business owners or entrepreneurs do you look up to? #womeninbiz
— LegalZoom (@LegalZoom) October 12, 2017
A6. Who doesn’t love @Oprah? Talk Show Host, Actress, Producer and Philanthropist #womeninbiz
@sandyabrams— Angela Dingle (@angelacdingle) October 12, 2017
A6 Respect successful women who take time to mentor others. #womeninbiz https://t.co/qmzlzbvXRk
— sandy abrams (@sandyabrams) October 12, 2017
Recently, we aggregated advice from 5 of those successful women entrepreneurs that is well worth a read! #womeninbiz https://t.co/CDI51XMhGW
— Constant Contact (@ConstantContact) October 12, 2017
Q7: What’s your best advice for the next generation of female business leaders?
Q7: What’s your best advice for the next generation of female business leaders? #womeninbiz
— LegalZoom (@LegalZoom) October 12, 2017
A7: You can do anything, just not everything. #womeninbiz
— Barbara Weltman (@BarbaraWeltman) October 12, 2017
A7 Know that you ARE qualified to be an entrepreneur. We all take different journey and you can learn as you grow. Be confident. #Womeninbiz https://t.co/3mVp1b6qnM
— sandy abrams (@sandyabrams) October 12, 2017
A7. Keep doing your work. Help others. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Surround yourself with those who lift you higher. #womeninbiz
— Sweta S Vikram (@swetavikram) October 12, 2017
A7. Follow your passion, never give up, & surround yourself w/ other amazing women who can help build your biz along the way #womeninbiz
— Business Rockstars (@bizrockstars) October 12, 2017
A7. Someone once said to me, get into politics or get out of business. Know how public policy impacts your ability to do biz #womeninbiz
— Angela Dingle (@angelacdingle) October 12, 2017
Q8: Cyber-attacks on small businesses are rising, what resources do you suggest to help SMB’s protect themselves against threats?
Q8: Cyber-attacks on small businesses are rising, what resources do u suggest to help SMB’s protect themselves against threats? #womeninbiz
— LegalZoom (@LegalZoom) October 12, 2017
A8. Hire professionals 2 chk ur system and cyber hygiene. Take this assessment: https://t.co/eGKes99Shj #Womeninbiz #CyberAware
— Kristin Judge (@kfjudge) October 12, 2017
A8: Protect your web site! I learned the hard way! Have a good developer on hand and monthly maintenence. #womeninbiz
— Ivana Taylor (@DIYMarketers) October 12, 2017
A8 Have a trusted IT expert relationship. Update your OS whenever possible and back up data both cloud & hard drive. #womeninbizhttps://t.co/B2MXpwtNrm
— sandy abrams (@sandyabrams) October 12, 2017
Have your own answers to any of these 8 questions? Let us know in the comments below!
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