October 2, 2013 By Malla

Raise an entrepreneur by telling your daughter you love her

I know it sounds too simple.

Tell your daughter that you love her and she’ll could be a world class entrepreneur?

Consider this idea – having a positive self esteem is directly related to being a successful entrepreneur. It leads to success in any career path you choose. A positive sense of self allows you to deal with the good, bad, and in between – and bounce back when it doesn’t work out the way you originally planned.

What happens when your daughter knows that she is loved?

She’ll hear “no” when she’s selling and go find another prospect – instead of crawling up in the corner and never trying it again
She’ll ask confidently for what she wants. The first time. No hesitations.
She won’t desire perfection and go crazy trying to do it “right”. People who focus on doing it right often don’t do it at all …because they are too busy asking why or questioning rather than taking the risk and diving in.
And she won’t even begin to consider the “victim” mentality that plagues many women entrepreneurs and professionals who are not certain that they are worthy enough to own and run a successful and profitable business

You are the perfect mentor to share this wisdom. You get the set the stage for her future career. Tell her that you genuinely love her. Tell her regularly and positively. Share it in a way that is real and comfortable to you.

And yes, this means that you’ve got to have that positive self esteem in your own self first before you can “gift” it to your daughter. So whip out some self-help books, cozy up to a few friends who never let you think anyway except “up” and find out how you can walk in this path as well.

Imagine what you might just create for your daughter?!!

Thanksgiving Helper: Help Moms eat their turkey on time

It’s Thanksgiving time. You can start a micro business as a Thanksgiving helper and help Moms get turkey on the table in time for Thanksgiving. #win-win.

It is a simple way to earn some extra cash. It is an easily overlooked service that many families can benefit from. Here are two ways that you can get started:

Go grocery shopping or get supplies for busy Moms
Help in the kitchen with the preparations

So get started on the ideas below and see if you can find one or two families who will hire you.

Spread the word

Talk with your friend’s parents at school. Or talk to them while in your neighborhood. Social gatherings like church or after-school activities are also a good place to market. Create a 1 page flyer and tell them how you can help them this Thanksgiving.

Set pricing

Consider using similar pricing as babysitting in your area. Parents are adjusted to paying $10, $15 or $20 an hour. So set your rates in a similar price point to make the sales easier.

Block your schedule in 2 hour chunks

You need to leave time to move from one house to the next house. Make sure to confirm with your parents how you will travel from one house to the next house and don’t book your appointments too close together. One option is to consider two hour chunks so that people will say yes easily and you won’t be stuck in one house for too long.

Ask your parents for access to Paypal or other online credit processing

Getting paid via credit card or electronic methods makes it easier to collect payment. A parent doesn’t have to have cash handy to hire you.

So get your parent’s permission first. But consider online payment methods.

Be ready, willing and engaging when you help

Make sure to dress appropriately as a Thanksgiving helper. Sure you can walk over in flip flops but what does that say about your business? Rather, impress your clients by thinking about what you are going to wear to set the best impression.

Dress appropriately. Business casual is great.

And come ready to roll up your sleeves and dive in. Young women who are supportive and great helpers will stand out in people’s minds. You never know when it might gain you an invite back! Or even an opportunity to interview for a part time job.

So do your best. Ask if there is anything else you can do. Clean up your messes. And be willing to genuinely provide support.

Wishing you the best this holiday season!

Raise an entrepreneur by telling your daughter you love her