15 Quotes from Women Founders on Finding Success

If you dream of starting your own business, get inspired by successful women founders.

On International Women’s Day, we honor women’s achievements in business and beyond.

Did you know 40% of U.S. businesses are women-owned?

Successful female founders remind you to stay brave, believe in yourself and never give up.

Their stories prove that success comes from learning, hard work and persistence.

Let their quotes guide you on your journey to success!

Here are the 15 Quotes from Women Founders on Finding Success.


1. Lean in, speak out, have a voice in your organization and never use the word, ‘sorry’. ~ Trish Bertuzzi

1. Lean in, speak out, have a voice in your organization and never use the word, ‘sorry’. ~ Trish Bertuzzi

When you’re part of a team or group, make sure your ideas are heard.

Speak with confidence and stand up for yourself.

Don’t say “sorry” unless it’s truly needed.

Apologizing too much can make you seem unsure of yourself.

Be bold when sharing your ideas, even if others disagree.

Your voice matters and it can bring fresh ideas and solutions.

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If you believe in yourself, others will too.

So, stay strong, speak up and never apologize for it.

2. Whatever it is that you think you want to do and whatever it is that you think stands between you and that, stop making excuses. You can do anything. ~ Katia Beauchamp

 Whatever it is that you think you want to do and whatever it is that you think stands between you and that, stop making excuses. You can do anything.

If you have a dream, go after it.

Don’t let doubt, fear, or excuses stop you.

Sometimes, you might think something is too hard or that you’re not ready.

But that’s just your mind trying to play tricks on you. Every big goal feels scary at first.

The key is to start anyway. Take one small step at a time.

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You’ll soon realize you’re more capable than you thought.

You have the power to do amazing things if you try.

3. People don’t take opportunities because the timing is bad, the financial side unsecure. Too many people are overanalyzing. Sometimes you just have to go for it. ~ Michelle Zatlyn

Sometimes, you wait for the “perfect moment” to do something.

But guess what? There’s no such thing as a perfect time.

Overthinking only brings doubt. If you see a chance to do something great, go for it.

You’ll never feel 100% ready and that’s okay.

If you wait too long, the opportunity might disappear. Trust yourself and take action.

Even if it’s scary, you’ll learn as you go. Action beats waiting every time.

4. Fearlessness is not the absence of fear. It’s the mastery of fear. It’s about getting up one more time than we fall down. ~ Arianna Huffington

Being brave doesn’t mean you’re never scared.

It means you don’t let fear stop you.

Everyone feels fear but the strongest people face it head-on. If something doesn’t work out, try again.

Each time you get back up, you become stronger and smarter.

It’s okay to fail — it’s not okay to give up. Fear loses its power when you face it.

The more you try, the less scary things seem. Just keep getting back up, no matter what.

5. Don’t ever buy into the belief that you need to behave like a man to succeed. Instead, embrace all of the unique qualities of your personality and bring this into business with you. ~ Hulya Mantion

You don’t have to change who you are to be successful.

Some people think you need to act “tough” or “like a man” to win in business.

That’s not true. Your personality, kindness and unique traits are your strengths.

When you bring your true self to work, you create something special.

People will notice and appreciate your authenticity.

Stay true to who you are and success will follow. Being yourself is always your superpower.

6. If you’re clear on what you believe, you have a great foundation to go make a market. ~ Ginni Rometty

Know what you stand for and what you believe in.

When your ideas are clear, it’s easier to create something people will love.

If you’re starting a business, focus on your values.

Do you believe in helping others, making life easier, or bringing joy?

Build your idea around those beliefs. People are drawn to businesses that stand for something.

When you believe in your purpose, others will too.

A strong belief is the heart of every big success.

7. The difference between skill and talent: A skill is something you learn. Talent is what you can’t help doing. ~ Caroline Ghosen

Skills are things you practice like riding a cycle or learning guitar.

Talent is something that comes naturally, like being good at art or music.

But here’s the secret: both matter. You can learn new skills anytime if you practice.

Talent might give you a head start but skills help you finish strong.

If you work hard to improve, you can achieve anything. Don’t rely on talent alone.

Keep learning and building new skills every day.

8. Stop telling yourself you don’t know what to do. Yes, you do. Listen to your intuition and trust yourself. ~ Kat Sullivan

Sometimes, you might feel lost and unsure.

But deep down, you usually know the right answer.

Your intuition — that little voice inside you — is powerful. Pay attention to it.

When you second-guess yourself, you only get more confused.

Trust your first instinct. It’s okay if it’s not perfect. You’ll learn along the way.

Stop doubting yourself and start believing in your choices. You know more than you think you do.

9. Surround yourself with a trusted and loyal team. It makes all the difference. ~ Alison Pincus

No one succeeds alone.

Surround yourself with people who support and believe in you.

A strong team makes everything easier. They’ll pick you up when things get tough and cheer for you when you win.

Choose friends, family and teammates who are loyal and trustworthy.

When everyone works together, you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

Success grows when you have people by your side.

10. The most successful entrepreneurs I know are optimistic. It’s part of the job description. ~ Caterina Fake

If you want to be successful, you have to stay positive.

Things will go wrong sometimes but if you believe good things are coming, you’ll keep going.

Optimism gives you energy and hope. It helps you see solutions instead of problems.

People want to follow leaders who stay positive. So, even when it’s tough, believe in the good ahead.

Your positive attitude will lead you to success.

11. Repetition makes reputation and reputation makes customers. ~ Elizabeth Arden

If you want to be known for something do it over and over again.

When people see you doing great work consistently, they start to trust you.

Repetition builds your reputation and a good reputation attracts customers, fans and supporters.

Don’t do something great just once — do it all the time.

That’s how you become known as “the best” at something.

The more you repeat excellence, the more people will notice.

12. I wake up every morning and think to myself, ‘How far can I push the company forward in the next 24 hours?’ ~ Leah Busque

Each day is a fresh chance to move forward.

Focus on what you can do in the next 24 hours. Don’t worry about next week or next year.

When you push yourself a little each day, you make big progress over time.

Ask yourself every morning, “What can I do today to grow?” Small wins every day turn into big success. One day at a time.

13. If people are doubting how far you can go, go so far that you can’t hear them anymore. ~ Michele Ruiz

When people doubt you, use it as motivation.

Instead of listening to their doubts, prove them wrong.

Focus on your goals so strongly that you don’t hear negativity anymore.

The best way to silence doubters is to achieve more than they ever expected.

Turn doubt into fuel. Go so far that people can’t help but be amazed.

14. Trying to do it all and expecting it all can be done exactly right is a recipe for disappointment. Perfection is the enemy. ~ Sheryl Sandberg

Trying to be perfect will only leave you feeling disappointed.

It’s better to finish something “good enough” than to wait for perfection.

Perfection isn’t real — it’s a trap. Focus on doing your best, not being perfect.

Done is better than perfect. If you wait for perfection, you’ll never finish.

15. I learned to always take on things I’d never done before. Growth and comfort do not coexist. ~ Virginia Rometty.

If you want to grow, you have to step outside your comfort zone.

Growth feels uncomfortable at first but that’s a good thing. It means you’re learning something new.

Don’t stay where it’s easy — try new challenges.

If you only do what’s comfortable, you’ll stay in the same place.

Growth happens when you stretch yourself.


I hope these quotes from Women Founders will inspire you and make your business a success.

Chandan Negi
Chandan Negi

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