Tempe Chamber Of Commerce: 9 Characteristics Of Successful Woman Business Leaders

Press release from Tempe Chamber of Commerce:

Brett Farmiloe

March 23, 2021

What is one characteristic all successful women business leaders have? To help you to become a powerful woman in business, we asked female Business leaders this question for their best advice. From intuition to drive, there are several characteristics all successful women business leaders have. Here are nine characteristics all successful women business leaders have: Intuition Successful female business leaders understand how to utilize their unique strengths to positively impact their company and workplace. It’s not about trying to fit into a certain mold or to copy the behavior of others — it’s about using your intuition and your innate talent to make a real difference. In turn, this approach leads to greater satisfaction and growth, both in professional and personal life. Kimberly Kriewald, AVANA Capital AVANA Capital Listening Skills Every successful woman business leader I know has a keen ability to truly listen. This “superpower” is critical for allowing people to feel heard which creates a safe environment for growth and development. If a company isn’t growing, it’s dying, and listening to what “it” needs to grow is key. A leader who thinks they know it all is surely missing a secret ingredient to a successful business. Jenn Christie, Markitors Markitors Empathy There are tons of male representatives in leadership and very few women in my past companies. I think what differentiates the women from the men leaders I have worked with was their ability to empathize with their employees. This doesn't make them weak, but it makes them a much better leader to understand each employee and what they're going through at work and in their personal lives. Shelbey Grimes, Trinity Air Medical Trinity Air Medical Utilizing Your Strengths I think it doesn't matter whether you are male or female. What is important is knowing and best utilizing your strengths in the workplace. In addition, it is important to put in hard work, dedication, integrity, perseverance, and willingness to learn. If someone has these qualities at their focus, success will come with time and patience. Susan Walker, Walker Bookstore Walker Bookstore Adaptation The ability to adapt and take career risks. By stretching into new roles you add critical skills and add to your network. Attaining extraordinary results comes through learning new skills and learning to be uncomfortable. Lastly, it's also key to not be perfect. Striving for perfection can be a fatal flaw. Michelle Tinsley, YellowBird Holdings Inc YellowBird Holdings Inc Positivity I believe all successful women share the same trait of a positive attitude. A positive mindset exudes confidence that makes them fearless. It helps them tackle any problem with the ability to see all obstacles from a 360-degree viewpoint. A positive attitude grants successful women the ability to walk through any door. LT Ladino Bryson, vCandidates vCandidates Slow Down and Listen Truly successful women possess the ability to slow down and listen. Their teams' ideas reflect a wealth of unique talents and strengths and perspectives. Successful women champion an environment of trust where employees know they are valued and respected. Truly successful women are regularly observed steadying the ladder for other women. Julia Young, Donor Network of Arizona Donor Network of Arizona Drive Successful women business leaders have the drive to continue and persevere despite challenges and obstacles placed in their way. They must listen to their own voice, create a vision and follow that path. It helps to gain perspective by experiencing a variety of situations and learning from each one. Being passionate about your cause and remaining emotionally intelligent is vital to one's success. Be fearless in your quest and follow that drive! Mara Lee, Desert Financial Credit Union Desert Financial Credit Union Willingness to Say No Too many female leaders end up taking on initiatives that they aren't 100% committed to - and reducing their effectiveness because of it. Whether it's taking on another volunteer role, or picking up a task that a co-worker hasn't completed keeping a project on track, working on something because you "should" can drain you. Saying "no" is hard, so when faced with a request you're not sure about, give yourself until the next day to think it over before responding. The simple act of waiting bring you clarity and help you phrase your refusal politely - and may encourage the person asking to find other solutions, too!" Stephanie Sims, Finance-Ability Finance-Ability Terkel creates community-driven content featuring expert insights. Sign up at terkel.io to answer questions and get published. terkel.io

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